LTI: Food Serving Summit [6.5 CEU]

LTI 1947 Bill Casey Parkway, Jonesboro, GA, United States

Thursday, October 5: Breakfast at the Hampton Inn; Depart for LTI at 7:30 a.m. 8:00 a.m. - Welcome and Overview. Barbara Casey Lane, President, LTI 8:30 a.m. - Lessons and comparisons of hot wells, cold pans and convertible hot/cold wells; Explore what’s next in serving technologies. Chance Hunt, Product Manager, LTI 10:00 a.m. - Stainless Steel: Review steel market analysis, common uses of different metals and differences among manufacturers within the industry. Tom Flynn, Specialty Rolled Metals 10:50 a.m. - Break 11:00 a.m. - Proper Welding Techniques 12:00 p.m. - Working Lunch; Introduction to alternative counter surface materials. 1:00 p.m. - Factory and R&D Lab Tour 2:00 p.m. - Fabrication Differentials: Undermounting serving technologies to stone and solid surface materials, fabricating without ventilation louvers and UD-Wall construction. Chance Hunt, Product Manager, LTI 3:00 p.m. - Wrap-Up 3:30 p.m. - Depart for Airport 

Marra Forni Brick Oven Cooking Solutions Intersection of Artisan and Technology (6 CEUs)

Marra Forni 10310 Southard Drive, Beltsville, MD, United States

SESSION OVERVIEW This is a face-to-face day and a half program with attendees arriving into Baltimore/Washington International Airport the afternoon prior to the training session. Marra Forni will provide for non-cancellable airfare, overnight accommodations (attendees are responsible for incidentals), and ground transportation. Flights will be booked by Marra Forni and tickets are non-refundable to secure best pricing. Attendees are responsible for reimbursement to Marra Forni in the event of cancellation. On the date of arrival, there will be a group tour of Marra Forni’s masonry manufacturing facility (located in Elkridge, MD) and a group dining event. Training will continue on day 2 beginning at 8:00am, and concluding at 4:00pm depending upon outgoing flight schedules. There will be a 60–90-minute learning lunch session (attendees will have hands on experience making traditional neapolitan pizza). Sessions will be offered on various dates throughout the year and communicated in advance for posting on Marra Forni and FCSI website calendars to promote the learning opportunity. FCSI attendees will receive 6 CEUs and a “Learning Certificate of Completion” for attending the event. Marra Forni will complete and submit to FCSI all required documentation to secure 6 CEUs Session Agenda: Arrival: Early afternoon arrival into Baltimore/Washington International Airport […]

On Demand Content

Our Education Providers are pleased to offer a variety of education programs online .  Please note, you must request online access with the contact person listed in the program description. Once you have been given access to the program, it will be available to you on demand. Visit our on demand page for more details on individual events offered: https://fcsita.org/education-provider-program/on-demand-content/

Event Series On Demand Content

Scotsman Ice Systems: Ice 101 & Industry Cross Reference Tool [1+ CEU]

Flexible Dates and Locations - contact Scotsman to schedule By attending this program, consultants will have a better understanding of 1) Where to use different types of ice: 2) General knowledge on how ice machines work; 3) Things to consider when deciding on an ice machine; 4) How to cross reference the industry's ice machines;   1)     General Ice Machine Refrigeration Operation Basics 2)     General Ice Machine Sizing Guide: How much ice do I need? 3)     General Ice Machine Application Guide – Air Cooled, Water Cooled, Remotes, Etc… 4)     General Ice Forms – Uses and Applications  Contact Vince Dattolo to schedule: [email protected] or 224.360.9621

