Plan by operation

Commercial Kitchen Applications

Choose an application to explore the equipment and work areas commonly involved in that type of foodservice operation. Use the pages below to start a practical project shortlist, then confirm models, dimensions, utilities and quantities against your site requirements.

Application directory

Find the right starting point

Each operation has a different mix of preparation, washing, storage, refrigeration, cooking and service needs. Select the closest match to your project.

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01Foodservice

Restaurant Kitchens

Coordinate preparation, washing, cooking, refrigeration and service around the kitchen layout and menu.

Explore restaurant kitchens
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02Hospitality

Hotels & Banquet Kitchens

Review back-of-house equipment for daily hotel dining, banquet preparation, buffet service and event workflows.

Explore hotel kitchens
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03Production

Central Kitchens

Plan connected work areas for batch preparation, washing, cold storage, dry storage and dispatch.

Explore central kitchens
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04Canteens

School & Staff Canteens

Organize food preparation, holding and serving around meal periods, menu needs and available space.

Explore canteen equipment
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05Food production

Food Processing

Review work surfaces, washing points, ingredient storage and refrigeration for food preparation areas.

Explore food processing
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06Service

Buffet & Food Service

Compare display, serving and holding equipment for buffet lines, counters and self-service arrangements.

Explore buffet equipment
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07Bakery & café

Bakeries & Cafes

Plan preparation benches, ingredient storage, refrigeration and customer-facing display for bakery and café service.

Explore bakery & café equipment
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08Quick service

Fast Food & Chain Restaurants

Build a repeatable equipment list around menu stations, preparation tasks, storage and service flow.

Explore quick-service kitchens
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09Healthcare

Hospital & Healthcare Kitchens

Map preparation, washing, storage and meal service equipment to the facility’s operating plan and space.

Explore healthcare kitchens
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10Retail food

Supermarkets

Review refrigeration, food display, preparation and service equipment for in-store food departments.

Explore supermarket equipment
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11Retail food

Convenience Stores

Consider compact equipment for chilled storage, food display, preparation and customer service areas.

Explore convenience store equipment
Commercial stainless steel wall-mounted GN pan shelf for hot pot ingredient preparation
12Restaurant

Hot Pot, BBQ & Skewer Restaurants

Coordinate ingredient preparation, chilled display, washing and kitchen support with the service format.

Explore hot pot & BBQ equipment

Project scenarios

Equipment priorities by kitchen type

Use these source-site planning notes to shape an initial equipment list. Final combinations depend on the menu, workflow, space and project requirements.

APPLICATION 01

Restaurant Kitchen

Plan washing, preparation, cooking and temporary storage around the kitchen layout and menu. Compact zoning, cleanable surfaces and daily workflow are key considerations.

Buyer focus
  • Sink bowl quantity and drainboard direction
  • Work table size and backsplash requirement
  • Daily output and available kitchen space

APPLICATION 02

Hotel & Banquet Kitchen

Review equipment for banquet preparation, buffet service, washing and back-of-house storage. Project coordination matters across the kitchen and service areas.

Planning points
  • Banquet preparation and washing areas
  • Hot food service and buffet support
  • Storage and back-kitchen circulation

APPLICATION 03

Central Kitchen

Central kitchens and chain catering facilities often need standardized stainless steel equipment for repeated daily use, planned around maintenance and process flow.

Quotation focus
  • Layout drawings and process route
  • Material grade and thickness requirement
  • Project quantity and delivery schedule

APPLICATION 04

School & Staff Canteen

Organize practical service lines and dining support around meal periods, available space, expected quantities and daily maintenance needs.

Suitable equipment
  • Bain marie and serving counters
  • Dining tables and chairs
  • Commercial sinks and storage racks

APPLICATION 05

Food Processing & Preparation

Use cleanable work surfaces and a practical flow for washing, cutting and temporary storage. Match support equipment to the processing task and hygiene requirements.

Inquiry focus
  • Processing type and hygiene requirement
  • Table size, sink depth and storage form
  • Expected output and installation space

APPLICATION 06

Supermarket, Buffet & Display

Combine refrigeration, serving and presentation equipment to suit the food display, visibility and front-of-house requirements.

Recommended categories
  • Display and cake cabinets
  • Cold dish cabinets and wine cabinets
  • Bain marie and service counters

Equipment by work area

Map the equipment to the kitchen workflow

Use the work area as a practical checklist when reviewing a layout and product mix.

Washing areaSingle and double sinks, drainboard sinks, sink cabinets and hand wash sinks.
Preparation areaWork tables, cabinets, overshelves, cutting tables and auxiliary prep equipment.
Cold storageCake and cold dish cabinets, display refrigerators and refrigerated workstations.
Serving areaBain marie units, serving counters, food warmers and buffet equipment.
Ventilation areaCommercial exhaust hoods, wall mounted hoods, filters and ventilation accessories.
Storage areaShelving racks, wall shelves, storage cabinets, GN pan shelves and utility racks.

Quotation checklist

Include the details for a useful quotation

Send the information already available. Mark open questions for follow-up; confirm final specifications against the project.

01 / ApplicationRestaurant, hotel, central kitchen, canteen, food processing or display area.
02 / ProductCategory and model, where selected, plus the required equipment type.
03 / Size & materialDimensions, bowl size, thickness and SUS201 or SUS304 requirement.
04 / Quantity & destinationOrder quantity, destination port and preferred delivery time.

Project planning

Turn the operation into an equipment list

Start with the tasks each area needs to handle. A clear layout, approximate equipment list and operating details make it easier to review relevant categories.

01 / DEFINEKitchen type, menu and service format
02 / MAPWork zones, layout and available space
03 / SPECIFYEquipment, quantities and utilities
04 / REVIEWDestination, timing and open questions

Need help with a mixed equipment list?

Share the project details you already have

You can begin with the kitchen type, equipment names, approximate quantities, available voltage and frequency for powered units, and delivery destination. Unconfirmed items can be noted for follow-up.