Rita's Italian Ice - Oakland

Mandatory: We will/we pledge to display our Sustainable Pittsburgh Restaurant designation on our website, menu, and/or marketing materials

Restaurant's statement: Our restaurant will display our Sustainable Pittsburgh Restaurant designation through our website, menu, and/or marketing materials, and program decal.

Mandatory: We will/we pledge to post the Sustainable Pittsburgh Restaurant decal in a place visible to restaurant guests

Restaurant's statement: Our restaurant will display our Sustainable Pittsburgh Restaurant designation through our website, menu, and/or marketing materials, and program decal.

We provide sustainability-related training and information to all new and existing employees

Restaurant's statement: we recycle all plastic and paper used at the store.

We recycle all of the following materials: paper, glass, plastic, cardboard, and aluminum

Restaurant's statement: This is handles by UPMC, my landlord.

We recycle/donate for reuse some of the following small materials/items: polystyrene/Styrofoam, light bulbs, batteries, aerosol cans, paint, computer systems, hardware, light fixtures, ink and toner cartridges

Restaurant's statement: we recycle small hard to recycle items (ink and toner cartridges)

We buy at least one of the following products in bulk - no individually wrapped/portioned items: straws, to-go cutlery, or condiments used for in-house orders

Restaurant's statement: we use non individually wrapped spoons.

We have eliminated straws from guest use or instilled an "offer first" approach with straws

Restaurant's statement: we use an offer first approach to distributing straws.

We post our daily specials or menu on a chalkboard/whiteboard as opposed to printing

Restaurant's statement: We have permanent displays to show our flavors and items.

We do not use plastic bags to bag take-out items or have instilled an "offer first" approach to bagging take-out items in plastic

Restaurant's statement: We offer paper bags first for take out items.

We have eliminated the use of polystyrene foam or Styrofoam containers (boxes and cups) for take-out use

Restaurant's statement: We do not use polystyrene/Styrofoam cups or containers.

We purchase paper products and/or containers that are recyclable

Restaurant's statement: We purchase recyclable paper products.

We purchase plastic products/containers that are recyclable

Restaurant's statement: We purchase plastic products that are recyclable.

If we offer our guests paper self-serve napkins, we use a single output dispenser

Restaurant's statement: we use a single output napkin dispenser.

We use a paperless ordering and billing for vendors where it is available

Restaurant's statement: we use paperless ordering and billing where it is available.

We have installed a low-flow pre-rinse sprayer for dishwashing

Restaurant's statement: Fisher sprayer

We have addressed water conservation by reducing the flow rate of our sinks

Restaurant's statement: We have aerators

We practice water-saving dishwashing techniques: hand scraping plates, pots, and pans before washing, presoaking pans/utensils, only running the dishwasher when it is full, and/or basin style washing

Restaurant's statement: We hand scrape and presoak items when possible.

We have addressed water conservation through the efficiency of our toilets

Restaurant's statement: We use a toilet that uses 1.6 gallons per flush (Gerber)

We thaw frozen foods in the refrigerator (not with running water)

Restaurant's statement: We do not use water to thaw frozen foods.

We regularly check for and repair leaks in our water system

Restaurant's statement: We regularly check and repair leaks in our water system.

We turn off all kitchen faucets when not in use

Restaurant's statement: we turn off all faucets when not in use.

We have our HVAC inspected annually to ensure it is in proper working condition and operating efficiently

Restaurant's statement: We have our HVAC system checked annually.

We have addressed energy efficiency through our windows and doors

Restaurant's statement: We have addressed energy efficiency through our windows and doors

We turn off non-emergency indoor lights during non-operating hours

Restaurant's statement: We only leave on emergency lighting when store is not open.

We turn off lights in unused spaces or have installed sensors/timers to automatically turn them off

Restaurant's statement: We turn off lighting in unused areas.

We regularly clean evaporator and condenser coils on refrigerators (every 3 months)

Restaurant's statement: Cleaning of these items was done during the week of February 13th.

We maintain the temperature of our hot water heater at 140 degrees or at the lowest temperature consistent with our sanitizing system

Restaurant's statement: We maintain our water temperature 140 degrees or lower

We turn off all electronic equipment at the end of business or place them in energy saving mode

Restaurant's statement: Electronic items go top sleep when not being used.

We power down the kitchen equipment during slow, idle times

Restaurant's statement: Equipment is turned off when possible to conserve energy.

We use natural cooling in place of air conditioning, when acceptable

Restaurant's statement: We use natural cooling instead of air conditioning

We have insulated all refrigeration cold suction lines

Restaurant's statement: Lines are insulated.

We use daylight sensors or adjust our indoor lighting based on natural sunlight available

Restaurant's statement: we adjust our lighting according to natural light available

We partner with, fundraise, sponsor, promote or donate to a local community organization, community members, or cause

Restaurant's statement: We donate to local community organizations

We provide employment opportunities for residents of the local community

Restaurant's statement: We provide employment opportunities for residents of local communities

There is a secure location to store bicycles at or near our restaurant

Restaurant's statement: There is a bike rack in the area and employees can secure there bikes in the garage behind the store.

Our restaurant is owned by someone who lives within the local region

Restaurant's statement: I live within Allegheny County

We offer our staff training to further enhance career development

Restaurant's statement: We offer our staff training to further their careers

We provide emergency rides for employees

Restaurant's statement: We provide emergency rides for employees

We provide employees with at least 11 hours of non-working time between shifts

Restaurant's statement: We provide employees with at least 11 hours between shifts

We provide our employees at least one day off for every five days worked consecutively

Restaurant's statement: We provide employees at least one day off every 5 days worked consecutively

Our full-time salaried employees work an average no more than of 35-45 hours/week

Restaurant's statement: Full time employees work an average of no more than 35-40 hours per week

We offer internal promotions

Restaurant's statement: We offer internal promotions

We cross-train employees across different floor and kitchen positions

Restaurant's statement: We cross-train employees on different positions

We give raises based on employee performance and responsibility

Restaurant's statement: We give employees raises based on performance

We provide discounts for our employees at our restaurant

Restaurant's statement: We provide discounts for our employees at the establishment

We provide bonuses or incentives for employee performance

Restaurant's statement: We provide bonuses or incentives based on performance

We work hard to ensure a diverse and inclusive work environment

Restaurant's statement: We have a very diverse work environment

We rotate menu items based on seasonality

Restaurant's statement: We rotate menu items based on seasonality

Our restaurant provides vegetarian/vegan fare

Restaurant's statement: Majority of items sold at the store comply with vegetarian/vegan standards.

Our restaurant provides allergen-free options

Restaurant's statement: We provide allergen free items

Our restaurant provides calorie counts

Restaurant's statement: We provide calorie counts