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When Is it Time to Renovate Your Commercial Kitchen?

Is your commercial kitchen outdated and due for an upgrade? Sometimes it’s not so easy to tell.

Of course every baker or chef would love a new commercial kitchen. After all, it’s where you spend most of your time. But is it the right functional and financial decision right now? Your answers to the following questions will determine whether a commercial kitchen renovation is a smart move.

Is Ownership Changing?

If your bakery or restaurant is already in the midst of an ownership transition, it could be the right time to make kitchen design and functionality changes. This is especially key if you are the new owner and you notice clear deficiencies.

Is Production Capacity Limited by Your Current Setup?

When it comes down to it, you have a finite number of seats in your bakery or restaurant.

How many customers you can serve is determined by the number of people you have working. If demand is there, you want a full staff on the job. But what if your capacity is limited by your setup?

If an inefficient kitchen setup is inhibiting your growth and your success, a commercial kitchen renovation could be an investment that would pay for itself in the long term.

Are You Wasting Money on Inefficient Appliances?

Are you paying too much for inefficient, energy-guzzling appliances? If your ovens and mixers are outdated, it could be costing you money every month that would be better spent on newer, energy-efficient appliances.

Are You Falling Short of Codes and Regulations?

All commercial kitchens must observe countless health and safety codes to stay in compliance with local, state and federal laws. The purpose of these regulations is to keep your customers and staff safe and enhance the quality of the customer experience.

If codes are changing and your kitchen hasn’t adapted over the years, you may need a renovation to bring your workspace back into compliance.

Have You Saved for a Renovation?

If you have allocated savings toward a commercial kitchen remodel and you’ve answered yes to all these questions, it’s time to make some updates. However, even if you don’t have the funds available, don’t count out a renovation. You have financing options that make sense for a busy restaurant owner.

For example, Stratton Sales offers low-interest financing and no payments for 90 days, subject to credit approval. When you need to renovate your commercial kitchen to boost productivity and save money, we are here for you.