Top 10 space-saving catering equipment

In the restaurant business and catering industry, there is a wide variety of catering equipment, appliances, and food that enters and leaves the commercial kitchen on a daily basis. Not surprisingly, space can become an issue. Here are the top 10 space-saving catering equipment.

1. Dish racks. A dish rack, especially one that is movable, is a very useful item to have in the kitchen. You can place it on the kitchen door to receive all the dishes that come back from customers and once full it can be put in the dishwasher for cleaning. Keeps dinnerware off kitchen surfaces and tucks it away in a corner.
2. dolly plate Turntable dollies have a divider that is sometimes adjustable. It allows you to fit stacks of plates and trays on this nifty unit while being able to easily move it from one area to another with its casters.
3. Freeza box. This is a handy unit that allows you to separate food in the freezer. For example, you might have a box full of vegetables that you can easily take out of the freezer or fridge. At the same time, you can quickly wash the vegetables in the box.
4. Glass box. The glass boxes are fully stackable and have a capacity for 30 glasses. Each glass is separated from the next, making it ideal for transporting it from one place to another.
5. Portable ice cart. This is ideal for functions where you need ice storage, as well as easy distribution of ice from one table to the next. Look for an insulated ice cart that will keep the temperature cold.
6. Ingredient containers. This is the ideal way to store bulk ingredients. Instead of having lots of small jars or boxes of ingredients, pour all the packets of the same ingredient into one ingredient container. This will save space and be easier to control.
7. Storage containers. Storage containers usually come in different sizes and are stackable. It is a great way to store food. You can color code the containers through the lids or label them for better food management.
8. Shelving systems. If you don’t have more storage space in your closets, you can install shelves on the walls. Corner shelving is quite popular, while single shelves are also frequently used. You can store pots, pans and other catering equipment on these shelves.
9. Isolated food servers. This is ideal for transporting or moving prepared foods. Arrange food in containers and place on an insulated food server. You will remain hot (or cold) inside this unit. This storage solution allows you to comfortably travel to the venue.
10. Work tables. Work tables with two or more shelves below the work surface make for a convenient work station. While you are preparing the food, you can have all the small catering equipment and groceries on the shelves below.