Lean kitchen refers to an organized and efficient system in which people work at peak efficiency, thanks to standard operating procedures that help everyone know exactly what needs to be done and for how long. It is the opposite of chaos such as that depicted by Anthony Bourdain's Kitchen Confidential, Gordon Ramsey's Kitchen Nightmares or Robert Irvine's challenges.
Lean Kitchen Company was launched by Austin Evans and JR Robinson in 2016, offering health-conscious consumers a convenient meal prep delivery service that eliminates trips to the grocery store while saving time by creating nutritious meals at their Moosic, Pennsylvania commissary and then directly delivering them directly to homes across Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Offering vegan, low carb and paleo meal plans are among their many offerings.
The franchise focuses on sustainable and ethical sourcing practices. They look for local country farmers and partners who share their commitment to organic and pesticide-free ingredients as well as working to eliminate waste by repurposing all leftover ingredients and food items.
Diane Hampton and Kurt are not minimalists, but clear counters give them ample room to cook and bake. By eliminating clutter they have more time for side dishes, pasta, "part-time vegetarian" meals and creating tasty diverse foods to share. Creating this environment gives Diane and Kurt confidence in creating tasty yet diverse meals -- an invaluable skill when life can get in the way of making time for homemade meals!
