Client
Paradise Foods
Industry
Central Kitchen & Food Processing
Challenge
Manual peeling caused low efficiency, high wastage, and inconsistent onion prep quality across multiple kitchens.
Background
Paradise Foods is a large-scale food prep company supplying chopped and ready-to-cook vegetables to restaurant chains, cloud kitchens, and caterers. Onions, one of the most processed items, were a consistent bottleneck due to labor-heavy manual peeling that often led to product damage and slow batch turnover.
In search of a smarter and scalable alternative, Paradise Foods chose Nexgen’s Onion Peeling Machine to improve consistency, reduce waste, and triple their onion preparation capacity across locations.
Challenges
Paradise Foods faced the following key issues:
Slow, Manual Workflow
Manual peeling required hours of labor, limiting daily onion output to under 60 kg/hour.
High Wastage
Over-peeling and bruised onions led to a 20% product rejection rate.
Inconsistent Quality
Variability in labor performance meant some batches were clean, others were poorly peeled or damaged.
Labor Dependency
Up to 8 workers per shift were dedicated just to onion prep, driving up labor costs.
Unhygienic Conditions
Onion juice and peels made the work zone messy, leading to sanitation and odor issues.
Solution: Onion Peeling Machine
Paradise Foods implemented Nexgen’s OP-250 Fully Automatic Onion Peeling Machine, designed for precision and speed in high-volume kitchens. Key Features Included:
Efficient Peeling System
Utilizes air pressure technology to uniformly remove onion skins without damaging the core.
High Capacity Output
Processes between 150–250 kg/hour, allowing the kitchen to scale its prep volumes effortlessly.
Powerful 15 HP Compressor
Delivers consistent pneumatic force for effective dry peeling without manual scraping or cutting.
Durable & Hygienic Build
Built from food-grade stainless steel, ideal for wet and corrosive kitchen conditions.
Low Maintenance, Easy Operation
Minimal moving parts and easy-access panels reduce cleaning and maintenance time.
Implementation
Nexgen deployed the solution in three structured phases:
- Phase 1 : On-Site Audit : Assessed Paradise Foods’s onion usage, batch size, and staffing model to determine machine placement and setup.
- Phase 2 : Installation & Commissioning : The OP-250 was installed and calibrated to handle different onion sizes used in daily operations.
- Phase 3 : Operator Training & SOP Creation : Kitchen staff were trained on operating and cleaning the unit, while Nexgen helped develop usage SOPs for shift teams.
Results
3X Increase in Output
Onion peeling throughput surged from 60 kg/hour to over 180 kg/hour without adding manpower.
Reduced Wastage to Under 3%
Consistent peeling eliminated damage and over-stripping, improving overall yield.
70% Labor Savings
Manual peeling team downsized from 8 workers to just 2, cutting labor cost significantly.
Uniform Prep Quality
Batch-to-batch consistency helped improve client satisfaction and reduced return complaints.
Client Testimonial
“The OP-250 didn’t just automate our process—it raised the bar. Our prep time dropped, quality improved, and we no longer worry about onion prep slowing down production. It’s the smartest equipment we’ve invested in.”
– Central Kitchen Head, Paradise Foods
Conclusion
Nexgen’s Fully Automatic Onion Peeling Machine (OP-250) enabled Paradise Foods to scale operations without scaling effort. By replacing manual labor with consistent, high-speed output, the brand streamlined its production, improved product quality, and reduced operational stress, positioning them for further growth in the food service supply chain.
If your food facility is facing delays or losses due to manual onion peeling, Nexgen’s OP-250 is the reliable upgrade your production line needs.