The Ultra Spec Series is Victory’s top-of-the-line series of refrigerators. Recently it’s gotten even better with an extensive list of added capabilities, layouts, and features. Victory has added warm holding capabilities to the Ultra Spec line. Additionally, units are available with dual zone temperature controls for hot and cold holding or for more specialty purposes like keeping red and white wine appropriately cooled. The Ultra Spec Series comes standard with the V-TEMP™ Electronic Control System which provides operators the ability to monitor each unit’s performance in real time. This is especially helpful in situations where food safety risks come into play due to the unit becoming too warm or too cold. The V-TEMP™ Electronic Control System reports how the unit’s temperature changed, when it changed, and for how long.
The Reflections Solid Top units are ideal for use as worktops, for plating and for sandwich and salad preparation. This unit can also be used as a counter for other serving and merchandising needs.
The design allows it to be used in a cafeteria or buffet line-up, choosing the options and accessories that you need. All Reflections units are compatible and will interlock with other Reflections units.
STANDARD FEATURES
Seamless, molded FRP body with smooth exterior and rounded corners
14-gauge stainless steel top with fully welded square turndowns on all sides
Enclosed base
Underbracing for heavier loads
4” diameter swivel plate casters with brakes
Interlocking mechanism is provided to interlock with other Reflections units
The Dinex Hydration Cart features is a fully customizable mobile cart that allows for the delivery of hydration and nutrition products to patients and residence at all times of the day. Some of its many features are:
• Full stainless steel construction ensures long-term durability and cleanability
• Customizable to each operation’s needs and requirements
• 6″ Performa Quiet Casters provide a cart that is easy to maneuver over all flooring types
• The Marine edge around the top prevents any spills from dripping down the side of the cart and onto the floor
• Standard condiment shelf allows for the easy transport of support items
• Standard slide out shelves can accommodate glass racks as well as Coldmaster® Coldpans
• Standard push handle located on right side of unit only, as shown
• Optional drop down shelf can only be located on the left side of the unit, as shown
Catering is a growing segment of the Foodservice Industry and requires unique processes, skills, and equipment. Below are a variety of tips and guidelines for better catering.
Initial Client Meeting
It’s important to know as much as you can about your client, so plan an initial meeting to learn more about their likes, dislikes, and expectations. It will help you create a more personalized and memorable event.
During the meeting, have your client sample dishes that you recommend. Provide photos with presentation options. Watch their reaction and listen to their feedback. You should come away from this meeting with a better understanding of what your client wants for their event and how to deliver it.
Before cooking …
Take stock of your kitchen equipment and supplies. Catering kitchens may be similar to other commercial kitchens, but some pieces of equipment are especially important for a caterer.
Blast Chillers
Freeze time is crucial in catering. Blast chillers allow you to prepare more complex menu items in advance, at the most convenient time, and then freeze them quickly. When blast chilled, meals are ready to prepare and serve as if just created. Blast chillers maximize food quality and help minimize food safety risks.
Thermometers Having accurate food thermometers in the pocket of every catering staff member during an event is crucial. Properly calibrated thermometers provide staff the ability to monitor food temperatures closely and make sure food temperatures stay out of the danger zone.
Hot Plates and Warmers Presentation is very important. It can be the difference between a good meal and a great one. There are a wide variety of products that can help you present dishes in a creative and interesting way, without sacrificing food safety or quality.
Holding Cabinets & Banquet Carts Maintaining food temperature and quality, while transporting food from kitchen to venue, is a challenge that caterers face every day. Holding cabinets and banquet carts are available in many shapes and sizes, and many are designed specifically for safe and successful food transport.
Plan The Event
Once the groundwork has been taken care of, it’s time to plan the event. Set up timelines, carefully scheduling pre-event meetings and tasks. The following guidelines may help.
Perform a site inspection in advance. Determine what facilities will be used and what is available.
Use an inventory list. Create an inventory list of all items you will be transporting to the venue. You’ll need it after the event is over to make sure you’ve repacked everything that needs to be transported back home. This helps you avoid loss of equipment and supplies.
Calculate costs. When calculating event costs, make sure to categorize costs (e.g., food, labor, equipment, and facility).
Assemble your staff in advance. Discuss an un-priced copy of the function sheet. Assign duties, describe the party theme, and create an expectation of performance. Distribute a checklist to each department.
Schedule deliveries. Make sure supplies are ordered in advance to avoid surprises, especially if you need a hard-to-find specialty item.
Keep food trays fresh and supplies well stocked. Prepare spare or backup trays, and hold them in a cooler. Never prepare trays at the table.
Ventless Heat Recover Hood Option – removes heat and water vapor at the end of the cycle while recovering the normally exhausted heat and transferring it to the booster.
Standard Features
ENERGY STAR® Qualified
New Exclusive built-in booster for both 40° and 70° rise
New Exclusive field convertible from single to three phase OR from straight thru to corner operation
Rinse Sentry – ensures 180°F final rinse
Auto start – starts unit when hood is closed
Single point connection
High efficiency 1 Hp pump
53 racks per hour
Self draining pump
Automatic tank fill
Detergent/chemical connections
Interchangeable upper and lower arm
Automatic drain valve – drains tank when power is off
The Delta 1200 cleans 1200 glasses per hour on a composite carousel conveyor that prevents chipping and other damage to your glassware. Its many features include a 12″ clearance that accommodates taller glasses, mugs and stemware, as well as all stainless steel construction of wash arms, rinse arms and manifold. Other standard features include built-in chemical pumps and priming switches, onboard chemical storage, easy to remove stainless steel scrap screen and adjustable rinse control for flexible sanitizing methods.
