Catering & Transportation
Vol. 1 2012
For the Foodservice Professional
Products, Articles & Tips Equipment & Supplies Portion Planning Guide And More ...
It All Starts In Your Kitchen ConvoChill The Delfield ConvoChill performs three refrigerated cycles: Soft Chill which brings delicate foods carefully down to 38°F, Hard Chill which brings dense, large sized foods down to 38°F and Shock Freeze which brings all food types down to 0°F. The chill cycles can be completed within 90 minutes and freezing cycles in 240 minutes. The Convochill units come standard with electronic controls time/temp display, status display, on-board printer, preset programming and defrost system. HACCP compliant. Model T-14D shown.
Convotherm Combi Ovens/Steamers
For banquets itʼs absolutely vital that high quality dishes be served simultaneously and at the correct temperature. Patented Advanced Closed System + 3 with “Crisp & Tasty” de-moisturizing feature automatically controls moisture levels during cooking based on the food cooked. Reduces cooking times and saves energy. EasyTouch™ controls are easily programmed for most frequently served foods. Self diagnostic system with full text message display. Model OES 6.10 Mini shown.
Cateraide™ Carriers
The first integrated solution for dispensing film/foil, dating labels and storing utensils. Standard features: • Adjustable dividers accommodate 12" to 18" rolls. • Dispenses dating labels in multiple sizes and configurations. • Mounts on any smooth surface with suction feet, or save space by mounting on wire shelving or on the wall using included brackets. • Interchangeable and replaceable safety blade or slide cutter reduces cut injuries. • NSF.
Exclusive automatic self-venting system keeps foods fresher, crisper and more appetizing. Tough, scratch-resistant polyethylene construction is easy to clean and maintain. Built-in seal eliminates gasket and keeps food hot or cold longer. Sleek contemporary appearance; ergonomically designed for easy loading, handling, stacking and storing. NSF. New MY400 End Loader holds up to six 2-1/2" food pans. Door removes easily for cleaning. Purchase caster kit to permanently affix casters to Cateraide, or use with MYCK dolly, which can attach to the bottom of the Cateraide with a threaded handle eliminating the need for straps to secure to a dolly.
Safety-T-Wrap™ Station 2
Catering Tips Planning Portions Appetizers Evening function with no dinner served: 10-15 pieces/person. These should be hearty appetizers.
TR Series Roll-In/Roll-Thru Refrigerators/Freezers (Spec Series) Roll-thru models feature front and rear swing doors, each with a heavy duty stainless steel ramp for roll-thru service. Accepts maximum rack height of 66". 89" high models accept maximum rack height of 72". 300 series stainless steel exterior, interior, top, bottom and back. Refrigerators hold 33°F to 38°F. Freezer holds -10°F (air off evaporator coil -20°F). Accepts roll-in rack (inboard caster) with maximum dimensions of 27"Wx29"Dx66"H. Model TR1FRI-1S shRZn.
Make sure you have reliable means to keep your hot food hot and your cold food cold.
C5™ T-Series Cabinets
Before Dinner: 3-5 pieces/person Before Lunch: 1-3 pieces/person. These can be lighter. (veggies or cheese)
Beverages 3-4 beverages/person (For lunch and dinner you could serve soda, beer, wine, mixed drinks, tea or lemon water.) Coffee—1 cup of coffee every 1.5 hours per person.
Lunch Each person should get a main entree (5 oz.), 2-3 sides (4 oz. each), bread or a starch and dessert.
Dinner Serve water with a lemon slice along with any other beverages. 5-7 oz. entree dish, 2-3 sides (4 oz. each), bread and soup or salad
Keeps food hot for 5 hours—Uses 50% less energy than leading fiberglass insulated cabinets! Unique features of Transport Armour™ make it the ideal solution for over-the-road applications. Stainless steel structure with foamed-in-place polyurethane insulation provides superior heat retention. Temperature stratification is 31/2 times better with Metroʼs mobile power option. Intelligent or Basic controls. Digital control option with mobile power gently circulates air in cabinet and provides temperature alerts while unplugged and in transit! Energy Star approved. Four sizes to choose from.
