When operating a commercial kitchen, you may feel your head spinning when considering all of the restaurant supplies you may need, from large and small appliances to the down to what cheese grater you need to buy.
Don't worry! This article will highlight all of the restaurant smallwares you may want to consider purchasing for your foodservice operation.
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Commercial Cookware
Cookware is a pretty broad topic. There are many different items to choose from, including pots, pans, bakeware, and accessories. When deciding what equipment to purchase, consider the size and shape of the pots and pans. Your restaurant equipment should accommodate the ingredients and utensils you need for your menu.
Most importantly, the quality of these commercial cookware matters. Some things to consider when choosing commercial cookware include the material it's made from, the size and shape of the pieces, and how well it handles heat. With the right commercial cookware, you'll be able to cook delicious meals that everyone will love!
Bar Supplies
A commercial bar is an excellent addition to any restaurant. It allows customers to order food and drinks while eating and provides another socializing area. Once your drinking establishment is in full swing, it's time to consider things that will make it run more efficiently, like rubber mats, bar condiment holders, hanging glass racks, and especially cleaning supplies.
Bartending Supplies
After setting up the physical bar, your bartenders will need essential items in stock like cocktail mixing cups, muddlers, corkscrews, and ice totes and buckets for the bar-backs. These items will help create a smoothly flowing bar for customers and your employees.
What do you need to run a pizza place?
Tools
If you're serving pizza, you're going to need the proper tools. Think about the things that could make your kitchen more organized, like pizza pan separators, dough boxes, racks as well as any pizza pan grippers or bubble poppers.
Bakeware Tools
Of course, you can’t cook pizza without the proper bakeware needs. These necessities include pizza pans (deep dish, wide rim, nesting, etc.), pizza stones, a perforated pizza screen, and serving trays and stands when the pizza reaches the customer. Also, are you delivering pizzas? If so, you will undoubtedly need pizza delivery bags for hot transportation.
Kitchen Cutlery
A good set of kitchen knives is a must for any restaurant. You'll need different knives for various tasks, such as chopping, slicing, and dicing. Here are some of the most important knives to have in your kitchen:
- Chef's Knife: This is probably the most important knife in your kitchen. It's great for chopping vegetables and meat.
- Paring Knife: This small knife is perfect for peeling fruits and vegetables or cutting small pieces of food.
- Bread Knife: A bread knife has a serrated edge that helps to cut through bread without squashing it.
- Cleaver: A cleaver is a large, heavy knife that's perfect for cutting through bones and joints. Your chefs will most likely prefer the types of knives they want to use, so have them in your purchase decision.
Other accessories like knife sharpeners or sharpening stones are suitable to purchase with your blades to keep them sharp and in use for a long time.
Commercial Kitchen Hand Tools
In addition to the knives, there are a variety of hand utensils that your chef will need for meal preparation. These hand tools include things like garlic presses, can openers, whisks, measuring cups, strainers, spoons, as well as tongs, and spatulas.
Allergen Safe Kitchen Tools
Graters
Whips
Tweezers
Butter Spreaders
Box Cutters
Bagel Slicers
Wooden Spoons
Egg Rings
Kitchen Spoons
Equipment Cleaning Brushes
Call Bells
Portion Spoons & Spoodles
Grill / Basting Covers
Grill / Basting Cover Parts
High Heat / High Temperature Utensils
Egg and Mushroom Slicers
Basters
Juice Extractors
Beer Tap Brushes and Plugs
Mandolines
Paddles
Pail Openers
Pasta Servers
Plastic Cling, Plastic Film, and Aluminum Foil Cutters & Holders
Skimmers
Steak and Bacon Weights
Utility & French Fry Scoops
Food Prep Brushes
Funnels
Garlic Presses
Spoon Rests
Pastry Meters
Funnel Strainer Stands
Wok Brushes
Dippers
Scrapers / Spatulas
Bowl and Bench Scrapers
Pie Servers
Turners
Commercial Meat Tenderizers
Grill Scrapers and Brushes
Potato Mashers
Metal Skewers and Stainless Steel Skewers
Bamboo Skewers and Wooden Skewers
Crepe Making Tools
Measuring Cups
Measuring Spoons
Truffle Shaver / Slicers
Marinade / Seasoning / Flavor Injectors
Catering & Elegant Food Presentation Needs
neglect the presentation if you operate a catering business or even a traditional restaurant. The display is even more critical if you're going for a more elegant or high-end look.
