Jonathan Hunt, Stuart Schwadron and Harper Robinson of Rational USA showed off the latest back-of-house equipment at the 2025 National Restaurant Association Show. Hear their discussion of how restaurant operators can address higher labor costs, energy bills and space constraints by deploying high-tech ovens optimized for efficiency and automation.
RATIONAL is the world market and technology leader in precise and intelligent cooking for professional kitchens. Founded in 1973, the company employs more than 2,700 people globally. For over 50 years, RATIONAL has focused on providing unparalleled cooking solutions, delivering outstanding and consistent food quality, automated work processes, and high potential savings by optimizing space, labor, energy, and yield