Doko Dishes on School Catering During Covid-19

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As we all know, Covid-19 has impacted not only families and schools, but continues to threaten many companies globally. One industry that may be overlooked is the food catering industry, and specifically, those that deliver food to schools.
Doko is one such company. Having started as a healthy food delivery service, they’ve since grown into three locations across the North East of Beijing, and currently serve many of the local international schools. Their team is made up of a driven and international group of individuals, led by Aleks, co-founder and head of Product Development.
We spoke with Aleks to find out how they are handling the outbreak, and what folks can do to stay healthy as it continues.

As we know, the Coronavirus has affected a lot of industries. How are you guys doing right now?

Doko is doing perfectly well. We feel like most of the Beijing community are probably feeling at the moment: ready to see everyone again! Our delivery services are running smoothly, and we are happy to be here and continue providing our services to the community during a time we are all encouraged to stay indoors. We just can’t wait to have more of the community back in Beijing, out of quarantine and enjoying the wonderful F&B scene Beijing has to offer.

How will your company handle this? Any specific measures you can share with us?

We will always remain optimistic and hope that things will go back to normal as soon as possible. The best thing we can do right now is to continue what we always have done and provide fresh, delicious, colorful meals to anyone that orders from us on the WeChat account.

How do you maintain food safety during this time?

These days, being in the Doko kitchen might feel similar to an operating room at Beijing UFH. We are taking all the necessary precautions to ensure our product is as safe and fresh as ever. On top of our regular kitchen hygiene and food safety routine, our staff are made to wash hands more frequently and wear surgical masks, which cover the nose and mouth.  We also monitor and record the body temperatures of all members of our team four times a day.

Since schools are postponed indefinitely, do you have any plans for schools you work with? Are there any other enterprises you are cooperating with?

We are in close contact with all of the institutions and schools we have formed relationships with over the years. From the sound of things, the community is just as eager to get the term under way again! As soon as we get the green light from the Beijing Government, it will be right back in to the swing of things as usual.

As a food specialist, what do you suggest people eat these days to stay healthy and keep their immune systems strong?

I would encourage lots of water, lots of exercise and a balanced diet with lots of veg. It is most important that during times where we are all encouraged to stay indoors, we don’t all resort to bad eating habits and melt into our sofas like butter on crumpets (even though that sounds deliciously tempting).

I do have a personal secret, which I would encourage anyone to use… Raw Garlic. If i am ever feeling like an immune system boost, I will eat a clove of crushed raw garlic and *POOF* my problems are solved. Make sure you carry chewing gum!

Exercise is essential! There are many theories that suggest exercise is linked to strengthening your immune system. For example, exercise raises your body temperature, which just like when your temperature rises when you catch the flu, helps prevent bacteria from growing!

I know my gym has been closed for a while now, and there has been no any indication of it reopening soon, so I have developed an in-house workout routine to keep me fit and active. Normally i will follow a HIIT workout with Joe from The Body Coach TV on Youtube. They are KILLER and leave you in a big sweaty mess but only last 20 minutes!

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photos: Courtesy of Doko Wechat, Pixabay

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