Middleby – Electrification Solutions Series

Middleby 2701 E State Hwy 121, Suite 600, Lewisville, TX, United States

Middleby  –  Electrification Solutions Series November 6-7, 2023 Dallas, Texas 10 CEUs Program Agenda Day 1 1PM – Arrival to Dallas Facility 1PM – 2PM – Facility Tour / Small Bites on the Tour 2PM – 3PM – Rotation 1 – Rapid Cook 3PM – 4PM – Rotation 2 – Holding/Warming/Delivery 4PM – 4:30PM – Break 4:30PM – 5:30PM – Rotation 3 -Char-Grilling/ Grilling/Griddling 6:30PM – 7:30PM – Rotation 4 -Combi  6:30PM – 8PM – Chef’s Table Dinner Day 2 8:15AM – Arrival to Dallas Facility 8:30AM – 9AM – Continental Breakfast 9AM – 9:30AM – Rotation 5 – Coffee 9:30AM – 10:30AM – Rotation 6 – Baking 10:30 AM– 11AM – Break 11AM – 12PM – Rotation 7 – Steam 12PM – 1PM – Rotation 8 – Beverage 1PM – 2PM – Hands on Cooking, Lunch Preparation & Lunch 2PM – 2:30PM – Closing / Wrap-Up Make your reservations, and grab a seat at the table for the Middleby MAINS Program, Electrification Solutions Series. Learn from the Middleby Brands through immersive, hands-on and demonstrative concept training. Space is limited! Please register in advance and contact Meghan Daro [email protected] or Hannah Guy [email protected] with any questions. We hope to see you there! Click HERE  to […]

Rational USA Designer Event 2023 (13 CEUs)

Rational USA 1701 Gold Road, Suite C120, Rolling Meadows, IL, United States

Get up close and personal with our cooking systems as we show you why RATIONAL has become the standard for US kitchens.  Topics will include hands on cooking, cook-chill processing, ventless technology, and introduction to our new Commercial Kitchen Planning Tool that can be used to calculated variable configurations and with validation for your clients. Where: Rational USA, 1701 Golf Road Suite C-120, Rolling Meadows, IL 60008 When: Three dates to choose from! June 6-7 / September 19-20 / November 14-15 Questions: Contact Jim Lund or Stuart Schwadron  This program is a pre-approved FCSI Continuing Professional Growth Educational Provider Program. This 15-hour program offers 13 Continuing Education Units which will be reported directly to FCSI The Americas Headquarters for FCSI consultant members. Click Here to Register

On Demand Content

Our Education Providers are pleased to offer a variety of education programs online .  Please note, you must request online access with the contact person listed in the program description. Once you have been given access to the program, it will be available to you on demand. Visit our on demand page for more details on individual events offered: https://fcsita.org/education-provider-program/on-demand-content/

Event Series On Demand Content

Scotsman Ice Systems: Ice 101 & Industry Cross Reference Tool [1+ CEU]

Flexible Dates and Locations - contact Scotsman to schedule By attending this program, consultants will have a better understanding of 1) Where to use different types of ice: 2) General knowledge on how ice machines work; 3) Things to consider when deciding on an ice machine; 4) How to cross reference the industry's ice machines;   1)     General Ice Machine Refrigeration Operation Basics 2)     General Ice Machine Sizing Guide: How much ice do I need? 3)     General Ice Machine Application Guide – Air Cooled, Water Cooled, Remotes, Etc… 4)     General Ice Forms – Uses and Applications  Contact Vince Dattolo to schedule: [email protected] or 224.360.9621

Middleby – Sustainability Solutions (10 CEUs)

