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Kitchen Equipment
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Slicer | Used to slice foods into uniform sizes. |
| Bench Mixer | Used to mix or whip dough's and batters.It can be used to slice, chop, shred, or grate foods by using different attachments. |
| Food Processor | Used to grind, puree, emulsify, crush, and knead foods. |
| Table-Mounted Can Opener | |
| Blender | Can be used to blend and mix a variety of ingredients. They can also crush ice. |
| Commercial Juice | It separate the pulp from the juice automatically |
| Work Tables | Used in food production areas. Commonly used for food preparation. |
| Deep-Fat Fryer | Cooks food at a constant temperature, which is controlled by a thermostat |
| Open-Burner Range | |
| Griddle | |
| Flat-Top Range | |
| Microwave Oven | |
| Broiler | |
| Tilting Skillet | |
| Steamer | |
| Pressure Steamer | |
| Steam-Jacketed Kettle | |
| Trunnion Kettle | |
| Combination Steamer/Oven | |
| Deck Oven | |
| Convection Oven | |
| Salamander | |
| FlashBake Oven | |
| Steam Table | |
| Bain Marie | |
| Overhead Warmers | Used in the service area to keep foods hot until they are picked up by the serving staff and delivered to the customer. |
| Proofing/Holding Cabinet | Temperature and humidity levels are controlled inside the cabinet. |
| Insulated Carriers | Large boxes that can hold hotel pans and sheet pans filled with cooked food. |
| Chafing Dishes | Stainless Steel Used to keep food hot during service. |
| Canned Fuel | Used to keep food warm in chafing dishes.They are ignited and place beneath the chafing dish. |
| Coffee Systems | Can brew coffee and keep it warm during serving time. |
| Scoops | Used to measure equal amounts of food. |
| Airpot Brewing Systems | Used to make hot beverages such as coffee. They keep liquids hot for up to 10 hours. |
| Utility Carts | They are on wheels that allow them to be moved easily.Used to display or hold food, to bus tables, or to move heavy items. |
| Hotel Pans | Used to cook, serve and store food. They fit in steam tables and other holding equipment. |