Food Storage


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The type of food storage you rely on will impact the level of food safety and longevity you are able to achieve. In commercial kitchens, regulations dictate that your food must be stored in a clean and dry location where it is not at risk of contamination. It must also be elevated a minimum of six inches from the floor. Commercial food storage solutions help you to comply with standard food codes and they can also help you optimize workflow in your kitchen by allowing you to get the absolute most out of your storage space.

Restaurant storage containers range in size from a few ounces to several dozen gallons. Bulk food storage containers are ideal for holding large volumes of dry ingredients, like rice or grains. Rounded food storage containers are ideal for these dry products, because they do not have corners for food to get clumped up or stuck in.

The material that your commercial food storage containers are made of will determine how durable the equipment is. Plastic is the most common material used in food storage containers, but there are different types of plastic for you to choose from. Polycarbonate and polyethylene are two of the more popular plastics used in food storage containers. Polycarbonate is a premium option that is highly resistant to temperature changes and impacts, while polyethylene is much weaker and comes at a lower cost.

Large ingredients back of house food storage bins are typically equipped with casters that raise them several inches off the ground, but foods that aren’t being kept in these bins will need to be placed onto shelves. The clearance between your shelves will determine what sizes of food storage containers you should purchase. Purchasing stackable food storage containers will help you to maximize your storage space.

The Kitchen Spot connects you with an array of partners that can answer all of your food storage questions. With a large number of varieties available through brands such as Cambro, Carlisle and Winco, connect with restaurant supply stores who are waiting to help you choose the food storage solutions for your kitchen.