The Libbey 989 038 Salad Fork is a commercial-grade, 7-inch utensil designed for high-volume foodservice operations, featuring durable 18/0 stainless steel construction. Part of the Quantum® and World® Collection, this salad fork provides a professional, restaurant-ready performance for cold dish service in busy restaurants, cafeterias, and buffet settings. Its precise engineering ensures consistent handling and presentation, while its corrosion-resistant material supports rigorous daily cleaning routines.
Top Libbey 989 038 Features
The Libbey 989 038 Salad Fork is engineered for durability and ease of use in demanding foodservice environments. Its stainless steel build offers corrosion and impact resistance, with a length of 7 inches optimized for standard salad portions. Designed for seamless integration into high-volume workflows, it provides reliable handling, effortless cleaning, and long-lasting performance, making it suitable for institutional dining, catering, and restaurant applications.
- Functionality: Precisely balanced for comfortable portion handling in busy kitchens
- Durability Traits: Constructed from 18/0 stainless steel resistant to impact and corrosion
- Ease of Maintenance: Dishwasher-safe and simple to clean without special tools
- Real-world Fit: Ideal for high-throughput salad service in commercial dining spaces
- Workflow Integration: Standard 7-inch size complements existing flatware and service utensils
Suitable for catering, banquet service, or institutional use requiring durable flatware.
Libbey 989 038 Technical Specs
This salad fork features a length of 7 inches and a width of 7 inches, with a weight of approximately 3.66 pounds per case of 36 units. Crafted from high-quality 18/0 stainless steel, it offers excellent resistance to impact and corrosion, ensuring longevity in demanding environments. The fork is compatible with standard commercial dishwasher cleaning cycles, supporting daily sanitation protocols. Its finish provides a sleek, professional appearance suitable for all types of foodservice establishments, from casual to fine dining. The material withstands typical operating temperatures and promotes consistent performance without warping or degradation, supporting high-volume use in busy kitchens.
- Dimension: 7 inches length, 7 inches width per piece
- Material: 18/0 stainless steel for durability and corrosion resistance
- Weight: 3.66 pounds per case of 36 units
- Finish: Polished exterior for a professional look
- Cleaning: Dishwasher-safe, compatible with commercial cleaning protocols
- Temperature Range: Operates safely within standard restaurant temperatures
- Certification: Prop 65 compliant for chemical safety
- Electrical or plumbing: Not applicable, designed for manual handling and cleaning
- Installation requirements: No special setup needed, standard for flatware storage
- Material safety: Food-grade stainless steel safe for repeated wash cycles
- Compatibility: Supports high-volume meal periods in cafeterias and institutional dining
- Maintenance: Easy to disassemble, dishwasher friendly for sanitation
What is a commercial salad fork
A commercial salad fork is a heavy-duty, foodservice-grade utensil designed for consistent, high-volume salad service. Made from durable stainless steel, it typically measures around 7 inches to facilitate manageable portioning and handling. This type of flatware is installed in restaurants, cafeterias, or catering setups where durability, sanitation, and ease of cleaning are essential, making the Libbey 989 038 Salad Fork ideal for mid- to large-volume operations requiring reliable performance and longevity.
Top salad forks for high-volume foodservice
Designed for medium-volume dining environments, the Libbey 989 038 Salad Fork offers robust construction, functional design, and long-term durability, supporting efficient operation in busy restaurant or institutional kitchens. The fork’s material and size are optimized for high-frequency use, making it suitable for streamlined salad service and bulk food handling in diverse hospitality settings.
- Operation Type — supporting high-volume salad and appetizer service
- Kitchen Setting — optimal for commercial restaurant and cafeteria environments
- Foodservice Category — ideal for institutional and catering operations
- Workload Qualifier — designed for moderate throughput and daily heavy use
- Use Case — supporting reliable, sanitation-compliant salad presentation
Why Choose Libbey 989 038
Libbey 989 038 Salad Fork distinguishes itself through its combination of durable 18/0 stainless steel construction, sleek professional design, and compatibility with high-volume dishware standards. Its seamless integration into busy kitchens improves workflow, sanitation, and service quality, outperforming typical flatware that may lack impact resistance or ease of cleaning in demanding foodservice environments.
- Offers a stainless steel design for longevity and easy maintenance compared to plastic alternatives
- Optimized for consistent, restaurant-ready presentation and handling
- Built for durability in high-throughput settings with impact and corrosion resistance
- Supports efficient operation in commercial dishwashing protocols, reducing turnaround time
- Matches standard 7-inch service size for seamless flatware collection compatibility