A list of the features that the Delta 1200 has are:
A rotary-type glasswasher
12″ clearance allows cleaning of taller stemware, glasses and mugs
Cleans 1200 glasses per hour
Composite carousel conveyor prevents chipping and damage to glassware
Adjustable rinse control allows hot- or cold-water final rinses for flexible sanitizing methods
Low water protectors for pump and wash heating element
Single-switch, auto-fill operation
All stainless steel construction wash arms, rinse arms and manifold
Quick-removal side panel allow tool-free access to vacuum breakers for ease of service
Easy access to remove scrap screen
Simplified front access to all controls and chemical settings
Convenient, expanded chemical storage inside machine
Built-in precision chemical pumps and priming switches
Easy access scrap screens
Double-walled cabinet for quiet operation and reduced heat loss
The Rubbermaid Commercial HYGEN Clean Water System is a simple step toward sustainability. It conserves water and limits the amount of detergents emptied back into the environment.
It consists of a heavy-duty mop bucket that can filter and reuse the same container of water again and again. When the mop water gets dirty, simply tilt the bucket 90 degrees. The dirty water transfers to a filtering chamber. Tilt the bucket upright again, and in a few minutes, clean filtered water passes back into the mop chamber. Both water and detergent are conserved.
The Rubbermaid double-sided micro mop heads clean floors faster and more effectively than a string mop. They are proven to remove 99.9% of microorganisms and remain durable through 1000 launderings. The HYGEN double roller wringer is adjustable to control the dampness of the mop, and it has special scrubbers inside to remove more dirt from the mop head.
The HYGEN system has been well tested since its first introduction a few years ago. Rubbermaid Commercial did a complete study at Butler University in Indianapolis. The system saved Butler 50% in time and productivity, 6000 gallons of water, and $6000 in labor costs over a 1-year period.
The Rubbermaid HYGEN clean water system is a simple step toward sustainability that any operator can implement immediately. Rubbermaid offers ongoing training and support programs and has a “Return On Investment Calculator” for measuring performance.
The Hamilton Beach Food Blender 990-220 will take care of your blending needs by combining dependability, power, and features that will make blending some of the toughest foods easy. Take a look at a few of the differences that it provides:
Dependability: Provides enough power and durability to handle the professional demands of hotels, bars, restaurants, hospitals, and nursing homes.
Two Speed Power: Two speed versatility with pulse option provides precision blending, mixing, chopping — even pureeing of hot and cold items.
Durable Stainless Steel Blades: Four stainless steel cutting and mixing blades ensure quick, thorough blending. Special accessory is included for easy blade unit removal.
4 L Stainless Steel Container: Durable stainless steel container features dual metal clamps and handles for extra security during and after blending — clamps hold lid tightly shut; two handles make container easier to grasp and remove from base. A heavy-duty rubber gasket around the lid prevents leakage during usage.
Easy to Service: Parts and accessories, like our flexible, easy-to-change neoprene clutch assembly, are available for your convenience–a service designed to increase motor life.
Unique Features:
3-Wire Grounded Plug: Designed with safety in mind.
Sure Grip Feet: Prevents skidding—won’t mar countertops.
Self-Aligning Collar: Container easily fits into place.
SmartWall is a storage and workstation system for underutilized or empty walls. More than just shelving, it features innovative and easy-to-install wall mounting options, epoxy coated steel construction, and dozens of accessories designed to conveniently hold, hang, or support just about anything you need to store in your kitchen. It is available for light duty applications (e.g. plastic containers, condiments, and utensils) or medium duty applications (e.g. pots, pans, and sheet trays), and the units can support up to 250 lbs. or 400 lbs., respectively.
What makes SmartWall different from other wall shelving units? Erin Eddy, Regional Sales Manger for Metro’s Foodservice Division, said, “It can be completely customized to fit the space you have. You can buy components a la carte, in a range of sizes, to suit your needs. The upright brackets and wire grids allow you to expand or modify the system at will, adding shelves or accessories anytime. Most wall shelving comes in standard lengths in a box with a couple of brackets. That’s it. SmartWall is much more versatile.” The ability to customize and expand SmartWall is what really sets it apart.
Slip-and-fall accidents are a serious matter. Carlisle has a new product that can make your kitchen safer. SpillEater is an all-natural spill absorbent that is up to 58% faster than all other absorbents. Use SpillEater on any kind of spill, including food spills, chemical spills, fuel spills, or even bodily fluid spills. SpillEater naturally biodegrades petroleum oils, suppresses odors, and leaves no slippery residue. Made of plant fiber, it is an environmentally friendly, EPA compliant, and USDA certified, bio-based product that can be discarded in normal trash receptacles once used.
Carlisle’s SpillEater is perfect for foodservice establishments, and can be easily added to any kitchen. SpillEater is available in 2 lb. cartons or 20 lbs. pails. Carlisle offers a wall mounted Spill Station Kit that includes two cartons of SpillEater, a dustpan, and a broom. They also offer a Portable Kit that comes with a rolling spill station, dustpan, and squeegee-broom. A 4-foot SpillEater sock contains and absorbs spills by encircling them. All of these provide a ready access solution when spills occur.
The Center for Disease Control & Prevention and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, slip-and-fall injuries cost employers approximately $40,000 per incident on average. While not all slip-and-fall injuries are directly related to spills, commercial kitchens are, by their nature, predisposed to such accidents. Make your kitchen safer with SpillEater.
STANDARD FEATURES
The Rubbermaid double-sided micro mop heads clean floors faster and more effectively than a string mop. They are proven to remove 99.9% of microorganisms and remain durable through 1000 launderings. The HYGEN double roller wringer is adjustable to control the dampness of the mop, and it has special scrubbers inside to remove more dirt from the mop head.