Perfect for your catering operation. 1,000 Watts. 120V. 60Hz. Single phase. NE-1054F Electronic keypad, 6 power levels, 10 programmable memory pads, 20-memory capability, 2- and 3-stage cooking NE-1064F Stainless steel cabinet and cavity, Electronic keypad, 6 power levels, 10 programmable memory pads, 20-memory capability, 2- and 3-stage cooking NE-1024F 6-minute dial timer, Model NE-1054F shown.
Dessert
Commercial Microwave Ovens
1 piece per person
Sani-Safe® Cutlery Beverage Guide Coffee/1 pound
50 one-cup servings
Punch/1 gallon
32 4-ounce servings
Soda/2 liter
11 6-ounce glasses 10 8-ounce glasses
Now in Purple Perfect for participation in cross-contamination food safety programs. A textured, slip-resistant, easy-to-clean polypropylene handle withstands both high and low temperatures. An impervious blade-to-handle seal provides the utmost in sanitary qualification. Stain-free, high-carbon steel blade, with an individually ground and honed edge. Knives are available in blue, green, red, tan, yellow, white and purple. Exciting multi-pack and point-of-purchase options are also available. Made in USA. Items marked with the NSF logo are NSF Certified.
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Maximize the potential of your sheet pans with translucent pan covers. Store and transport food without the risk of germs, dirt or dust touching food products. • Keeps contents fresh and sanitary. • Snap-on fit. • 3 convenient sizes to choose from. • Dishwasher safe polypropylene construction. Not for use in ovens or with hot pans. Full size with cover will fit in end-load rack. Fit is not air-tight. Models 90PSPCHF and 90PSPCFL shown.
Camservers Insulated Beverage Servers Keep beverages hot without heating fuel or electricity- no combustible or flammable materials to ignite. Fully insulated inner core and tight seal gaskets provide temperature maintenance. Interchangeable, decorative brass beverage plates included for an upscale appearance. Convenient refill cap opens with one hand. High spigot position easily fills glasses or carafes-no risers needed. Colors: Taupe, Black and Granite Grey.
Wash, store and transport—Allin-one! Closed system means glasses stay clean! Preassembled or custom built to fit your dishrack needs now and as they change. Universal 4-way tracking system drives Camracks through all washers from any side to offer greater speed. Unique closed wall design and protective splash guard preserve water and costly dishwashing solutions while thoroughly cleaning your dishes. Many sizes and variations available. New Camrack IceExpress Water Glass Filler makes quick work of a time-consuming banquet chore by enabling 25 glasses to be filled with ice simultaneously, rather than one at a time.
Camracks
Countertop Convection Ovens & Accessories
Sheet Pan Covers
The “Z-Frame” Rack Unique “Z-frame” support construction allows you to nest multiple racks together for compact storage. These ultra heavy duty, end-loading welded racks are truly remarkable. Made from type 6063-T5 ultra-strong aluminum. Ribbed slides for easier loading and unloading of pans. Includes 5" non-marking casters, 2 swivel and 2 swivel with brakes. 12 or 20 pan capacity models. 2013/16"x26"x70". 5-year guarantee against material defects and workmanship. Lifetime warranty against rust and corrosion. NSF.
Food Warmers
Small Footprint — Large Production! High performing countertop convection ovens are highly reliable and feature stainless steel exterior and interior. Optimum thermal insulation along with advanced airflow design provides uniform baking on all points of all pans! Model OV-013 shown.
Heavy duty stainless steel construction both inside and out for excellent durability. Available in both a square and round design and are fitted to accommodate most standard size pans. Maintains food temperature in excess of 140°F (the requirement for safe foodservice). Easy to clean. Square models available in 1200 and 1500 Watts and round model comes in 1200 Watts. NSF and UL approved. Models FW-1200W, FW-1200WR and FW-1500W shown.
Heavy-Duty Heated Transport Carts Built for rugged transport. Features insulated all stainless steel welded turned-in seam construction with wheel-ahead caster pattern for easy rolling over thresholds. Many sizes to choose from—half-size, full size and 2-door versions available. Models for 12"x20" pans, 18"x26" pans or models with universal slides for a combination of pan sizes. Universal model slides are adjustable on 13/4" increments with standard spacing at 31/2". Choose from 20 standard models. Model PH1830 shown.
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Make sure you keep a time/temperature log. Record your holding temperatures on your products every two hours. Cold foods should always be at 41°F or lower. Holding temperature of hot food should be at 140°F or higher after it has been cooked to the proper internal temperature.
