Foodservice equipment can be defined as any piece of equipment that is used for or with commercial food preparation. Foodservice equipment can be found in various types of establishments, such as restaurants, delis, supermarkets, institutions, and schools. It involves a wide variety of products, from food preparation equipment to finishing units. Some examples of foodservice equipment are: reach-in refrigerator/freezers, commercial ovens, proofers, broilers/ salamanders, grilles, ranges, stainless steel tables, sandwich prep stations, and pizza ovens.
