What Commercial Grade Kitchen Accessories Will You Need For Your New Catering Service?

The logistics involved with starting up a catering service in Baton Rouge can seem daunting at first. One of the first things you'll do is plan what utensils, accessories, and equipment you will need for your new business. Here's how you can figure it out, so it doesn't completely steal your focus away from other aspects of your new business.

The kitchen accessories you require will depend on the nature of your catering business. No matter what type of cuisine you plan to serve, or the setting, your requirements aren't the same as anyone else's.

Don't assume you'll find ready-to-go packages of all the kitchen accessories you require. Instead, get an early start on writing down what you will need.

Know and list your needs early. Keep in mind this list isn't set in stone. As things change and you come closer to finding a location and a workflow, you'll likely see that you need to make some adjustments.

No matter what you have on your list, your actual space and kitchen can cause you to choose different options. Once you have a location, look over your list and see if the things on it can fit.

At this point, you may need to reevaluate your needs. You can look at your list to see if there are things you can consolidate or eliminate. Your space may also reveal to you there are items you will need that aren't on your list.

Once you see the kitchen you'll use, you can also start to figure out your workflow. The way you plan your workflow can also help you choose the proper commercial kitchen accessories.

For example, you may notice the ingredients cabinet you want can only sit in an out-of-the-way area of your kitchen. It will require you to take extra steps just to get the things you need to prepare your dishes. That can slow you down, become an annoyance, or make your prep inefficient.

You may find a smaller cabinet or one attached to another appliance will work better. Figure out how you want to approach your workflow, then figure out which items on your list can help or hinder that plan.

Catering isn't all about what goes on in the kitchen; it's just as important to consider those you will serve. Choosing the proper serving tools will depend entirely on who you're serving, and how. You will need the right equipment, containers, settings, and other things to facilitate the serving aspect of your catering business.

You will also have to decide if you're going for function or if you're trying to make a statement. There's nothing wrong with going with elegant dishes and utensils. Just remember to look for strong and sturdy serving equipment that can stand up to heavy use.  

No matter what, your budget will play the most significant role when it comes to choosing your commercial grade kitchen appliances and tools. You may have to sacrifice some of the things on your list in order to get your new business up and producing as soon as possible.

One thing that can help you in every way is to use a single source for all your commercial kitchen equipment needs. At Chandler's Parts and Service in Baton Rouge, we have everything you need to get your catering business up and running immediately.

Our catalog of commercial kitchen equipment contains everything you will need for every aspect of your business. Contact us today to learn more about our products and services.