Content sponsored by: Alto-Shaam
There’s more to hot food holding than just keeping food hot. For some it’s about maintaining food temperature while preserving yield and product quality. While others are also looking to support food production and extend preparation times outside of peak hours.
If you are looking to install or replace heated holding equipment in a kitchen, you may be overwhelmed with all of the options. Heated holding equipment comes in many forms including cabinets, drawers, merchandisers, hot wells, carving stations, and surface modules to make it possible to find a solution for any situation.
What are some things to consider?
- Versatility in the sizes and styles ranging from drawers and cabinets to mobile heated banquet carts
- How do I incorporate heated holding as a part of a system of cooking, cooling and holding to maximize efficiency and reduce food and labor costs?
- Do you have kitchen space restrictions?
- Reliability and ease of repair
- Ease of cleaning and regular operations
- Does the piece of equipment require plumbing?
- Is the unit programmable?
- The cost of ownership of the unit and ROI
What are the benefits of Alto-Shaam heated holding solutions?
- Alto-Shaam heating holding solutions don’t require a hood and can be placed virtually anywhere. No clearance needed.
- Alto-Shaam heated holding solutions are low maintenance eliminating the need for plumbing and are extremely easy to clean.
- Alto-Shaam heated holding solutions are extremely versatile ranging from heated drawers and merchandisers to cabinets in varying sizes. Whether you’re holding small production items, a complete banquet, or something in between, Alto-Shaam has an answer to your heated holding needs.
- Alto-Shaam heated holding solutions use Halo Heat® for gentle and consistent holding, from top to bottom, for hours at a time.
- None of Alto‑Shaam heated holding products use water vapor to maintain temperature or moisture. The quality of food and natural moisture content is maintained for hours without the risk of overcooking or drying out.
What to do next?
Speaking with a foodservice consultant, dealer or a manufacturer’s rep can help you determine your kitchen’s needs. Feel free to contact us at any time with questions. You can also attend an upcoming A Taste of Alto-Shaam demonstration near you to learn more about Alto-Shaam’s equipment solutions. Register today at www.alto-shaam.com/taste.
