Gina Christian

Provided by California Energy Wise (CEW), SoCalGas 1.5 CEU Join us as we present Canning, one of the preservation methods for fruits and vegetables utilizing steamers and combination ovens. Canning is the process of applying heat to food sealed in a jar or can to destroy unwanted microorganisms that can cause food spoilage. This seminar will focus on the steaming and combination oven methods of preserving and canning, including step-by-step instructions to help you prepare recipes, purchase ingredients and supplies and learn proper storage guidelines. To be presented: Canning and preserving methods, sanitizing and prepping jars and lids Preservation and canning equipment selection, tips, tools and resources Ingredient selection - fruits, vegetables, herbs, sauces and more Utility programs, services, identify cost savings and rebates for qualified energy-efficient equipment Speakers: Mark Duesler, Program Manager and Chef Consultant, Frontier Energy’s, Food Service Technology Center To register, visi https://caenergywise.com/seminars/

Provided by California Energy Wise (CEW), SoCalGas 1.5 CEUs available Summary: This class covers two different commercial kitchen challenges: high heat environments and the many kitchen water wasters that can be readily fixed. The first half explains the newly adopted CalOSHA Indoor Heat Illness regulations. These regulations are meant to protect kitchen workers, but they also apply to equipment service professionals who might be working in those kitchens. Learn the details of these new regulations, how to help operators lower kitchen temperatures, and how to come into compliance with these laws. Likewise, new California laws require that all water utilities follow strict conservation guidelines in both dry and wet years - which could impact water costs. The second half of the class provides training on how to spot and mitigate common water-wasting leaks and wasteful operating practices in kitchens and dishrooms. To be presented: Appraise an employee's indoor heat illness risk and communicate a plan to come into compliance with the CalOSHA Indoor Heat Illness regulations. Explain how to reduce the ambient heat in a kitchen environment through equipment choice and ventilation optimization. Employ corrective techniques to reduce water waste in commercial kitchens and dishrooms. Speaker: Richard Young, Director of […]