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A guide to the essential Equipment to run a Pizzeria

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An average of 350 slices of pizza is sold every second. The global pizza market is expected to hit $233.26 billion by 2023 with a CAGR of 10.17%, year on year from 2019 through 2023. Pizzas are one of the most popular fast foods across the world and the Australian pizza market is growing at a rapid pace. While having the right equipment is essential to run a pizzeria efficiently, we cannot overstate the fact that the most essential tool is, the hands of your chef. The range of equipment is there just to hasten up the process.       When you are planning to open a new pizzeria, one of the most important considerations will be the commercial kitchen equipment , particularly because of the financial aspect related to it. While the number and specific type of tools needed will naturally depend on the type of pizza you want to serve and the expected size of the business, ultimately you will find a proper oven, a mixer, one refrigeration unit and some essential ...

7 tips and tricks to clean commercial kitchen equipment

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Running a commercial kitchen is not easy. It is much more than just preparing tasty food and managing the customers. Proper hygiene and sanitation of the kitchen and the equipment are an essential daily chore required to run the business efficiently. Apart from cleaning the appliances and the countertops, routine professional clean-up of the fridges, hoods, and freezers is also necessary. Regular and proper maintenance of the commercial kitchen equipment is not only essential for hygiene but also to ensure better functionality of the tools and a longer lifespan. As we all know it, regular cleaning is the first and most important step of maintenance. But improper cleaning can take a serious toll on the performance and longevity of the equipment. So, while we suggest professional services for some of the bigger kitchen equipage like the hoods and freezers, you can maintain most of the other tools without any professional help. Here are the 7 best tips and tricks that will save you ...

Equipment you need to run a small commercial kitchen

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For any restaurant startup, the cost of commercial kitchen equipment is one of the biggest and necessary investments. The equipment needed in a small kitchen will vary depending on the type of food it serves. The requirement for a full-course restaurant will be naturally different from a coffee and snack joint. However, some equipages are just necessary for every commercial cooking unit while depending on the need, the specifications of the tools might vary. Irrespective of the size, it is always suggested to spend on good quality commercial kitchen tools.   For a startup, this might add up to the costs, but it is an essential investment to launch your business aimed at success. Quality tools bring efficiency to cooking which is essential to serve the delicious dishes without making your customers wait long. Every startup must work on a tight budget and that is only wise but cutting the expenses on the equipment, is not the way to go. You might try to keep your list short to st...

Stainless steel – the best alloy for commercial kitchen equipment

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Stainless steel is a generic term used to describe a range of steel types with higher resistance to corrosion. Steel is subject to quick corrosion owing to its core element, iron, which naturally occurs in combination with other elements. During manufacturing, all the impurities are artificially removed from iron, which makes steel more resilient than iron. But it is still prone to corrosion. Stainless steel is an alloy where elements like nickel, chromium, and molybdenum are added with iron to increase the natural resistance of the metal against corrosion. Chromium forms chromium oxide and it creates a protective barrier on the surface of the metal which prevents corrosion triggered by moisture and air. So, when you buy a stainless steel sink it serves you years without rust.   Now, depending on the percentage of the other metals mixed with iron, corrosion resistance and resilience varies considerably.      Why this alloy is the best for your kitchen? When it...

Selecting and Sizing Exhaust Hoods

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Canopies are one of the commercial kitchen equipment that most probably generates the maximum debates regarding the ‘best-fit’ for a commercial kitchen. The many variations of commercial exhaust hood canopy make the task even more complicated. The exhaust system of a commercial kitchen is a serious factor that needs proper planning and installation not only to meet the regulatory norms but also to ensure the proper functioning of the cookery and a hygienic environment for the kitchen staff. Selecting and sizing of commercial kitchen canopy depends on multiple factors. In this article, we will discuss these factors in detail, so that business owners can make the right choice depending on their requirements. This article will also help kitchen owners to understand the reasons that can affect the efficiency of canopies negatively. What makes kitchen exhaust complicated? The heat produced from the cooking equipment can be removed mostly by an exhaust fan because the hot air natura...

Common Commercial Refrigeration Problems and their Solutions

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Refrigerators play an important role in the smooth functioning of commercial food, catering, and hospitality businesses. Irrespective of the type of freezer you are using – a Commercial Glass Door Bar Fridge or a chest freezer, if the unit is not working efficiently, it can easily cause a strain on the total business process. However, refrigeration problems are not uncommon and interestingly, more often than you might think of, the problem can be resolved without the assistance of a professional. Here are some of the most common refrigeration issues and their solutions. The refrigerator is not turning on This is a problem, often related to the power supply system, rather than the freezer itself.   If your refrigerator unit is not turning on, first check if it is properly plugged in at a functional point of the right voltage and then switch it on again. If it still does not work, switch it off and check out for any splitting or fraying on the cord. In case, you are using an ...

5 gastronorm pans issues and their solutions

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Gastronorm pans, the standardized kitchenware extensively used in the food and hospitality industry, come with a bunch of flexibility that makes them ideal for commercial kitchens. As you might already know, Gastronorm is the European Standard used for measuring dimensions of movable kitchenware trays, pots, inserts, etc. The cooking pans with gastronorm size standardization are called the gastronorm pans. While commercial gastronorm pans play a vital role in any catering business, they come with their own share of problems. If you are running a commercial kitchen or catering business, proper knowledge of the different issues of gn pots is important. To help you out, here we have discussed the 5 most common gastronorm pan issues and how they can be resolved. This guide can be of help not only for quick fixes but also to make the right decision while buying the gn pans for your business. 1.        Problem - Leakage This is one of the most serious ...