Make Small Spaces Perform | Freezer & Cooler Ops
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One or two doors? No problem. Here’s how to make tiny sets look full, sell fast, and stay simple to run.
Layouts by door count
One door (9 SKUs): 4 meals · 3 snacks/minis · 2 desserts.
Two doors (12 SKUs): 5 meals · 4 snacks/minis · 2 desserts · 1 flex (seasonal or premium).
Planogram examples: Make Your Freezer Sell.
Facings & sightlines
- Give top 2 SKUs 2+ facings at eye level; keep ⅔ visual fullness.
- Block by benefit (High-Protein, Under 400 Cal) to reduce decision time.
- Rotate one spicy/global feature monthly.
Benefit-first shelf tags
- “25g Protein” · “Under 400 Calories” · “Plant-Based” · “Gluten-Free”.
- One-line prep: “Microwave 3–4 min”.
Reorders, PARs & waste
- Weekly/bi-weekly cadence; set PARs on top 4 SKUs.
- FIFO + last-day markdowns to control waste.
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Cooler cross-sell ideas
- Protein bowl + drink add-on.
- Spicy/global item + dairy cool-off.
- Breakfast set + coffee bundle.
For prepared case ideas, see Prepared Foods That Sell.
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FAQs
How do I avoid the “picked-over” look?
Keep a ⅔ visual fullness, front and face daily, and expand facings on your top 2 SKUs.
What if I only have one door?
Run the 9-SKU set (4 meals, 3 snacks, 2 desserts) and rotate one spicy/global item monthly.