Middleby 2701 E State Hwy 121, Suite 600, Lewisville, TX, United States

Middleby – Sustainability Solutions Series December 4-5, 2023 Dallas, Texas 10 CEUs Program Agenda – 10 CEUs Requested Day 1 1PM – Arrival to Dallas Facility 1PM – 2PM – Facility Tour / Small Bites on the Tour 2PM – 3PM – Rotation 1 – Sustainable Baking 3PM – 4PM – Rotation 2 Sustainable Ice Solutions 4PM – 4:30PM – Break 4:30PM – 5:30PM – Rotation 3 Combi 6:30PM – 7:30PM – Rotation 4 Hood Technology 6:30PM – 8PM – Chef’s Table Dinner Day 2 8:15AM – Arrival to Dallas Facility 8:30AM – 9AM – Continental Breakfast 9AM – 9:30AM – Rotation 5 – Sustainable Coffee Solutions 9:30AM – 10:30AM – Rotation 6 – Steam Sustainability 10:30AM – 11AM – Break 11AM – 12PM – Rotation 7 – Beverage & Refrigeration 12PM – 1PM – Rotation 8 – Rapid Cook 1PM – 2PM – Hands on Cooking, Lunch Preparation & Lunch 2PM – 2:30PM – Closing / Wrap-Up Click HERE to register and learn more

Food Warming Equipment, Inc. – Winter 2023 FWE Consultant Seminar – (7.5 CEUs)

FWE 5599 Hwy 31 W, Portland, TN, United States

Provide knowledge of various heating, holding and transport systems to assist in designing future client projects. We will review construction and design methods, which will allow future FCSI clients to deliver meals efficiently, safely and at top quality. Categories that will be covered include Low Temperature Cooking, Heated and Moisture Holding, Serving Equipment, Re-thermalizing Units, Utility Transports, Refrigeration, as well as Portable Bars and Racks. We will have an in-depth presentation on the benefits of electric smokers, and how they can potentially increase revenue without the costly investment of traditional pit BBQ. We will close the evening with a Chef hosted, behind the scenes glimpse at Nashville’s newest fine dining “speak easy” style restaurant, Gannon’s, where Executive Chef Gannon Leary will discuss: What it means to open a high-end restaurant post covid, what top issues are currently faced by the food service industry and how the right equipment can make or break a new restaurant.

NRA – Too Busy to Grow: Solving the ‘Never Enough Time’ Problem (.75 CEUs)

You have a ton of great ideas to improve and build your business. Build a positive work culture! Launch innovative marketing campaigns! Implement new brand initiatives! But if you’re a smaller operator or have limited staff, it can be difficult to find the time to actually execute any of your great ideas. There will always be another new fire to put out that pulls your attention away. This session addresses one of the top issues faced by every restaurant leader: solving the "never enough time" problem. Learn from an experienced leader about tools to help build structure and efficiency in your daily operations so that you can focus on top priorities like business growth, leadership, and the ever-evolving conversation around transforming the work culture of the foodservice industry. _____ Closed captioning is available in 30 languages. Registration Link: https://www.bigmarker.com/NationalRestaurantShow/Too-Busy-to-Grow-Solving-the-Never-Enough-Time-Problem?utm_bmcr_source=CEPartner

Jay Mark Jam Session ‘Volume 5: Burger Bar

Jay Mark Jam Session ‘Volume 5: Burger Bar One session on December 7th, 2023 @ The Jay Mark Group Test Kitchen (175 Lively Blvd. Elk Grove Village, IL 60007) -2:00 PM – 6:00 PM Topics and Brands Featured: -Share insights on ventless action stations for Pub style food -Discuss upcoming new product development & unique equipment solutions -Nieco -Evo America -TurboChef -Perfect Fry -CTX -Imperial -MagiKitch’n   Agenda 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM -Introduction 2:30 PM – 3:00 PM -Evo EVent Demonstration 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM -Imperial IFS-250, TurboChef Fire & Eco ST, Perfect Fry, Nieco Broiler & Magikitch’n Charbroiler equipment stations set up for demonstrations 5:30PM – 6:00PM -Closing remarks   -Evo America The ability to cook anywhere Versatility of ventless equipment Industry Segments -TurboChef Foodservice Operations Design & Service Trends Equipment Needs Based on Trends Considerations when Specifying Ventless Equipment -Imperial What to look for when choosing a fryer Importance of filtration and oil savings   -Nieco Automation and the impact on labor Menu applications