Chafing Dishes
A Chafing dish can come in electric and fuel varieties and are perfect for keeping meals warm at buffets or catered events. These food warmers are essential for businesses that need to keep already prepared food warm for extended periods. For example, if you are at a corporate event that serves food, you may see them presented in the chafing dishes that allow for guaranteed warm food and easy self-serve.
Chafer Accessories
The accessories accompanying the physical chafing dish include the dish stands, electric heaters, pans, and dish covers.
Signs and Easels
Whatever the foodservice operation you own, chances are, signage is going to be an integral part of your business. An example of this is as simple as a sign that says "Hot Pizza by the Slice" or something more creative and specific to your business. Easels are also great for holding these signs up so that people can see them from a distance.
Restaurant Food Storage
Even if you have the most amazing commercial refrigeration in the world, it doesn't mean your food isn't at risk of going bad. Storage containers are crucial to reducing food waste, saving you money. Airtight containers have many benefits and will help prevent rotting. However, if you need a container that is easily accessible, then try to go for stainless steel containers with loose lids.
Food Storage Drain Boxes
Food Storage Box Covers
Round Clear Food Storage Containers and Lids
Round Translucent Food Storage Containers and Lids
Round White Food Storage Containers and Lids
Square Clear Food Storage Containers and Lids
Square Translucent Food Storage Containers and Lids
Steam Table Food Pans - Standard Weight Stainless Steel
Steam Table Food Pans - Standard Weight Anti-Jam Stainless Steel
Steam Table Food Pans - Perforated Stainless Steel
Steam Table Food Pans - Non-Stick Stainless Steel
Slotted Covers for Stainless Steel Steam Table Pans
Hinged Covers for Stainless Steel Steam Table Pans
Dome Covers for Stainless Steel Steam Table Pans
Flexible Lids for Stainless Steel Steam Table Pans
Transport Covers for Stainless Steel Steam Table Pans
Rolltop Lids for Stainless Steel Steam Table Pans
Stainless Steel Deli Pans and Accessories
Stainless Steel Steam Table Water and Spillage Pans
Decorative Steam Table Food Pans
Stainless Steel Steam Table Pan False Bottoms
Stainless Steel Steam Table Adapter Plates
Stainless Steel Steam Table Pan Adapter Bars
Steam Table Pan Bands
Steam Table Pan Wire Grates
Stainless Steel Steam Table Food Pan and Cover Parts
Standard / Low Temperature Plastic Food Pans
Standard / Low Temperature Plastic Food Pan Lids
High Temperature Plastic Food Pans
High Temperature Plastic Food Pan Lids
Plastic Food Pan Drain Trays and False Bottoms
Plastic Food Pan Colander Pans
Steam Table Hot Well Covers
Resin Steam Table Adapter Plates
Disposable Aluminum Steam Table Pans and Lids
Aluminum Steam Table Adapter Plates
Basic Kitchen Essentials and Supplies
With so many moving pieces involved, a restaurant owner's job is never really done, and it's easy to forget about the little things. Some kitchen supplies that can help make a restaurant run smoother include plenty of cutting boards, thermometers, and timers. Stocking up on these will avoid many headaches and potential screw-ups in the kitchen moving forward.
Server Supplies & Accessories
To provide the best service possible, your team of servers needs to have access to the right tools and resources. Employee needs include items like pens for taking orders, guest checkbooks, notepads, and various serving trays or tray stands for larger parties.
Baking Smallwares
So far, we've talked about bakeware needed for traditional food operations and pizza preparation, but what if you own a bakery? While bakeries don't require the same commercial equipment as a full-service restaurant, they still need essential equipment like rolling pins, baking pans or mats, mixing bowls, cake decorating, and countertop baked goods displays for presentation.
Restaurant Textiles
Textiles will be an essential part of the everyday workflow in any foodservice operation. This category includes a wide selection of everything from aprons and hats to tablecloths and napkins. Be sure to purchase textiles that are easily washable and highly durable. Having a server addressing a wardrobe malfunction in the middle of service will undoubtedly lose you money.
Beverage Service Supplies
No food service operation is complete without a selection of beverage service supplies. Beverage service supplies include coffee makers, teapots, beverage dispensers, and cups. It's also essential to have the right accessories to make serving these drinks easy - like stirrers, straws, and napkins. And don't forget about coasters
Salad Bar Items
If you operate a restaurant that also offers a self-serve salad station, a few key smallwares are essential for running it smoothly. The small things include salad spoons, dressing dispensers, and plexiglass guards to prevent germs.
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