In today’s restaurant environment, running a successful kitchen takes more than culinary skill. Rising food costs, staff pressures, and the need for consistent quality all place increasing demands on chefs and operators.
Meet Unilever Food Solutions (UFS). UFS is a global foodservice partner built around the real needs of professional kitchens. Working closely with chefs around the world, UFS develops products, tools, and training designed to support both the creative and operational sides of running a kitchen.
With a portfolio that includes Knorr Professional, Hellmann’s, Robertsons, and Carte d’Or, UFS is present in kitchens across South Africa; not just as a supplier, but as a partner focused on helping operators improve efficiency, maintain consistency, and grow profitability.
Tools that go beyond the plate
Beyond products, UFS provides practical tools that help restaurants run more efficiently and make smarter business decisions.
Business efficiency
Understanding food costs and margins is critical in today’s climate. UFS offers tools that help operators calculate recipe costs, optimise portion sizes, and identify high-performing menu items.
Menu engineering insights make it easier to see which dishes drive profit, while practical guidance on reducing waste and improving workflows helps kitchens operate more efficiently day-to-day.
There’s also a strong focus on food safety and operational consistency, with resources that support compliance while streamlining back-of-house processes.
Together, these tools help shift the focus from simply managing a kitchen to running a more sustainable, profitable business.
UFS Academy
Ongoing learning is essential in a fast-moving industry.
UFS Academy offers free, bite-sized training led by chefs from around the world, and covers everything from core techniques to emerging food trends. The content is short, practical, and designed to be applied immediately in a professional kitchen.
Whether it’s refining skills or exploring new ideas, the Academy gives chefs accessible ways to stay sharp and competitive.
Products that support performance
In high-pressure kitchens, consistency and speed matter just as much as flavour.
UFS products are designed to support both. From ready-to-use stocks and sauce bases to reliable seasonings, these solutions help reduce prep time while delivering consistent results at scale. This allows chefs to focus on execution and service, without compromising on quality.
More importantly, these products are built with operational realities in mind, which helps kitchens to manage time, reduce waste, and maintain output during busy service periods.
A partner for professional kitchens
The demands on restaurants are only increasing, and success depends on balancing quality, efficiency, and profitability.
By combining reliable products, practical tools, and accessible training, UFS supports kitchens in navigating these challenges more effectively.
Rather than adding complexity, the focus is on simplifying operations, improving consistency, and helping restaurants make better decisions in the kitchen and in the business.
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