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.
Portion Control and Its Impact on Kitchen Efficiency
Portion Control and Its Impact on Kitchen Efficiency Portion control is often viewed as a back-of-house detail, but in reality, it plays a major role in kitchen efficiency, food cost control, and menu consistency. When portions are planned intentionally - based on the...
Designing Restaurant Aesthetics That Feel Intentional
Designing Restaurant Aesthetics That Feel Intentional Restaurant aesthetics are about far more than visual appeal. They shape first impressions, influence how long guests stay, and quietly support how efficiently a space operates. From the moment someone walks through...
How to Choose the Best Location for Your Restaurant
How to Choose the Best Location for Your Restaurant Choosing the best location for your restaurant is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make - one that affects your visibility, operating costs, workflow, and long-term success. Whether you're launching a...
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.
Tips on Preparing Your Nor-Lake Equipment for an Extended Shutdown
If you’ve had to make the difficult decision to turn off your Nor-Lake refrigeration equipment while the nation handles the fallout from COVID-19, we know you have a lot on your plate. We want to help take one worry off your chest – the following tips should help ensure that, when you are able to do so, restarting your refrigeration system is problem-free. These tips come directly from Nor-Lake, so you can rest assured they incorporate best practices for your equipment.
Advancing Foodservice Industry Interests in Congress
Rapids regularly strives to go above and beyond for members of the foodservice industry, working hard to further advancements that can help the industry as a whole. Alongside other members of FEDA, Rapids owners Joe and Geri Schmitt traveled to Washington in late September to promote initiatives designed to improve our economy.
Online Ordering & Delivery | The Off-Premise Dining Trend
Takeout and delivery has only gotten more complicated since the rise of online ordering and companies that focus solely on food delivery. Off-premise dining – an option that used to be limited by whether or not the restaurant had the ability to offer it – is now a benefit most restaurants can readily bestow, especially if they are located in bigger cities.
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.
Jeff Rice Wins FE&S DSR of the Month!
Jeff Rice Wins FE&S DSR of the Month | June 2020 ach month, Foodservice Equipment & Supplies recognizes a talented foodservice dealer sales rep as DSR of the Month. This month, the honor went to Rapids' own...
Joe Schmitt Honored with 2020 FER Industry Service Award
Joe Schmitt Honored with 2020 FER Industry Service Award Foodservice Equipment Reports (FER) annually recognizes “individuals who have made substantial, career-long contributions to the [foodservice] industry” through Industry Service Awards. This year, Rapids'...
Rapids Attends FE&S Tour the Trends 2019
Rapids Attends FE&S Tour the Trends 2019 apids' Design Specialists Luke Green and Teran Melton took part in Foodservice Equipment & Supplies very first Tour the Trends, an event designed to illuminate...
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!
Hazel Harris – DEEM Winner April 2023
Delivering Excellence in Every Moment April 2023 Hazel Harris Retail Sales Associate For: Being Personally Accountable "I am writing to nominate Hazel Harris for the D.E.E.M. award. As a retail sales associate, Hazel has been an invaluable member of our team. She has...
Teran Melton – DEEM Winner March 2023
Delivering Excellence in Every Moment March 2023 Teran Melton Project Manager Nominator: Christy H For: Putting the Customer First "Keeping others happy is not an easy task when it comes to contractors, architects, engineers, and city officials. Rapids rough-in...
Jordyn Keprios – DEEM Winner February 2023
Delivering Excellence in Every Moment February 2023 Jorydn Keprios Project Manager Nominator: Theresa G For: Putting the Customer First "Jordyn has stepped up in the MN office within the last few weeks with various projects, especially Mayo. Really jumping in off the...
Jenna Carstens – DEEM Winner January 2023
Delivering Excellence in Every Moment January 2023 Jenna Carstens Graphic Designer Nominator: Tanya For: Being a Problem Solver "Although I am not in her department I notice how flexible Jenna is with her time. Whether regarding the catalog, supporting the sales team,...
Joey Labosky – DEEM Winner December 2022
Delivering Excellence in Every Moment December 2022 Joey Lebosky Product & Pricing Analyst Nominator: Paul Adams For: Putting the Customer First " LET'S FIND YOUR SOLUTION Rapids Contract serves the United States with locations in Iowa, Minnesota, and Missouri! Get in...
Allen Beyer – DEEM Winner November 2022
Delivering Excellence in Every Moment November 2022 Allen Beyer Estimator Nominator: Kip Opheim For: Being Personally Accountable " Recent Projects LET'S FIND YOUR SOLUTION Rapids Contract serves the United States with locations in Iowa, Minnesota, and Missouri! Get...
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