What are the best upgrades you can make to run smoother, faster, and more profitable pizza catering events?
In this episode, Eidref breaks down the seven biggest upgrades he's making to his pizza catering setup for 2026.
After five years of catering as a side hustle, a sudden influx of new bookings pushed him to rethink every part of his operation. From cooler systems and organization hacks to rotating pizza stones and workflow improvements, this episode is all about working smarter, delivering a better customer experience, and building a catering business that scales.
Whether you're a pizza caterer, food entrepreneur, or mobile pizza operator, you'll find practical ideas you can implement immediately.
Highlights:
0:00 – Why 2026 Is a Big Year for Pizza Catering
0:40 – The Question That Improves Every Event
1:00 – Upgrade #1: Bigger Coolers, Fewer Trips
2:00 – Keeping Food Safe During Delays
2:50 – Titan Ice Packs vs Traditional Ice
3:20 – Upgrade #2: Every Bin Has a Job
4:30 – Why Clear Bins Aren't the Real Solution
5:00 – Building a System Instead of Buying More Gear
6:00 – Creating Bin Checklists and Team Reference Cards
7:15 – Solving the "Where Is Everything?" Problem
8:00 – Upgrade #3: Contractor Bags for Faster Cleanup
9:00 – Protecting Equipment and Saving Your Back
10:00 – Using Business Credit Cards to Fund Upgrades
10:30 – Upgrade #4: Rotating Pizza Stones
11:40 – How Rotating Stones Improve Consistency
13:10 – Better Heat Distribution and Faster Production
14:20 – Why Better Execution Creates More Referrals
15:20 – Reinvesting Catering Profits Into the Business
15:30 – Upgrade #5: Using an Ooni Volt as a Pizza Warmer
17:00 – Serving More Guests Without Sacrificing Quality
18:00 – Battery Power Solutions for Mobile Catering
18:50 – Upgrade #6: Bed Risers for Higher Workstations
19:40 – Saving Your Back During Long Events
20:05 – Upgrade #7: Sliding Pizza Peels
20:50 – The Cheapest Upgrade That Saves the Most Time
21:10 – Lessons Learned and Final Thoughts
7 PRO UPGRADES FOR PIZZA CATERING — GEAR LIST
• Igloo Max Cold 150 qt (dough cooler) →
https://amzn.to/4uyqzxq
• Titan High Performance Ice Packs (8-pack) →https://amzn.to/4uyqzxq
• HDX 40-gallon storage tote → https://www.homedepot.com/p/HDX-40-Gal-Tough-Storage-Tote-in-Black-with-Yellow-Lid-999-40G-HDX/328027044
• Hefty 55 Gal No Scent Contractor Bags (16 pk) → https://www.walmart.com/ip/Hefty-Heavy-Duty-Contractor-Extra-Large-Trash-Bags-55-gallon-16-Count/40547485
• 💳 Chase Ink Business Cash → https://www.referyourchasecard.com/21f/OG7GAT5ZDM
• Ooni Rotating Stone → https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=77074&awinaffid=1800006
• Ooni Volt 2 → https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=77074&awinaffid=1800006
• OUPES Exodus 2400 Portable Power Station → https://amzn.to/4uyqzxq
• Bacio Cheese — operator sample request → https://bit.ly/3FmQ3up
• Temu sliding pizza peel →
• Utopia Bedding Bed Risers (3"/5" adjustable) → https://www.amazon.com/Utopia-Bedding-Premium-Adjustable-Furniture/dp/B073WFCV1L
• Lifetime 6-foot folding table (Costco) → https://www.costco.com/p/-/lifetime-commercial-6-fold-in-half-table-2-pack/4000390113
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