Ensure your buffet is fully functional with a fairly comprehensive list of all of the smallwares you will need. To order these smallwares, all you have to do is call our knowledgeable sales team at 800-899-6610 or browse our website to find everything you need.
Prefer an interactive checklist? Simply download or print our helpful PDF: Smallwares Requirements for a 200-Seat Buffet.
Receiving
| __ 1 each | 200 lb. receiving scale |
| __ 1 each | Box knife |
| __ 2 each | Dunnage rack | 36″ |
Dry Storage
| __ 2 each | #10 can racks |
| __ 4 secs | Wire shelving w/ post |
| __ 4 secs | Dunnage rack | 36″ |
| __ 4 secs | 36 gallon ingredient bin w/slide cover |
| __ 6 secs | Polycarbonate food box – 18 X 26 X 15” |
| __ 36 each | Polycarbonate food box – 18 X 26 X 9” |
| __ 6 each | Polycarbonate food box – 18 X 26 X 6” |
| __ 6 each | Polycarbonate food box – 18 X 26 X 3” |
| __ 54 each | Polycarbonate food box – 18 X 26” |
| __ 12 each | Polycarbonate food box – 12 X 18 X 9” |
| __ 12 each | Polycarbonate food box – 12 X 18” |
| __ 6 each | 2 quart round containers w/ lid |
Cold Storage
| __ 1 each | Refrigerator thermometer |
| __ 4 secs | Wire shelving w/ post |
| __ 4 each | Dunnage rack 36″ |
| __ 6 each | Polycarbonate food box – 18 X 26 X 15” |
| __ 24 each | Polycarbonate food box – 18 X 26 X 9” |
| __ 6 each | Drain trays for food boxes – 18 X 26” |
| __ 6 each | Polycarbonate food box – 12 X 18 X 9” |
| __ 24 each | Polycarbonate food box – 12 X 18 X 6” |
| __ 30 each | Polycarbonate food box – 12 X 18” |
| __ 6 each | 12 quart round containers w/ lid |
| __ 6 each | 8 qt. round storage container w/lid |
| __ 6 each | 3.5 qt. round storage container w/lid |
| __ 6 each | 2 qt. round storage container w/lid |
| __ 1 each | 28 gallon lettuce container w/ dolly |
Meat Storage
| __ 6 each | Polycarbonate food box – 18 X 26 X 9” |
| __ 6 each | Drain tray for food box – 18 X 26” |
| __ 6 each | Polycarbonate food box – 12 X 18 X 9” |
| __ 24 each | Polycarbonate food box – 12 X 18 X 6” |
| __ 30 each | Polycarbonate food box cover – 12 X 18” |
Ice Storage/Transport
| __ 2 each | 125 lb. ice caddy w/casters |
| __ 2 each | Ice shovels |
Salad/Vegetable Prep
| __ 2 each | Aprons |
| __ 1 each | 5 lb. platform scale |
| __ 2 each | 16 qt. aluminum colander |
| __ 2 each | Cutting board 18 X 24 X 1/2” (green) |
| __ 2 each | 12” cook’s knife |
| __ 3 each | 8” utility knives |
| __ 1 each | Twin blade mincing knife |
| __ 4 each | Paring knife |
| __ 4 each | Radish rosette |
| __ 1 each | Stainless knife rack |
| __ 1 each | 3 way sharpening stone |
| __ 4 each | 8 qt. SS bowls |
| __ 2 each | 13 qt. SS bowls |
| __ 2 each | 63 qt. aluminum salad bowl |
| __ 1 each | Mixing bowl dolly stand |
| __ 4 each | 3 quart round Jell-O mold |
| __ 1 each | Bucket opener |
| __ 4 each | Spatulas – large blade |
| __ 2 each | Stainless box grater |
| __ 6 each | Vegetable peelers |
| __ 2 each | Parer/corer |
| __ 2 each | Egg slicer |
| __ 1 each | Egg divider |
| __ 1 each | Cheese wire |
| __ 1 each | Lemon/tomato wedger |
| __ 1 each | Onion slicer |
| __ 1 each | Lettuce slicer |
| __ 2 each | Melon baller |
| __ 1 each | Apple divider |
| __ 1 each | Potato scoop |
| __ 3 each | Vegetable brushes |
