Power ensures development of local catering industry

On Oct 20, in the kitchen of Lao Tian's Noodles Restaurant in Xuliang, Jiaozuo, steam rose from the stove. A chef wearing a toque held the dough tightly in both hands, tossing it up and down with swift wrist movements and sending the dough arcing through the air. Nearby, employees from State Grid Jiaozuo Power Supply Co (State Grid Jiaozuo), dressed in "State Grid" uniforms, were inspecting electrical equipment and wiring in the kitchen for potential safety hazards.

[Photo by Cui HongLing/provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

Authentic flavors on every table and the warmth of everyday life in the city are made possible by the dedication and craftsmanship of chefs. On this World Chef's Day, State Grid Jiaozuo arranged for staff to visit key locations—including food districts, restaurants, canteens at government offices and schools, and private homestay kitchens—to provide free on-site inspections and identify potential safety hazards.

The team conducted thorough examinations of dedicated kitchen circuits, residual current devices, power supply lines for high-power cooking equipment, distribution boxes, and grounding systems, accurately identifying safety risks such as aging wires, unauthorized connections, overloaded switches, and improper grounding. They assisted merchants in making immediate corrections on site. Meanwhile, considering the unique electricity usage patterns of restaurants and especially high electricity demand during autumn and winter, company employees delivered face-to-face educational sessions on safe electricity use. They explained practical knowledge—such as proper operation of high-power appliances, daily maintenance of electrical circuits, and energy-saving techniques—to chefs and business owners, helping them strengthen their electrical safety practices and reduce operational electricity costs.

"The kitchen has many appliances like ovens, steamers, and refrigerators, which consume a lot of electricity. We were always worried about potential electrical hazards. But after the power supply technician came to inspect and provide free guidance, our concerns were resolved, and we can now cook with greater peace of mind," said Lao Tian's noodle shop manager.

State Grid Jiaozuo will continue to focus on the electricity needs of food service businesses. While responding promptly to power demands and addressing electrical faults through grid-based services, the company will routinely conduct targeted electrical safety inspections and carry out safety awareness campaigns. This approach aims to eliminate kitchen-related fire risks in a timely manner, ensuring a reliable and safe power supply for the food service industry and safeguarding the healthy development of the local catering sector.