You don't know, and neither does your line crew.

This simple oversight can lead to severe burns, loss of work, and costly insurance claims.

A picture taken during a business health check inspection at a restaurant highlights the importance of safety measures in the kitchen. From pan handle holders to dry/side towels, every precaution must be taken to ensure the safety of your team.

But it's not just about the line cook - even the chef can unknowingly grab a hot pan.

That's why it's crucial to have an insurance provider who understands your business, potential liabilities, and risks. They can work with you to identify and minimize risks, ultimately protecting your business, team, and profits.

Remember, overlooking safety measures can be more costly than they appear. If you're opening, changing, or growing your business, make sure your insurance provider is aware - it could mean the difference between cost savings or profit loss.

Tony Martinez is the founder and principal agent of Gypsum-based Cornerstone Insurance & Financial Group. With more than a decade of insurance experience in the Vail Valley, the team brings experience in all industries and in turn, businesses receive an inside track and understanding about insurance challenges, risks, and liabilities, and how best to reduce these with thorough business health checks – all on their time – and for businesses large and small, locally, regionally, and nationally.  The team also brings more than 40 years’ experience in back of the house hospitality, including positions with Gramercy Tavern Culinary Group, Lodge at Vail, Arrabelle, and Beano’s Cabin to be the leading hospitality business insurer in the Eagle County.