Catering Cake Forks

Cake Forks for Restaurants and Cafés

Catering cake forks are simple pieces. Short, steady and easy to handle. You see them in cafés, hotels and places that serve desserts through the day.

They make small portions easier to manage, especially when plates are tight or guests share dishes.

Some people skip them, but most venues keep a box nearby because they come in handy more often than you expect.

You’ll find plain shapes here. Nothing over-designed. Just forks that stack neatly, wash well and feel clear enough in the hand.

What You’ll Find Here

Most cake forks follow a similar shape, though the weight shifts between ranges. Some feel firmer. Others lighter.

You choose based on what you serve and the type of plates you use.

A wide handle sits better for heavier desserts. A narrow handle works fine for lighter ones.

They clean easily. They also go missing more often than bigger pieces, which surprises some buyers. People take them without thinking. Might be the small size. Many operators keep a spare box just for that reason.

If you pair these forks with a dessert spoon, you’ll notice how the two sit together on the table. That pairing matters more in hotels and tearooms where presentation stays consistent.

A Note from a Pastry Chef

“We switched cake forks once. The new ones looked fine but felt thin. Staff picked up on it straight away. We moved back to the set with a bit more weight.”

Related Cutlery Categories

• Premium 18/10 Cutlery →
  Useful when you want a heavier main set to match your dessert service.
• Economy 18/0 Cutlery →
  Sometimes used for high-volume cafés where items disappear quickly.
• Tasting Spoons and Forks →
  Handy when you serve small portions alongside desserts.
• Cutlery Storage →
  Keeps small pieces together so they don’t scatter during clearing.

Articles You Might Want to Read

• Restaurant Tableware Guide →
  Helps you line up dessert cutlery with the rest of your table.
• Common Tableware Mistakes →
  Covers handling and storage habits that help keep small items in good shape.
• Wholesale vs Retail Tableware →
  Useful when you go through dessert forks faster than expected.

For a Wider Look at Your Table Setup

You can return to the full cutlery category here. Or check everything across restaurant tableware here.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do catring cake forks bend easily?
Not the ones here. They hold their shape under normal use.

Are they dishwasher safe?
Yes. Drying well helps stop marks building up.

Can I buy single replacements?
Yes. Most ranges offer individual pieces.

Is there a standard size?
Sizes vary slightly. Some are shorter. Some wider. Worth checking if you want a tight match.

Published by Ascot Wholesale, supplier to the UK hospitality trade since 1995.