| __ 1 each | Commercial food processor |
| __ 1 each | Table mount can opener |
| __ 1 each | Large can punch |
| __ 2 each | 13” solid spoon |
| __ 2 each | 13” spoon slotted |
| __ 2 each | 13” spoon perforated |
| __ 12 each | 2.7 quart salad crocks w/ lids |
| __ 1 each | Bucket opener |
Meat/Fish Preparation
| __ 1 each | 0-220 degrees F pocket test thermometer | Calibratable |
| __ 1 each | Steak/meat tender |
| __ 1 each | 18 X 24 X 1 cutting board (red) |
| __ 1 each | 18 X 24 X 1 cutting board (blue) |
| __ 1 each | 18 X 24 X 1 cutting board (yellow) |
| __ 1 each | 2 lb. X 1/8 oz. platform scale – rotating dial |
| __ 1 each | 5 lb. x 1/4 oz. platform scale – fixed dial |
| __ 1 each | Film dispenser |
| __ 1 each | Foil dispenser |
| __ 2 each | Bowl scraper – large blade |
| __ 4 each | 8 qt. SS mixing bowls |
| __ 4 each | 6 qt. SS mixing bowls |
| __ 4 each | 4 qt. SS mixing bowls |
| __ 2 each | 10” cook’s knives |
| __ 2 each | 8” utility knives |
| __ 2 each | 10” slicer |
| __ 1 each | 6” curved boning knife |
| __ 1 each | 6” boning knife |
| __ 1 each | 7” cleaver |
| __ 1 each | Poultry sheers |
| __ 1 each | Stainless knife rack |
| __ 1 each | Butcher steel |
Bake Preparation
| __ 4 sets | Measuring spoons |
| __ 1 set | Dry measures – aluminum (.5 qt. ,1 qt., 2 qt., 4 qt.) |
| __ 1 set | Liquid measures – aluminum (.5 qt. , 1 qt., 2 qt., 4 qt.) |
| __ 2 each | 1 cup measure |
| __ 2 each | 24 ounce aluminum scoop |
| __ 2 each | 32 ounce aluminum scoop |
| __ 1 each | 84 ounce aluminum scoop |
| __ 1 each | Dough scale |
| __ 2 each | 18” French whip |
| __ 2 each | 14” French whip |
| __ 2 each | 14” piano whip |
| __ 2 each | 12” piano whip |
| __ 1 each | SS rotary sifter |
| __ 1 each | 14” aluminum sieve |
| __ 2 each | Dough scrapers |
| __ 1 each | 18” maple rolling pin |
| __ 1 each | 15” maple rolling pin |
| __ 1 each | 18” aluminum rolling pin with .5” offset |
| __ 1 each | 20” pastry pin |
| __ 1 each | 18 X 30 X 3” maple cutting board |
| __ 1 each | Biscuit cutter |
| __ 2 each | dough scraper |
| __ 6 each | Spatulas – large blade |
| __ 6 each | 2.5” pastry brush |
| __ 4 each | 4” pastry brush |
| __ 2 each | 13 quart SS pail w/ bail handle |
| __ 4 each | 13 quart straight sided mixing bowls |
| __ 4 each | 8 quart straight sided mixing bowls |
| __ 4 each | 6 quart straight sided mixing bowls |
| __ 1 set | Pastry tubes |
| __ 4 each | Medium pastry bags |
| __ 4 each | 10” spring form pans |
| __ 4 each | 10 x 1.5” cake pans |
| __ 12 each | 9” pie pans |
| __ 1 each | 7 cut pie marker |
| __ 1 each | Pie edger/crimper |
| __ 24 each | 24 cup muffin pans |
| __ 120 each | 18 X 26 X 1” sheet pans – 16 gauge |
| __ 72 each | 12 X 18 X 1” sheet pans – 18 gauge |
| __ 24 each | 18 X 26 X 1 cooling grate |
| __ 24 each | Mini loaf pans |
| __ 18 each | 18 X 24 X 4 roast pans |
| __ 6 each | Sheet pan rack w/casters |
| __ 2 each | 24” oven mitts |
| __ 4 each | Insulated oven pads |
| __ 2 each | Oven thermometer |
| __ 2 each | Timers |
Steam Kettle
| __ 1 each | 1 quart transfer ladle |
| __ 1 each | 13 quart SS pail w/ bail handle |
| __ 1 pair | Insulated oven mitts |
| __ 1 each | 48” SS kettle whip |
| __ 1 each | 48” SS stirring paddle |
