Rapids wants to be sure as many restaurant and hospitality businesses as possible are aware of the federal funding available through programs like the CARES Act to help get them through these incredibly difficult times.
The CARES Act refers to the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, legislation recently passed by the United States government. The relief package includes the Paycheck Protection Program, which is designed to provide 100% federally guaranteed loans to small businesses and certain nonprofits.
The loan can be used for a variety of expenses related to your employees, such as payroll compensation, group healthcare benefit payments, separation allowance, etc.
If you are a business with fewer than 500 employees, you are eligible not only for the Paycheck Protection Program, but also for SBA Loan Forgiveness. All businesses should confer with their bank to discuss details as it pertains to them specifically.
Watch our video below to learn more about how this program can help your operation receive critical funding, bring your teams back to work, and keep serving your devoted customer base the meals that they love!
Estimate the potential maximum loan and loan forgiveness amount you qualify for:
Front-of-the-House Staff Cleaning & Maintenance Tasks
During this down time, while many of our dining rooms are closed to protect us all from coronavirus exposure, those of us fortunate enough to remain on the payroll will likely need something to do. We should absolutely take this time to take care of many of the projects that we’ve put off or postponed.
Preparing Your Commercial Kitchen Equipment for Long-Term Storage
Readying your equipment for long-term storage isn’t as simple as unplugging it and going on your way. This could lead to rusting, dust build-up, corrosion, and other problems that could shorten the lifespan of your equipment.
Sanitizing Your Scotsman Ice Machine
Following the proper cleaning/sanitation procedures for your Scotsman ice machine will enable it to better handle the current demands of your establishment. Whether that involves shutting the unit down for an extended period of time or expecting business as usual, cleaning the machine using Scotsman-recommended processes will help extend the lifespan of your unit. It can also help minimize the spread of COVID-19 when you increase the frequency of your cleaning.
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.
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Rapids Contract serves the United States with locations in Iowa, Minnesota, and Missouri!
Get in touch with one of our experts and let us know how we can help with any of your foodservice needs.
Talk to one of our experts right away and get immediate assistance. We are open Mon – Fri, 8am – 5pm CST.
Get in touch with one of our experts and let us know how we can help with any of your foodservice needs.
Talk to one of our experts right away and get immediate assistance. We are open Mon – Fri, 8am – 5pm CST.