Equipment
Professional Tabletop and Smallwares
Professional-grade cookware, gastronorm pans, utensils, and service equipment for commercial kitchens.
About Professional Tabletop and Smallwares
Smallwares and tabletop equipment are the everyday tools of a commercial kitchen — the pans, containers, utensils, and service items that kitchen teams use throughout every service. Quality smallwares improve efficiency, consistency, and food safety. Gastronorm standardisation ensures compatibility between cooking, holding, and storage equipment. Advance Commercial Equipment supplies professional smallwares and tabletop equipment for restaurants, hotels, institutional kitchens, and catering operations across Trinidad and Tobago and the Caribbean.
Common Applications
- Restaurant and hotel kitchen operations
- Catering and event operations
- Institutional and hospital kitchens
- Bakeries and food production
Equipment Types
Gastronorm Pans and Lids
Stainless steel and polycarbonate gastronorm containers in standard GN sizes and various depths. Compatible with ovens, bain-maries, and refrigeration.
Commercial Cookware
Heavy-duty pots, pans, sauté pans, and stockpots in stainless steel and aluminium for commercial kitchen use.
Kitchen Utensils
Ladles, spatulas, tongs, whisks, and other kitchen utensils in stainless steel and heat-resistant materials.
Cutting Boards
Commercial cutting boards in various sizes and materials, including colour-coded systems for allergen management.
Food Storage Containers
Polycarbonate and stainless steel food storage containers with lids for ingredient storage and mise en place.
Trays and Sheet Pans
Baking trays, sheet pans, and service trays in various sizes for cooking, baking, and service.
Selection Factors
- Gastronorm compatibility: GN-standard equipment ensures compatibility across cooking, holding, and storage equipment
- Material: stainless steel is durable and hygienic; polycarbonate is lighter and allows visual inspection of contents
- Durability: commercial smallwares must withstand continuous use, commercial dishwashing, and high temperatures
Installation Considerations
- Smallwares require appropriate storage — consider shelving, racks, and drawer systems in kitchen design
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the gastronorm (GN) system?
The gastronorm system is an international standard for food container sizes used in commercial kitchens. The base unit is the 1/1 GN pan (530mm × 325mm). Fractional sizes (1/2, 1/3, 1/4, 1/6, 1/9) divide this base unit. GN standardisation ensures compatibility between equipment from different manufacturers.
Can Advance supply smallwares for a new kitchen fit-out?
Yes. We supply professional smallwares and tabletop equipment as part of complete kitchen fit-outs or as standalone orders. Contact our team to discuss your requirements.
Ready to Discuss Your Requirements?
Contact our sales team to discuss equipment selection, specifications, and pricing for your operation.