High-Capacity Kitchen Must-Haves for the Holiday Rush
The holidays are just around the corner, and as a commercial chef, you know that it's essential to have high-capacity equipment in your kitchen to keep up with demand. Here are our choices for the best high-capacity kitchen equipment for the holidays.
Holiday Rush Equipment Checklist
- Stand Mixer
- Food Processor
- Oven
- Refrigeration
- Ice Machine
- Floor Fryer
- Chafing Dishes
- Sous Vide Immersion Circulator
Commercial Stand Mixer
A commercial stand mixer is a must-have for any busy kitchen during the holiday rush. With a powerful motor and large mixing bowl, you can whip up large batches of dough, batter, and more in no time.
We recommend the KitchenAid KSM8990WH Commercial Stand Mixer. With a powerful 1.3 horsepower motor, 8 quarts of mixing capacity, and 10 different setting speeds, you'll be able to make large batches quickly with ease. Its power, durability, and ease of use make it one of the best commercial countertop mixers with high capacity to have in your kitchen during the holidays.
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Commercial Food Processor
A commercial food processor can help you quickly chop, slice, and shred large quantities of food. With its powerful motor and large capacity, it can save you a lot of time and effort during the busy holiday season.
We recommend the Robot Coupe R2N CLR Commercial Food Processor, 3 qt. With its 1 HP motor, large 16 square inch feed tube, and generous 3-quart capacity, you can make holiday food prep a breeze! This commercial food processor's capabilities in chopping, fine mincing, emulsions, grinding, and kneading, makes it a great choice for high-capacity preparation.
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Commercial Oven
A commercial oven is another must-have for any commercial kitchen. With its large capacity and powerful heating elements, you can cook multiple dishes at once, saving you precious time during the holiday rush.
We recommend the Vulcan SG44 SG Series Convection Oven. You'll bake twice as much with it's 60,000 BTU's per section double-stack convection ovens! And with 16 oven racks, you'll be able to handle any holiday rush. This convection oven's large capacity, baking flexibility, and durability make it a perfect choice for high-capacity equipment during the holidays.
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Commercial Refrigeration
A reliable and spacious refrigerator is a must-have for any commercial kitchen. With its large capacity and adjustable temperature controls, you can keep all of your ingredients fresh and ready to use during the busy holiday season.
We recommend the Kintera KBM3R / 919602 Reach-In Refrigerator. This three-section reach-in with a 72 cubic feet capacity is made of stainless steel, allowing it to withstand any holiday rush. Kintera Foodservice Equipment is the best option for restaurant managers who want low prices on top-quality restaurant equipment.
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Commercial Ice Machine
An ice machine is essential for any restaurant or commercial kitchen. With a large capacity and fast production time, you can keep your drinks cold and refreshing all day long during the holiday rush.
We recommend the Kintera KUH360 Ice Maker w/ Bin. This Kintera Ice Maker and Bin produces up to 362 pounds of half-cubed ice in 24 hours with a 108-pound storage capacity. Made with 304 Stainless Steel, this Kintera Ice Machine will power through any busy day.
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Commercial Floor Fryer
A large floor fryer is perfect for preparing a holiday favorites like turkey, ham, or chicken quickly and efficiently. With a fryer's powerful heating elements and large capacity, you can have a juicy holiday dinner ready in no time.
We recommend the Kintera KF-4N / 919596 Tube Fryer. This commercial floor fryer is ideal for those wanting perfect frying results with a limited budget. With a 120,000 BTU, large 50-pound capacity, and measuring at 53-1/5 inches tall by 15-1/2 inches wide by 30-3/10 inches deep, this Kintera Gas Fryer will overcome the busiest of rushes.
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Commercial Food Warmer
A food warmer is a handy tool for keeping your soups, gravies, or sauces at the perfect temperature throughout your holiday meal service. With a large capacity and easy-to-use controls, you can keep your food warm and ready to serve all day long.
We recommend the Vollrath 74110110 Mirage Induction Rethermalizer. This innovative commercial food warmer is built to withstand a busy kitchen's demands. Save time and energy with its unique features like the Stir Indicator LED, preset digital controls on popular meals, and no water required!
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Chafing Dishes
Chafing dishes are perfect for keeping your meals and appetizers at the perfect temperature during your holiday meal service. With a large capacity and endless chafing dish fuel, you can keep your food warm and ready to serve all day long.
We recommend this Full Size Stainless Steel Chafing Dish. This stainless steel chafer creates a timeless, attractive look making it perfect for the holidays. With a full-size capacity of 8 quarts, it can overcome the busiest of meal services.
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Sous Vide Immersion Circulator
A sous vide cooker is perfect for preparing consistently delicious dishes quickly and easily. With precise temperature controls and a large container, you can cook large quantities of food to perfection every time.
We recommend the Waring WSV16 Sous Vide Circulating Water Bath. This all-in-one sous vide cooker has a 16 liter (or 4.2 gallon) capacity and a wide 95°F-194°F temperature range. Getting through any rush will be simple with 5 programmable memory stations and a 99-hour timer to prepare days ahead.
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Having the right equipment and supplies in your commercial kitchen is essential for keeping up with the demands of the holiday rush. From high-capacity equipment to holiday-specific must-haves, we have plenty of products available to help you prepare for the busy season.
Chefs' Toys has the quality commercial kitchen equipment and supplies you'll need for the holidays, and anytime of the year! Shop now or speak with an expert.
