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Microwaves – Invaluable Kitchen Equipment
Every sector of the catering market is using microwaves – they are simple, cheap but efficient. Microwave ovens offer a simple, space saving way to defrost, reheat and cook food – essential for a busy kitchen!
Amana Heavy Duty Commercial Microwave
The programmable pre-set timer technology makes it easier than ever before to reheat a meal to the exact temperature and for the exact amount of time – therefore, not compromising on quality and not producing cardboard-esque food that has previously been associated with microwave meals.
The commercial microwave has proven an invaluable piece of catering equipment throughout the recession and as budgets get tighter, in terms of staff and time, the microwave has managed to fulfil duties that can be very time consuming. The simplicity of heating something in the microwave and setting the dial for exactly the right amount of time allows chefs to invest more of their attention on other aspects of the kitchen and can reduce the number of chefs that are required for each shift.
There is also the direct money-saving benefit of using a microwave – they use about a third less energy as a conventional oven and because they are only turned on as and when they are required, there is no energy wasted in the kitchen heating the equipment up. Not only this but when a chef checks their food in a conventional oven, the heat blasts out – this not only wastes energy but also allows the heat to escape. In a microwave oven, the heat automatically stops the second the door is opened and therefore very little heat is wasted through the process.
Microwaves now come with all sorts of mod-cons and we are witnessing constant developments within the industry, allowing the microwave to earn it’s place in a modern kitchen. We now supply microwave grills that offer dual capability and produce brown and crisp food, similar to the oven roasted effect. The combination microwave includes a convection oven, which circulates hot air through the oven cavity with a fan – this device brakes and turns the food golden brown. Similarly, the turbo microwave combines microwave energy with fast-blown hot air and often includes an infrared element for grilling.
When it comes to making purchasing decisions on microwaves there are four simple facts that are influencing the process. It is important to have an accurate measure of the size of the cavity space, the wattage involved and whether a microwave is dial control or touch pad control. Durability is the fourth aspect – a microwave can easily be one of the most used pieces of catering equipment within a kitchen and therefore durability is a must. Not to mention, the constant use also results in constant slamming of the door, particularly during busy services. A good microwave in today’s catering sector must be able to withstand the heat!
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