Food Waste Intelligence

In today’s fast-paced culinary world, kitchens face constant pressure to be more efficient, profitable, and sustainable. But how can you achieve these goals without compromising on quality or creativity? Leanpath and Galley Solutions recently teamed up for a webinar to discuss five practical strategies that can help kitchens streamline operations, reduce waste, and increase their bottom line. The discussion featured two culinary experts: Chef Ben Murphy of Leanpath and Chef Nate Keller of Galley. Here’s a summary of their top tips for...

Food waste history buffs will recall the launch of the Courtauld Commitment in 2005. Led by UK-based WRAP and funded by local governments, the initiative engaged food organizations in a voluntary commitment approach to reducing household food waste and food and packaging waste in the UK grocery sector. Recently, the Courtauld Commitment was renamed the UK Food and Drink Pact, and the inclusion of the word “Drink” sparked discussions with my colleagues on the subject of elevating the tracking of liquid food waste as part of standard fo...

Minimizing food waste is paramount for foodservice kitchens, impacting both the bottom line and sustainability efforts. In our recent Chefs' Roundtable webinar, our food waste prevention chefs, Robb White and Ben Murphy, explored the essential tools and techniques for building a low-waste kitchen. The discussion highlighted practical approaches to reduce food waste at every stage, from initial preparation to final service.

For foodservice operators, managing costs has always been a balancing act—but in today’s economy, that balance is becoming harder to maintain. Rising food prices, supply chain disruptions, and inflationary pressures are already squeezing margins, and now, new tariffs on imported goods are set to make food even more expensive. With these financial challenges looming, preventing food waste is no longer just a sustainability goal—it’s a crucial business strategy for survival.

The latest installment of the Chef’s Round Table Webinar brought together chefs from Leanpath and the Culinary Institute of America (CIA) to discuss repurposing and upcycling in the kitchen. The conversation was packed with insights, strategies, and best practices for minimizing food waste while enhancing sustainability in foodservice operations.