{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Startup CPG Podcast","title":"#141 Commercial Kitchens 101: Mott Smith, Amped Kitchens","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3902,"description":"In this episode of the Startup CPG Podcast, Daniel Scharff is joined by Mott Smith, co-founder of Amped Kitchens and a Startup CPG partner. Together, they delve into the benefits of utilizing commercial kitchens for small food businesses, emphasizing regulatory compliance, control, and flexibility in manufacturing.\n\nFrom product development challenges to staffing solutions, they explore various aspects of operating in a commercial kitchen, illuminating seamless transitions between spaces and the importance of community interactions.\n\nDrawing parallels between music production and food formulation, they discuss the significance of clear communication, feedback, and decision-making in the development process, while also addressing challenges like perfectionism. They also discussed the industry trends, touching on the potential decline of ghost kitchens and the rise of delivery-optimized food halls.\n\nReady to take your food business to the next level? Tune in now!\n\nListen in as Mott shares about:\nThe Need and Ideal Customer for Commercial Kitchens\nBenefits of Commercial Kitchens vs. Comans\nExamples and Case Studies\nFacilities and Offerings of Commercial Kitchens\nEquipment Needs for Different Types of Food Products\nConsultation, Expertise, and Cost Considerations\nCommunity and Networking\nCertifications and Licensing\nIn-Person vs. Online Interaction\nServices Provided by Amped Kitchens\nRelationship Between Food and Music\nFuture Plans and Expansion of Amped Kitchen\nGhost Kitchens and Food Halls\nEpisode Links:\nAmped Kitchens Website\nMott Smith’s LinkedIn\nDon't forget to leave a five-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify if you enjoyed this episode. For potential sponsorship opportunities or to join the Startup CPG community, visit http://www.startupcpg.com.\nShow Links:\nTranscripts of each episode are available on the Transistor platform that hosts our podcast here (click on the episode and toggle to “Transcript” at the top)\nJoin the Startup CPG Slack community (15K+...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/pMuUaMpWaAi3tfCEgC2OkLBVzokuLjLsIzwDIbGFqi4/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9hMTFl/MTgxNTNlZTAwZjU1/ZmNmNWM1ZjkwMDg5/NTU4MS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}