Square Glass Beverage Dispensers Serve chilled, refreshing beverages from these stylish functional beverage dispensers. Choose from ice or infusion chamber models in 3 or 11/2 gallon capacities. Top of the line spigot will handle high pulp juices. Ice chambers should not be frozen, use crushed ice. Comes complete with Beverage Chamber, Ice or Infusion Chamber, Lid, Drip Tray and Spigot. Hand wash only. Spare parts available if needed.
Orion® Retractable Chafers
Understated elegance complements any buffet setting. Distinctive curves and profile create a style that accentuates any presentation from casual to fine dining. Chafers include food pan, water pan and fuel holder(s). Low profile styling with a 18/10 mirror stainless finish. Gravity activated cover switch changes chafer from 90° to a fully open position with the flip of a finger. Perforated cover helps reduce condensation and removes for easy cleaning. Also features a fuel holder and wind guard. Model 46520 shown.
Catering Tip Taste Testing. If requested, make a sample of each dish for your client to sample. Take pictures of each plate before they are presented to your client so they can later be recreated as they were first presented.
Easy Heat Chafing Fuel
The safer, less expensive alternative to jellied chafing fuels. An adjustable heat chafing fuel product for all chafing applications: Chafing dishes, urns, room service carts and coffee service. You control the flame size—standard, high or low. Can does not get hot, making it safer for your employees to handle and...no shipping, storage or insurance worries because this is a non-flammable fuel in a sealed container. Models EZ 6-3-8, EZ 4-2-5, EZ 2-1-3 shown.
Conduvection™ Serving Cart Refrigerate, retherm, hot hold, then serve. This high-tech mobile cart functions as an on-site refrigeration, retherm and heating system for bulk food and/or plated meals. It doubles as an attractive serving station anywhere you want to serve. Whatʼs more, this multi-purpose cart uses the unique Conduvection™ heating system, combining conduction and convection heating for unparalleled food quality.
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Glo-Ray® Designer Buffet Warmers Hatcoʼs Glo-Ray® Designer Buffet Warmers are designed to safely keep food at optimum serving temperatures. Combining state-of-the-art design with performance, these buffet warmers place the focus on the product while holding hot food safely at proper serving temperatures. The modern design is perfect for front-of-the-house use, with designer powdercoating that blends into any décor. Model GR2BW-30 shown.
Heated Black Glass Shelf The Heated Glass Shelf surface color is an elegant black, to add the right touch to any décor. Thermostatically-controlled heated ceramic glass surface helps hold your food hot and delicious at a surface temperature ranging from 100°F to 200°F. NSF approval allows you to place food product directly on the glass surface. The Heated Black Glass Shelf excels in pass-through areas, buffet lines and as a tempting hors dʼouevre display. Built-in models also available. Model HBG2418 shown with optional handles.
It's not too soon to plan for the upcoming outdoor catering season.
MagiCater Outdoor Fryer MagiCaterʼs new Outdoor Fryers come standard with a stainless steel cabinet and fry tank, two fry baskets per tank. Four (MCF14) and five (MCF18) tubes per tank positioned for easy cleaning. HIgh limit shut-off safely shuts off gas flow if fryer temperature exceeds high limit. Millivolt thermostat control adjusts from 200°F to 400°F. Ships fully assembled. CSA design certified, NSF. One year parts and labor warranty. Includes 14" Easy Roll Wheels and Swivel Casters, 40 lb. Lp Tank.
Petite Perfection
Entice your guests with G.E.T.ʼs new fun and flirty petite bowls and glasses! Create a tantalizing array of delectable treats that will make any palate water. Designed for sampling gourmet creations in petite portions. Invite your guests to try them all. Perfect for desserts, hors dʼoeuvres and other scrumptious foods. Elegantly crafted from dishwasher safe melamine and SAN plastic.
Heater® Chafing Frames
Conveniently heat and hold foods at the perfect temperature and save valuable transportation space with foldable chafer frame. A great serving solution for caterers who have limited storage and transportation options, the space saving design folds flat to just 13/4" thick when not is use. Available in three eye catching finishes to help you create a distinctive look at your next catered event! Matching dome covers sold separately.
