Foodservice Industry Insights
Insights & Innovations
Learn how our tailored foodservice solutions have helped clients overcome challenges, achieve their goals, and exceed expectations. These success stories demonstrate our commitment to excellence and our ability to deliver results.
Maximize Your Small Pizza Kitchen Design
Small Pizza Kitchen Layouts: How to Maximize Your Pizza Kitchen DesignSmall pizza kitchens present a unique challenge—but with smart planning and layout design, even the most compact space can become a high-performing pizzeria. From food trucks to takeout shops, it’s...
What’s New from Atosa: Innovations We Saw at NRA 2025
What’s New from Atosa: Innovations We Saw at NRA 2025At the 2025 National Restaurant Association Show, our team had the chance to explore the latest Atosa Innovations, and we were genuinely impressed. From smart refrigeration and kitchen automation to new equipment...
MOD Suite by Vulcan: Built for Efficiency
Vulcan MOD Suite: Smart, Flexible CooklinesDesigning a commercial kitchen is all about balancing performance, space, and adaptability—and Vulcan’s new MOD suite hits the mark on all three. Shown at the 2025 NRA Show, this customizable cooking suite is built to evolve...
Research & Reports
In our restaurant research and reports, we explore advancements in kitchen equipment, automation, and smart technologies that streamline processes, reduce waste, and improve efficiency. Our expert insights help you integrate these tools seamlessly into your business.
EnergyStar Rebates and Credits for Commercial Kitchen Equipment
Not only will you see cost savings with EnergyStar® rated equipment in your utility bills, but many municipal utilities offer special rebates too. See how you can save thousands on your next purchase.
News & Announcements
Delve into Rapids’ collaborations with top publications, celebrate our industry honors, and share our involvement in community and industry events. Discover our joint ventures with leading magazines and websites, showcasing innovative ideas and cutting-edge knowledge. We proudly highlight our awards that recognize excellence in the foodservice sector.
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DEEM Winners
Our mission statement here at Rapids is to “Deliver Excellence in Every Moment.” In order to do that, we have four company values that every employee strives to emulate in every interaction with customers (both internal and external) that serve as “pillars” to our mission statement, holding it up and ensuring we can provide a superior experience. See all of our previous winners that were nominated by their coworkers!
Tom Roberts – DEEM Winner June 2018
Delivering Excellence in Every Moment June 2018Tom Roberts Contract & Design Specialist Rapids Contract and Design specialists have the capabilities, experience and resources to handle any individual or supply project from concept to implementation, and they work...
Dana Mitchell – DEEM Winner May 2018
Delivering Excellence in Every Moment May 2018Dana Mitchell Accounts Payable Manager Verifies the accuracy of all invoices and ensures payment is made within terms. Nominator: Deb Nicholas For: Being Personally Accountable "In continuing her pursuit of the perfection...
Yvonne Paup – DEEM Winner April 2018
Delivering Excellence in Every Moment April 2018Yvonne Paup Inside Sales Representative Communicates with potential Rapids Wholesale customers by phone or through our website chat service, answering questions and selling products. Nominator: Cassie Schwarzenstein For:...
Dean Demorest – DEEM Winner March 2018
Delivering Excellence in Every Moment March 2018Dean Demorest Sales Representative Communicates with potential Star Foodservice Equipment customers by phone or in person, answering questions and selling products and services. Nominator: Kathy Trca For: Being a Problem...
Dan Gorbatjuk – DEEM Winner February 2018
Delivering Excellence in Every Moment February 2018Dan Gorbatjuk Chain Restaurant Solutions Senior Account Tech and Data Integrity Specialist Processes inbound service calls and dispatches corresponding repair technicians to address facility management issues for...
Pam Morales – DEEM Winner January 2018
Delivering Excellence in Every Moment January 2018Pam Morales Accounts Receivable Receives and processes invoices, checks and company mail. Notary for the company. Also works with Rapids Contract to keep up-to-date spreadsheets for all contracts. Nominator: Deb...
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