Commercial Kitchen Equipment Names and Uses: A Plain-English Guide

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Understand the main equipment groups in a professional kitchen and how each supports a different work stage.

Cooking and baking equipment

Ranges, grills, griddles and fryers apply different cooking methods; ovens bake or roast using different heat patterns. Choose by menu, batch size and tasks that run together, not by name alone.

Refrigeration, ice and food holding

Refrigerators and freezers store ingredients, while prep counters keep selected ingredients close to the work surface. Ice makers produce ice, and holding equipment keeps prepared food ready for a defined service step. Their functions are related but not interchangeable.

Preparation, dishwashing and stainless steel

Mixers, slicers and processors perform specific preparation tasks. Dishwashers clean wares through a defined wash cycle; stainless steel sinks, tables and shelves support washing, preparation and storage. Review the matching category page for product types and enquire about availability.

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