Why Are Commercial Microwaves Important in Restaurant Kitchens?

 

When people think of essential pieces of equipment in a commercial kitchen, the microwave is a very common thing that always comes to mind. The microwave is usually one of the most frequently used and under-appreciated pieces of equipment in the kitchen

However, as it is so under-appreciated, many restaurant owners think using a residential microwave in their commercial kitchen is fine. But sometimes, it is not worth it and creates many serious safety hazards in a busy restaurant environment.

So in this article, we will talk about why a commercial kitchen should have a commercial microwave only.

The Importance of Commercial Microwave

●      They are safer.

The safety of your customers should be your first priority. If you are running a restaurant, then it should be your topmost responsibility and you should take it seriously.

 However commercial microwaves are safer in two ways. Firstly, they cook the food more evenly, reducing the risk of foodborne illness.

Secondly, manufacturers put commercial microwaves through more rigorous safety testing. So when you're using a high-frequency microwave, it is  important to  ensure it is safe to use over an extended period.

●      They are built better.

Restaurants use microwaves designed to be used at a much higher frequency than residential microwaves. This means that the components that go into them are designed to be of higher quality. Therefore, they can easily withstand more heavy use.

However, these specially designed microwaves which  have cooling fans, transformers, control panels, heavy-duty power cords, and commercial quality relays. All these factors help your microwave last quite a bit longer than a residential microwave.

 

●      They keep your kitchen cooler.

There are many times when commercial kitchens can get hot with the radiant heat from the various appliances. However, a microwave doesn't radiate heat and will keep your kitchen (and staff) cooler.

●      They are easier to program.

Good consistency and speed are the two most important things in every commercial kitchen. You need to produce high-quality meals that are consistent with your customer's expectations at a good speed.

Thus, programming your microwave for specific needs is essential for a commercial kitchen. Commercial microwaves will come with an easy-to-use programming menu, allowing you to provide a consistently cooked product.

●      Commercial microwaves are more powerful.

High power and voltage are very important in the kitchen. When you serve at the restaurant's peak time, you will not wait for a residential microwave.

To provide your customers with a quick delivery, you want something that can provide you with faster heating so that you can get your food out to your customers as soon as possible.

●      They are easier to service.

The unfortunate reality of technology is that it will break at some point in time. This is especially true when you use it as often as 100-200 times daily. So, when something does break, you want it to be as easy to fix as possible.

However, a commercial microwave will have a wiring diagram and can be easier to service and repair if something breaks down. If you need to repair a residential microwave, you're usually better off just buying a new one.

Not only will this be more costly over time, but it could also severely hinder the productivity of your kitchen.

Conclusion

Now we know how a commercial microwave can help you in your commercial kitchen where a residential kitchen will not make it. It will go to help you in your daily restaurant cooking and heating the food.

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