Cutlery Bins & Commercial Cutlery Holders
From the dishroom to the self-serve station, cutlery bins can be found throughout a restaurant, keeping flatware organized, readily available, and safe from potential contamination. We have dozens of different types and styles to suit every purpose, including flat bus containers, tiered display holders, and single-compartment bins.
Commercial Cutlery Holders: What You Need to Know
Cutlery bins are necessary in most kitchens to keep flatware and other utensils organized. Keeping silverware in a designated container ensures operators can find pieces quickly and efficiently. Open or closed cutlery bins are available: Open bins enable water to drain away from the cutlery, while closed bins more completely protect contents from contaminants. Because these units come in a variety of sizes, they fit into any application regardless of scale, with units ranging in size from one compartment to eight compartments.
Common Questions About Cutlery Bins
Which configuration of cutlery bin should I choose?
The most common type of silverware holder is a flat, rectangular design. These cutlery holders typically have multiple compartments, keeping different types of flatware and other utensils separate and organized. Because they are flat, they can fit into bus boxes and be carried around the front of the house while staff members clean off tables.
Some of these commercial cutlery holders are tiered – meaning there are multiple bins in a vertical lineup – and the bins often are cylindrical. This design saves space compared to flat holders, but they must be left on the countertop and can't be taken around during bussing. Often coming in styles that elevate the presentation of flatware for front-of-house use, pragmatic options are available for back-of-house applications, as well.
How many compartments should my cutlery holder have?
The number of compartments a silverware holder must have depends on the application. Typically, operators prefer different compartments for various types of flatware, such as spoons, forks, knives, and other utensils. Four-compartment commercial cutlery holders are common because they account for these different items, but configurations with one to eight sections are available.