Is your commercial kitchen using operating processes that haven't changed over the past 20 years, or has your foodservice business evolved? Long-established kitchen practices have been updated in recent years due to technological advancements that boost efficiencies and offer automation and data-driven solutions. By integrating smart devices and kitchens, interconnected ecosystems can improve efficiency and productivity for staff while also enhancing the customer's overall dining experience.
What is a Connected Kitchen?
Smart kitchen technology integrates various technologies, such as the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), and cloud computing, to enhance productivity, streamline processes, and optimize resource utilization.
Using sensors and IoT-enabled devices, connected kitchens can gather data from commercial ovens, refrigerators, inventory systems, and food preparation stations. This data is then analyzed and processed to provide insights into energy consumption, inventory management, and workflow optimization.
From Traditional to Smart - Embracing the Connected Kitchen Revolution
Traditional commercial kitchens typically operate with standalone commercial appliances. In contrast, smart kitchens leverage connectivity, enabling kitchen equipment and other operating systems to communicate and share information in real time.
Connected kitchens offer features that help save commercial foodservice establishments time and money. Tasks and processes are automated, reducing the need for labor and minimizing the risk of human errors. Automated processes can include:
- Inventory management
- Recipe scaling
- Temperature control
- Cooking timers
- Even robotic assistance in food preparation and plating
Smart kitchens also prioritize energy efficiency and sustainability with culinary solutions for your commercial kitchen:
Smart Refrigerator: Connected refrigeration feature advancements such as inventory management, expiration tracking, and recipe suggestions. They can also be controlled remotely, allowing chefs to adjust temperature settings and receive maintenance alerts.
Wi-Fi-enabled Oven: Smart commercial ovens provide remote control and monitoring capabilities. Kitchen staff can preheat the oven, adjust cooking settings, and receive notifications when the cooking process is complete.
Connected Sous Vide Machine: With Wi-Fi or Bluetooth connectivity, Sous vide machines allow chefs to control and monitor the cooking process through a smartphone app. They feature precise temperature control, timers, and guidance for consistently delicious results.
Intelligent Kitchen Scale: Connected kitchen scales can be synced with smartphone apps to provide accurate measurements and nutritional information. They can also offer recipe scaling and ingredient substitution suggestions and help users track their food intake.
How Open Kitchen by Powerhouse Dynamics Can Help
Using Open Kitchen by Powerhouse Dynamics offers foodservice businesses a comprehensive solution that digitally transforms commercial kitchens, helping with profit growth and unlocking operational efficiencies.
By leveraging advanced technology, Open Kitchen optimizes processes and streamlines operations, giving foodservice operators greater control over costs and enhancing overall kitchen performance. From real-time equipment monitoring and remote management to energy and maintenance insights, Open Kitchen empowers businesses to make data-driven decisions, improve productivity, and ensure consistent quality when recipes are used across multiple locations.
With its digitization capabilities, Open Kitchen technology revolutionizes how foodservice operators manage their commercial kitchens, helping drive operational excellence and maximizing efficiency.
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