Cutlery Storage

Cutlery Storage for Busy Service Areas

Cutlery storage keeps things in order during service. Trays, holders and small units help staff find what they need fast. You’ve got your trays, your holders & all sorts of units that help the staff get what they need in the blink of an eye.

When you’re running a busy counter or a dining room that does quick turn-arounds, it doesn’t take long for the small stuff to start disappearing all over the place. But these storage solutions help keep it under control.

Some of these units feel like they’ve got real heft to them, while others are nice & light.

It’s all about choosing the right one for your space and how often your staff need to get their hands on those particular items.

What You Can Expect To Find

Out come the trays for sorting knives, forks & spoons. Some stack up nicely, while others sit flat on the counter.

There are a few deeper holders too, best suited for buffets or cafes where customers are serving themselves. Ultimately, it all comes down to how you work & what you need to make everything flow smoothly.

I’ve seen places that use two trays side by side, so staff don’t have to reach over each other when it’s mad busy. You’ve got to think about the little things, or you’ll find those delays start to add up.

Those small storage pieces, they actually matter a lot more than you might think. If a tray is too small, then the forks just spill out all over the place.

If it’s too deep, then your staff are having to rummage around for what feels like an eternity. That’s why a lot of operators actually test a tray out for a day or two before deciding to buy more.

Most of these pieces are a breeze to wash & dry, and they’ll last as long as you don’t overload them with too much heavy kit – like steak knives.

A Note from a Front-of-House Pro

“We actually tried out some deeper trays at one point. They looked nice & tidy, at first, but the staff were constantly losing spoons at the bottom. So we went back to a shallower set & stuck with it.”

Related Cutlery Categories

• Economy 18/0 Cutlery →
  Bulk trays are perfect for quick restocks – you know, for those times you need to get more in there ASAP.
• Premium 18/10 Cutlery →
  This lot is usually kept separate, just so the finish stays nice & consistent.
• Buffet Cutlery →
  These go really well with those deeper holders you see on buffet lines.
• Tasting Spoons & Forks →
  These little buggers are perfect for tighter, more divided storage.

Articles You Might Want to Read

• Restaurant Tableware Guide →
  This is a real good read, especially if you’re looking to sort out your whole table layout.
• Common Tableware Mistakes →
  This one’s all about habits that can help you avoid losing bits & bobs during service.
• Wholesale vs Retail Tableware →
  This one’s useful if you’re planning your stock levels for a venue that does high-turnover.

Time to Check Out the Rest of Your Tableware

If you want to go back to the main catering cutlery category, you can do so here. Or, if you’d rather take a look at the rest of our restaurant tableware categories, you can do that here.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do these trays work in busy kitchens?
They do – just don’t overload ’em.

Are they dishwasher safe?
Most of ’em are. Just make sure they dry properly to keep ’em cleaner for longer.

Can I order a single unit?
Course you can.

Do they come in different sizes?
Yeah, they do. Some are wider, some are deeper. Worth checking if space is tight.

Published by Ascot Wholesale, who’ve been supplying the UK hospitality trade since 1995.