2025-10-20 – Weekly Food Service News : Why do we call them Cambros?

Last week in the forum, members delved into a variety of pressing topics within the food service industry. Discussions revolved around the increasing demand for on-call and director roles, reflecting shifts in industry staffing needs. Remote work opportunities were also a hot topic, with members exchanging experiences and advice on navigating these roles. Additionally, practical tips for effective customer service training generated interest, as professionals looked to enhance their team’s skills.


This Week’s Hot Topics

Weekly Food Service Jobs: On-call and director roles in demand
This discussion highlighted the growing need for flexible and leadership positions in food service, sparking conversations about career growth and industry trends.
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Weekly Food Service Jobs: Remote opportunities are booming!
With remote work becoming more prevalent, this thread explored the pros and cons of working from home in the food service industry.
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Would You Take This Job? Full-Time Food Service Teammate
Members offered their perspectives on a job listing, weighing the benefits and drawbacks of the position.
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Quick customer service training wins
This thread shared simple yet effective strategies for improving customer service, which can make a big impact in day-to-day operations.
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Hiring lead host for reservation-heavy nights
The conversation focused on the challenges and skills needed for managing busy nights, where reservations require extra attention.
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Why do we call them Cambros
A lighter topic, this thread unraveled the origin of the commonly used term “Cambros,” offering an interesting glimpse into industry jargon.
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Thinking About a Career in Food Service?
A helpful resource for those considering entering the field, this guide provided insights into what to expect and how to start.
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How Did You Land Your First Job in Food Service?
Members shared their personal stories, offering encouragement and advice for newcomers to the industry.
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Wishing you a productive week ahead. Feel free to dive into the discussions and share your thoughts.

I tell my team ‘label before you load’ — write depart time, target hold temp, and destination on blue tape on the Cambro — so when I’m on-call I can skim the temp log remotely and know what’s in transit without extra texts. And yeah, we call them Cambros because the brand dominated insulated carriers (see https://www.cambro.com), but if your SOPs say ‘insulated carrier’ it helps new remote hires who haven’t used that brand.

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