Nestled in beautiful Lake Ozark, Missouri, you will find the busy Shady Gators venue.
Shady Gators, a bustling restaurant and entertainment venue, has found the key to meeting high demand and delivering consistent quality with XLT conveyor ovens. Co-owner Troy Wormsley recently shared how their purchase of XLT conveyorized impingement ovens has transformed their kitchen operations, allowing even new staff to produce perfect results every time.
The Challenge of Traditional Deck Ovens
While Troy appreciates the craftsmanship of a deck oven, he acknowledges its challenges: the need for constant supervision, rotating items for even cooking, and the risk of errors from mistiming. For Shady Gators, a venue with high-volume service demands and a diverse menu, these inefficiencies became a barrier to growth. That’s when they turned to XLT ovens.
Why XLT Ovens Are a Game-Changer
XLT conveyor pizza ovens simplified Shady Gators’ kitchen operations and improved their ability to deliver consistent, high-quality food. Here’s why Troy believes XLT ovens are the cornerstone of their success:
- Ease of Use for Any Team: Shady Gators employs many first-time kitchen staff, including international students on J-1 programs. With minimal training, these team members quickly adapt to using the XLT impingement ovens. The process is simple: place food on one end, and it emerges perfectly cooked on the other.
- 100% Consistency: Troy emphasizes that the conveyorized impingement oven eliminates the human error often seen with traditional ovens. By mapping out clear cooking paths—full, three-quarter, half, or quarter pass—the team achieves uniform results every time, whether they’re cooking pizzas, subs, or appetizers.
- Streamlined Workflow: The oven’s automation allows the team to handle high volumes without delays. With clear settings for temperature and timing, the XLT conveyor ovens ensure that every dish is cooked to perfection, reducing stress and improving efficiency.
- Unmatched Quality: According to Troy, the food coming out of the XLT ovens is flawless. Whether it’s pizza, wings, or another menu item, the oven’s consistent performance ensures that every order meets Shady Gators’ high standards.
Building Success with XLT Impingement Ovens
For Shady Gators, the switch to XLT conveyor pizza ovens has not only simplified their operations but also elevated the quality of their menu. Troy describes the XLT ovens as “100% perfect every time,” a testament to their ability to deliver reliability and consistency.
With their conveyorized impingement ovens, Shady Gators has built a kitchen system that accommodates a high volume of customers, a diverse team, and a varied menu—all while ensuring top-tier results. Whether it’s for a high-speed kitchen or a growing restaurant, XLT ovens are a proven solution for efficiency and quality.
