EPP Set Date Events - TA

Provided by SCE Foodservice Technology Center 3 CEUs available This course explores how advanced kitchen technologies can enhance traditional culinary processes to deliver higher performance, streamline labor, and increase profitability. Participants will be introduced to the capabilities of smart tilt skillets, blast chillers, vacuum-sealing tools, and modern holding technologies with an emphasis on how these solutions complement established methods while improving consistency and workflow. The course will also demonstrate how these technologies facilitate food safety, expand production, and create new revenue opportunities. Learning Objectives: Participants will be able to: Explain the core functions, capabilities, and benefits of smart tilt skillets, blast chillers, vacuum-sealing tools, and modern holding technologies. Identify how these technologies enhance food safety, support labor savings, and improve menu flexibility. Evaluate the energy and water efficiency considerations for each technology Assess appropriate applications, sizing requirements, and integration strategies for diverse foodservice environments—from K-12 and healthcare to full-service and high-volume operations. Apply best practices for selecting, operating, and maintaining these technologies to maximize performance, labor efficiency, and overall return on investment. Speakers: Mark Duesler Consultant Chef Frontier Energy Food Service Tech Center To register, contact Andre Saldivar at Andre.Saldivar@sce.com

Join the Upper Midwest Chapter of FCSI The Americas for the annual networking reception during the NRA Show! Sunday, May 17th 5:00 - 7:00 pm The Exchange 224 S. Michigan Ave, Chicago Cost is $60 in advance - $75 at the door. REGISTER      

Provided by Glastender 1 CEU available How to use the Cocktail Life Cycle to effectively design and implement the most efficient bar layout for work flow, ergonomics, and profitability. What are the areas in the bar that cause the most issues with production. What are the recent trends in the bar scene. To register, contact Jay Bravinder at jbravinder@glastender.com or 612-991-6505.  

Provided by SCE Foodservice Technology Center 3 CEUs available As more commercial kitchens transition to all-electric operations—whether driven by code requirements or operator preference—Environmental Health Professionals are increasingly asked to evaluate emerging hot-water technologies. This session explains the fundamentals of heat pump and electric-resistance water heating, and compares the benefits, limitations, and performance considerations of each technology. Participants will learn practical guidance for determining when Heat Pump Water Heaters (HPWHs) are appropriate for limited-service commercial kitchens and how to evaluate them in the absence of detailed Environmental Health guidelines. Learning Objectives: Participants will be able to: Explain the basics of heat pump water heaters and resistance water heaters. Approve a HPWH for use in limited-service commercial kitchens Access additional resources that explain optimized hot water systems design. Speakers: Daniel LaCommare, Frontier Energy Food Service Tech Center, Engineer To register, contact Andre Saldivar at Andre.Saldivar@sce.com

Provided by FWE & Ovention 12 CEUs available This event will provide knowledge of various heating, holding and transport systems along with innovative ventless cooking technologies to assist in designing future client projects.  We will review construction and design and fast service methods, which will allow future FCSI clients to deliver meals efficiently, safely and at top quality.  Categories that will be covered include Ventless Speed Cooking, Advanced Finishing Techniques, Low Temperature Cooking, Precision Holding, Serving Equipment and Specialized Refrigeration & Transport.  We will close the evening with a Chef hosted, behind the scenes educational tour at Nashville’s hottest small batch bakery, “The Buttermilk Ranch”, where Executive Chef and Co-Owner Alyssa Gangeri will discuss: What it means to be a small batch bakery, what top issues are currently faced by the food service industry and how the right equipment can make or break a restaurant. For more details and to register, contact Travis Hartley at thartley@fweco.net

Provided by Eagle Group 5 CEUs available The consultants who attend will be able to grasp how fabrication techniques have advanced through the years, this includes the use of both lasers and robotics in manufacturing. They will understand what materials make up stainless steel, what NSF considers food grade materials. How the engineering process works and how it ties to the manufacturing process by computer. To register, contract Justin Clough at jclough@eaglegrp.com.

Provided by So Cal Gas Energy Resource Center and California Energy Wise (CEW) 2 CEUs available Designed for commissary and large-batch cooking operations, this session provides insights to streamline production and maintain quality. Learn best practices for food safety, production planning, portion control, and quality assurance to keep operations efficient and compliant. Audience: Restaurant owners, chefs, facility managers, kitchen managers, foodservice directors, nutritionists, dieticians Focus: Large-volume cooking systems, workflow optimization Learning Goals: After attending this class, participants should be able to: Learn how to plan and organize large‑batch cooking so operations may stay more efficient, timely, and help consistency during high‑volume production. Understand key food‑safety practices and temperature controls which may help keep large‑scale kitchens compliant and provide assistance with protecting customer health. Discover practical techniques for portion control, workflow optimization, and quality assurance to boost efficiency without potential risk of compromising quality. To register, contact Gina Christian at gchristian@socalgas.com