When running a restaurant, you want to be sure you purchase the right equipment for all of your needs including the proper commercial oven. Knowing which oven is right for you however is the first thing to understand prior to making your purchase. Below are various ovens you need to consider purchasing for your commercial kitchen needs.
Convection Oven
A convection oven creates an even temperature by using internal fans that circulate hot air. Convection ovens cook food faster and are typically more expensive than standard or radiant ovens, but can cook at a lower temperature and often with superior results. The fan inside a convection oven ensures that the same temperature is being applied to the top and bottom of the food being prepared. Convection ovens are also called turbo or fan ovens.
Pizza Oven
A pizza oven is simply an oven that primarily cooks pizza. Restaurants focusing heavily on pizza often times invest in a pizza oven and can advertise the capabilities of an oven that is used solely for cooking pizza.
Deck Oven
Commercial kitchens typically need multiple ovens to meet the demand of their customer volume. Deck ovens are designed to have one or more baking chambers which allow large volumes of food to be cooked at once. Deck ovens come in three types including:
- Cycolthermic
- Steam Tube
- Thermal Oil
Microwave Oven
A microwave oven is something we are all familiar with and is probably a product we all have in our homes. Commercial microwave ovens however allow for larger portions to be instantly heated. Manufacturers make large microwave ovens specifically for commercial kitchen use which come in handy when food needs to be heated quickly.
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Garland LP Gas Convection Oven
Restaurants looking to purchase a commercial refrigerator have a few things to consider. Size of the refrigerator, cost and daily use of the commercial refrigerator should all be considered prior to making the purchase. Below are some tips for restaurant and business owners looking to purchase a commercial refrigerator.
The first thing you should consider is price. Don’t settle for a used or “cheap” commercial refrigerator. Although this purchase can save you money early on, it could come back to cost you significantly over the long haul. Used commercial refrigerators are often dated and don’t enjoy all the attributes technology has afforded. This can lead to the refrigerator using more energy thus forcing you pay higher energy bills. And used commercial kitchen equipment sometimes has to be replaced sooner rather than later.
The next thing you should consider is size. Because not all restaurants experience the same type of customer volume, a smaller refrigerator may make more sense than a larger one if you are a restaurant who doesn’t experience heavy volume. Be realistic about the amount of business your restaurant does prior to making your refrigerator purchase.
Lastly, think about what your refrigerator should look like. Sure, stainless steel kitchen products are easy to clean, but it may make more sense to have a refrigerator with a glass front. This will allow your staff to view the products inside the refrigerator without the need of always having to open it. Again, this is another clever way of cutting energy costs.
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True One Section Refrigerator
Restaurants of all sizes need suitable commercial kitchen equipment in order to properly serve their customers. Kitchens need to be able to produce quality food in a timely fashion and often times purchasing the right commercial kitchen equipment can mean the difference. But keep in mind that not all kitchen needs are the same. Some things you should consider when purchasing commercial kitchen equipment include the following.
Know who you are
Having multiple high volume slicing machines may make sense for a sandwich shop, but may not make much sense for a Mexican restaurant. Make wise decision on the equipment you purchase based on volume and priority.
Keep it clean
Stainless steel equipment such as commercial refrigerators, work tables and manual slicers are smart investments due to the frequency in which they are used and their ability to be easily cleaned. Surfaces that often have food place directly on them are areas that need to be frequently (and properly) cleaned.
Consider your budget
Purchasing used or cheap commercial kitchen equipment isn’t always a wise investment. Technology has allowed kitchen equipment to be more energy efficient which can help save restaurants significant money over time. Used equipment may save you money early on, but will cost you over the longevity of the use of the equipment.
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The right table number stand at your event can serve both form and function. They can provide a sense of creative design while ensuring your guests receive the right food. Taking advantage of table number stands can help organize your wait staff and how they serve as well as help make your customers experience a positive one. Table number stands are ideal for the following:
- Restaurants
- Weddings
- Corporate Events
- Receptions
- Large Family Reunions
The sole purpose of table number stands is to make sure your guests receive the right food. Restaurants looking for repeat visitors want to be careful that every time a customer visits the restaurant, they leave with a positive experience. Your guests not getting the right food is an easy problem to avoid if you take advantage of decorative, yet effective card holders.
