Back to School Essentials for this September

With September fast approaching, it is the time for kids to go back to school. This is the perfect time to stock up on and refresh their catering equipment.

 With fast moving kitchens, full canteens and hundreds of mouths to feed, a well-stocked kitchen is not just a fleeting thought, it is a necessity. Having the right appliances will increase productivity, make food standards excel and provide teams with a smoother experience that their old pots and utensils cannot give.

Why Is Refreshing Equipment Important?

By keeping up to date through replacing equipment, teams are ensuring enhanced food safety, compliance with regulations and maximised hygiene, which, within a kitchen and school are of top priority. By ignoring the need for new supplies, schools will likely find themselves losing their high standards and compromising the foods safety.

When Should Equipment Be Replaced?

Appliances – Appliances such as refrigerators, ovens, dishwashers and microwaves should be replaced when there are signs of frequent breakdowns, declining performances or upon reaching the end of their typical lifespan.

Containers – Containers should be replaced when they show signs of wear, such as deep scratches, warping or discolouration. These signs indicate a container is likely becoming unsafe for storage and will not perform effectively.

Utensils – Utensils, such as spoons and whisks, should be replaced upon signs of wear, such as deep scratches loose handles and warping. These signs show a utensil is no longer safe to use and may pose a risk of contamination or workplace injury.

Essential Kitchen Equipment for Schools

A thriving kitchen has equipment for food preparation, cooking, food storage and kitchen hygiene. A reliable and good quality array of these will provide an efficient workplace environment that will be able to comfortably meet hygiene standards and easily meet the harsh deadlines a school kitchen brings.

Finding Reliable Equipment for Your School

Whether this new year brings the need for a few replaced items or an entire kitchen refresh, it is important they are bought with the knowledge of great quality and fantastic range. Here at Alliance, we can supply a seamless back to school shop, with a vast variety of products and an easy ordering system that is sure to help schools succeed this new year. Please feel free to contact us at hello@allianceonline.co.uk or you can call us on 0844 499 4300.