To meet the demands of matchday and event catering, Ipswich Town has embraced Rational’s iHexagon cooking systems, including 2 iHexagon 6-1/1 and iVario units, ‘transforming’ the culinary experience for fans and guests.

Catering to diverse needs, from the bowl food area in the Cobbold Stand for up to 80 guests to private boxes for 28, the iHexagon cooking systems ensure ‘efficiency and quality without compromise’.

The variable microwave technology and AutoDose cleaning system improve safety, reduce food waste and deliver consistent results. This ‘innovation’ ensures Ipswich Town’s hospitality team delivers a premium experience, even during high-demand periods such as back-to-back matches.

Christian Hood, sous chef at Ipswich Town, said: “We have three main kitchens. They all vary in the size and capacities they churn out. Speed is key. You’ve got kick-offs at 3 o’clock. You want people in, fed and enjoying themselves.

“No matter who turns up in the kitchen to work, it flows immediately. The iHexagon has contributed to reducing food waste. Massive, massive drop. Because we only put through what we need, we don’t go through as much or waste any products. The iHexagon has been phenomenal. It’s brought about a new era to Ipswich Town football club.”

The iVario has also elevated their kitchen operations even further. From making Irish stew in 30 minutes instead of two hours to sealing meats and boiling rice with a single button press, the iVario enhances efficiency.

A Rational spokesperson added: “With Rational’s innovative cooking systems, Ipswich Town FC has set a new standard for matchday hospitality, ensuring every meal is prepared with speed, precision, and quality. The club’s commitment to excellence in catering reflects its ambition on and off the pitch, delivering an unmatched experience for fans and guests alike.”