We are delighted to introduce Sami Lamminaho, our new Corporate Chef, who brings a unique blend of culinary expertise and large-scale kitchen management experience.
With a background that spans hospitality management education, industrial food production, and consultancy roles at Unilever and HKFoods (one of the largest food producers in Finland), Sami is now starting to shape the future of how we use our professional mixing kettles.
New Dieta Chef Sami Lamminaho ready to put his experience in action to elevate Dieta Kettle user performance even further
A Logical Approach to Large-Scale Kitchens Meets Passion for Culinary Innovation
Sami is passionate about running efficient kitchen operations. With his experience in large-scale production recipe development, he has developed a deep understanding of customer needs in high-volume kitchens and how to streamline complex processes while maintaining top-quality standards.
"My background from fine dining to industrial food production gives me a unique perspective. I enjoy approaching challenges in a way that makes processes simpler and more efficient for everyone involved," says Sami.
His expertise lies not only in crafting recipes but in understanding the entire kitchen process. From temperature control to automation, Sami is experienced in finding practical solutions to common kitchen challenges. His approach perfectly aligns with our advanced mixing kettles, which allow chefs to produce consistent, high-quality dishes with minimal effort.
Simplifying Kitchen Operations with Versatile Kettles
One of the reasons Sami was drawn to working with us was the versatility of Dieta Kettles. He sees these kettles as much more than kitchen tools; they are complete solutions for busy kitchens.
"Our kettles simplify everyday tasks in the kitchen, like making hollandaise sauce without the risk of separation. Thanks to precise temperature control, high-speed mixing, or automated cooking programs, chefs can trust these kettles to handle time-consuming tasks, freeing them up to focus on other responsibilities and trusting that the food will be perfectly cooked every time " Sami explains.
Taking Recipe Development to the Next Level
In addition to training reseller partners on the versatility of our kettles, our chef has been developing new recipes specifically tailored to the kettles' unique capabilities, pushing the boundaries of what our kettles can do. The kettle’s ability to adapt to both hot and cold preparations is a game-changer in busy kitchens.
"The great thing about these kettles is they’re so adaptable – they can handle everything from whisking sauces and folding delicate ingredients to making cold dishes like salads or mayonnaise, all with ease," Sami explains.
Addressing Consistency and Labour Shortages
Large-scale kitchens come with unique challenges, particularly with consistency and efficiency.
“In today's kitchen environment, where labour shortages are a constant challenge, having equipment that practically runs itself is invaluable. Our kettles allow chefs to use and create pre-set programs that also less experienced staff can follow. The final result remains consistent regardless of who is operating it." says Sami.
Sami’s goal is to educate people how these kettles can do much of the heavy lifting, so chefs can concentrate on creativity rather than repetitive tasks.
“The seamless integration of different mixing tools – whether whisking or folding – allows the cook to move through multiple stages of cooking in one kettle without needing to shift ingredients between different stations. This keeps everything streamlined, reducing the need for extra steps, and makes the cooking process smoother and more efficient overall”, Sami explains.
Healthier Options and Global Flavours
Looking ahead, Sami is excited about upcoming culinary trends, like the shift towards healthier recipes, especially in the public sector, but also more generally.
"People are looking for meals that are lower in fat and salt but still packed with flavour. This is great news for anyone cooking with Dieta Kettles, as it makes preparing healthy dishes easy without losing out on taste." he notes.
Sami is also passionate about exploring bold, global flavours that especially the younger generations are craving.
“With the precision and versatility of our kettles, there’s no limit to the kinds of dishes that can be created, making them the perfect tool for modern kitchens” Sami adds.
A Personal Love for Cooking
Outside the professional kitchen, Sami’s passion for food is just as strong. Whether he’s experimenting with new recipes or foraging for mushrooms and berries in the Finnish wilderness, food remains at the heart of his life.
"My signature bolognese sauce, which I've been perfecting since elementary school, could also be cooked in large batches even more efficiently with Dieta kettles. Just like many of my personal favourites, which nowadays are mainly vegetarian and Asian-inspired dishes," Sami shares.