Ice Storage & Transport Systems (ITS)
Proserve™ Insulated Carriers and Delivery Bags
ProServe™ Insulated Carriers keep food hot/cold safely for up to 4 hours. Four layers of thermal retention provide lightweight option for transporting food safely. ProServe™ Delivery Bags provide maximum thermal retention with no moisture and odor retention.
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“First ice in, first ice out” for fresher, cleaner delivered ice. Continuous ice turn over eliminates stale ice with off-taste and odor. Let gravity replace difficult, time-consuming scooping and shoveling of ice. Let wheels move large quantities of cube or flake ice safely and quickly to where itʼs needed. Eliminate dangerous, messy, unsanitary carrying of ice buckets. Follettʼs non-mechanical ITS (Ice Storage and Transport) design uses gravity to remove ice from the bin storage. Just open the shutter door and cube or flake ice flows into Follettʼs insulated, SmartCART™ 240. The ice-dedicated SmartCART™ 240 quickly and safely transports 240 lbs. of ice to where the ice is needed. Six optional Totes™ fit inside SmartCART™ to eliminate shoveling of ice from the cart and limit lifted weight to 25 lbs. Model ITS700 shown.
Catering Tips
Avoid Unwanted Surprises
List All Items Needed For A Job: Recheck that list for items you may have overlooked.
Keep Your Eye On Inventory: Donʼt use a lot of special items that you do not use in your business.
Calculate Your Costs: When calculating event prices, make sure you categorize your costs. i.e. a) food b) labor c) equipment and linen d) facility.
Prep Certain Foods Ahead Of Time: i.e. make toast rounds, blanch vegetables. Plan Your Work: Assemble your staff in advance and discuss an unpriced copy of the function sheet. This is your opportunity to assign duties, describe the party theme, and create an expectation of performance. Distribute a checklist to each department.
Note: Food markup can be calculated several ways, 3 x food cost will give you a 33% markup, 4 x food cost will give you 25%. Many restaurants find a happy medium between the two (usually 28%).
Use An Inventory List: Before the party have an inventory list of all items to be used. After the party, use this list to clean and repack to avoid loss.
Use A Contract and Get a Deposit. To eliminate as much miscommunication as possible between you and the customer, design a function sheet and contract. Have the customer sign the contract and share a copy with them. Changes can be made, just note them on the form and initial it. Donʼt leave anything to question. This form should include: Customer name, name of function, person responsible for payment, number of guests expected, date and time (beginning and ending), location, items and amounts to be served, equipment, smallwares and linens needed, labor needed (servers, carvers, bussers, bartenders, etc), labor hours contracted (ending time for party is important for this), party decor and person(s) responsible, cost of party, deposit required
Schedule Deliveries: Make sure supplies are ordered well in advance to avoid surprises, especially special items that are hard to find. Do A Site Inspection In Advance: Determine what facilities will be used and what is available to you. Keep Food Trays Fresh And Supplies Well Stocked: Prepare spare or backup trays and hold them in the cooler. Never prepare trays at the table. Confirm A Job Well Done: Follow up with your customer a couple of days after the party to make sure they are satisfied and get their permission to use them as a reference for future business. Employee Feedback: Encourage employees to give feedback on both good and not so good aspects of the process. Always work to improve yourself and your business, it pays big dividends.
The Soprano™ Collection Classic Italianate holloware collection made of 18/10 stainless with a long lasting mirror finish. Features a true gooseneck spout preferred for total accuracy in pouring. Argon welds insure against leaks. Covers have durable five knuckle hinges that allow the covers to open a full 180°, lying completely flat during washing. Hollow handles protect user from handling hot beverages.
Source: Groen/Unified Brands. For more information see their Culinary Collection at www.unifiedbrands.net
Erik Flatware Collection
Idol™ Chafer Collection
Erik—Named after a long list of Kings from Denmark. Its Danish modern design and unique tine (forming a crown) and bowl shape makes Erik a novel and sculptural form with perfect functionality. Made from the finest 18% chrome 10% nickel stainless which will protect your investment from staining associated with food acids and wash chemicals.
Glass lid lift top chafers and soup station that are banquet ready! Self closing, vented glass lid keeps food presentations from drying out. For added versatility the body, removed from the stand, can be used on an induction table. Magnetic, steel clad bottoms insure excellent heating. Model W19LGL shown.
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