Investing in your restaurant to ensure it is properly furnished and equipped is one of the most important early steps a new restaurant owner must undertake. New restaurant owners often feel overwhelmed when browsing the thousands of tools and equipment on the market. Today, the experts at Arctic Food Equipment will discuss the categories of restaurant supplies you must consider when preparing a new restaurant.
Production Equipment
Outfitting a new kitchen with the right production equipment is often your most substantial investment. Ovens, fryers, refrigeration, freezers, prep sinks, portion scales — the list goes on and on. Find a restaurant supplier you can trust and shop for versatile, efficient equipment to outfit your kitchen. You will also need to factor in small-scale items like pots, pans, spatulas, and can openers. Lastly, consider the preparation table with items like heat lamps, beverage systems, and utensil racks. Your production equipment makes up the majority of your kitchen supply investment and is crucial to your restaurant’s success.
Storage Equipment
Your restaurant’s refrigeration system is likely one of the biggest investments you’ll make. A walk-in refrigerator is your main storage area and is crucial to keeping your food fresh. Don’t skimp on costs in this area, it is important and will save you money on food costs and waste in the long run.
Tableware
Plan your tableware around the style of restaurant you are aiming for. If your restaurant is a sit-in dining experience — invest in quality plates, silverware, glasses, etc. You will also need disposable ware, regardless of the style of restaurant you are planning. In addition, you’ll need condiment containers, such as salt and pepper shakers or sauce bottles.
Cleaning
Every restaurant needs a dishwasher, cleaning supplies, and garbage disposal. Multi-compartment sinks and industrial dishwashers will make life easy for your staff and are well worth the investment for efficiency.
Bar Equipment
If your restaurant features a bar, the right equipment is a necessity. Cash registers, multi-compartment sinks, ice machines, beverage-dispensing systems, glasses, mixers, blenders, and bottle openers are just some of the items your bar will need to run smoothly.
Contact Arctic Food Equipment Today
Supplying a new restaurant is a complicated but necessary step. Trust a restaurant supplier that can get you the items you need at the best possible price. Arctic Food Equipment is Southwest Missouri’s most-trust restaurant supply and service company. Contact our team today at 417-221-3757 to learn more.
