Finer Points of Foodservice
There are many aspects to consider when undertaking a foodservice design project. Timelines, budget, and equipment specifications are all at play. That’s where Robin Rada comes in. As a design/build foodservice dealer at The Boelter Companies, Robin helps her clients navigate their projects to achieve the desired results. Robin joins Chef Rich and Justin to share her thoughts on building relationships while giving advice for managing deadlines, specifying equipment, and other creative problem solving ideas.
Be sure to follow Chef Rich and Justin on Twitter at @ChefRrupp and @jupehr.
Episode Notes
1:06 – About our guest, Robin Rada, and Restaurant Design
5:32 – Robin Rada Joins the Show
6:10 – Robin’s Journey through the Foodservice Industry
19:48 – Building Relationships
24:51 – Consultant and Dealer Roles
28:48 – Creative Problem Solving
35:40 – Deadline Advice
40:30 – Spec’ing Equipment
43:44 – Prepared Clients
47:53 – COVID-19
49:07 – Challenges on the Job Site and Nightmare Clients
59:07 – Design Trend Changes
1:05:27 – Robin’s Inspirational Quote