Counter Top Prep Units

Keeping Ingredients Within Easy Reach

Counter-top prep units help when you work with chilled fillings or toppings throughout the day. They sit on the counter and hold items in clear pans, so you see what you need at a glance.

Many places use them for salads, sandwiches or any dish that relies on quick assembly. You open the lid, take what you need and carry on.

Some kitchens run these units during both lunch and dinner. Others use them for short bursts. It depends on how often you rotate ingredients.

I’ve watched teams keep the busiest items closest to the front so staff don’t pause during service. Small habits like that help the shift run smoother.

These units cool from below, so ingredients stay steady as long as the pans are covered between uses. Cleaning is simple. Lift the pans, empty them and wipe the interior.

Related Fridge Categories

Saladettes →
Useful if you prepare salads or cold plates throughout the day.

Counter Fridges →
Works when you want chilled storage under your prep surface.

Under-Counter Fridges →
Fits kitchens that need chilled items close to the line.

Return to Fridges →

Return to Refrigeration →

Frequently Asked Questions

Are counter-top prep units suitable for busy stations?
Yes. They keep ingredients visible and close.

Do they hold temperature well?
Yes. They stay steady when used with the lids closed.

Are the pans easy to clean?
Yes. Lift, empty and wipe.

Do these units work for small kitchens?
Yes. They sit on the counter without taking floor space.

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