Running a commercial kitchen calls for industrial solutions and good quality equipment. If you run your own business and own your own kitchen, you will soon realize that the oven might be the most important part of the equipment. But be reasonable about what you can afford to pay in order to stay in the profit zone, and if the price is just too high then prepare to ask for a discount, and to walk away if your bottom line price is not met.
Wood Pizza Ovens are Superb!
Pizza ovens are available in a wood fire version, but they’re under strict fire safety regulations. Check with your fire safety officer for a complete list of inspection points that will be regularly checked. Since these inspections will happen at regular intervals it is essential to pick a commercial wood pizza oven that passes on all points.
First of all, take a good hard look at the place your commercial oven will reside in your kitchen. If you’re already in the business and just want to change the oven you most likely already know how big the oven can be to fit in the allotted space. It is extremely important to measure everything including the new oven you’re going to buy.
If you know the exact size you will have to take a step further in the process and choose the type. There are convection ovens and normal ovens, both types come in all sizes and shapes. The type of the oven depends on the throughput of the kitchen and other variables like dishes you want to cook and cuisines you want to incorporate into your menu.
Convectional or turbo ovens come in commercial sizes and offer a good solution to the speed problem. There is a fan blowing hot air in this type of cooking appliance. It tears the insulating air layer off the food you want to cook, creating hot air much more quickly than a conventional oven. This raises your oven’s throughput as it cooks food faster and on lower cooking temperatures, which will create a lower charge on your electricity or gas bill.
Price is also important but since you will pay in the thousands for a commercial oven, it’s a good idea to make a long term investment and choose a more expensive and high quality oven from a reliable company.
It is wise to avoid used or refurbished ovens for sake of reliability. You may cut a few hundred dollars on your bottom line but it won’t be worth it if you have to replace parts or even the whole unit later a few months later. Warranty is similarly important; always opt for the longer and more thorough warranty.
Before making the purchase ask about terms of return and if they are teaming with someone to conduct on site repairs.
Your number one resource for research will be the net. Look around on the market and check manufacturers’ websites for more information about these ovens. Your perspective may even change a little and allow you to choose more wisely.
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