| __ 1 each | 21” spoon – solid w/ hook handle |
Tilting Brazier
| __ 1 each | 36” mixing paddle |
| __ 1 pair | Insulated oven mitts |
Fryer Station
| __ 1 each | Culinary fry basket 1/4” mesh |
| __ 4 each | Extra fry baskets to fit fryer |
| __ 2 each | 5 X 6” fine mesh skimmers |
| __ 1 each | 16” stainless tong |
| __ 1 each | 12” stainless tong |
| __ 1 each | 2 bulb heat lamp |
| __ 1 each | Inset pan full 2.5” deep w/pan grate |
| __ 1 each | Seasoning dredge |
| __ 2 each | Fryer thermometer 50- 550 degrees F |
| __ 1 pair | Grease proof oven mitts |
| __ 1 each | Grease filter cone |
| __ 1 case | Grease filters |
Grill Station
| __ 3 each | 16” tong |
| __ 1 each | Large turner 4 X 8” blade |
| __ 1 each | Medium turner 2.75 X 8” blade |
| __ 1 each | Grill brush |
| __ 1 pair | Oven mitts – flame retardant |
| __ 2 each | Sauce mops |
| __ 1 each | Inset pan one fourth 4” deep |
| __ 1 each | 21” SS meat fork w/hook handle |
Griddle Station
| __ 1 each | Large turner 4 X 8” blade |
| __ 1 each | Medium turner 2.75 X 8 square end blade |
| __ 1 each | Grill scraper |
| __ 1 each | Steak weight 9.5 X 5.75” – 3 lb. iron |
| __ 1 each | Toast/bacon weight 11 X 9” – 2 lb. aluminum |
| __ 1 each | Batter/oil dispenser |
| __ 1 each | Grill brick holder |
| __ 1 case | Grill bricks |
| __ 1 each | Butter wheel |
| __ 2 each | SS seasoning dredges |
| __ 1 each | Griddle thermometer |
Baking/Oven
| __ 1 each | Oven thermometer |
| __ 1 each | Timer |
| __ 1 pair | 21” oven mitts flame retardant |
Range Top
| __ 2 each | Seasoning dredges |
| __ 2 each | 8” double medium mesh |
| __ 2 each | 10” double medium mesh |
| __ 1 each | 14” reinforced strainer medium mesh |
| __ 1 each | 12” china cap medium |
| __ 1 each | spaghetti strainer |
| __ 6 each | 10” silverstone fry pans |
| __ 3 each | 13” nylon spoons |
| __ 1 each | 24 quart brazier |
| __ 6 each | 8 quart sauce pan |
| __ 3 each | 4 quart sauce pan |
| __ 3 each | 1.5 quart sauce pan |
| __ 3 each | 13” stainless spoon solid |
Hot Table
| __ 3 each | 20.5” adapter bar |
| __ 24 each | 12.5” adapter bar |
| __ 8 each | Inset pans full 1.25” deep |
| __ 108 each | Inset pans full 2.5” deep |
| __ 30 each | Inset pans full 4” deep |
| __ 6 each | Inset pans full 6” deep |
| __ 6 each | Inset pans full 2.5” deep perforated |
| __ 60 each | Inset pans half 2.5” deep |
| __ 12 each | Inset pans half 4” deep |
| __ 6 each | Inset pans half 2.5” deep perforated |
| __ 6 each | Inset pans one third 2.5” deep |
| __ 24 each | Inset pans one third 4” deep |
| __ 6 each | Inset pans one third 6” deep |
| __ 6 each | Inset pans one fourth 2.5” deep |
| __ 24 each | Inset pans one fourth 2.5” deep |
| __ 12 each | Inset pans one ninth 4” deep |
| __ 6 each | Inset pan false bottom full size |
| __ 12 each | Inset pan false bottom half size |
| __ 6 each | Wire pan grates full size |
| __ 6 each | Wire pan grates half size |
| __ 6 each | 8 quart vegetable insets |
| __ 3 each | 8 quart vegetable insets hinged lids |
| __ 2 each | Cutting board to fit hot well |
| __ 2 each | 14” roast meat slicing knives |
| __ 1 each | Ham holder |
Bain-Marie
Note: Stock pots are used as Bain Marie pots in kitchen to hold temperatures prior to transfer to buffet line.
| __ 20 each | 12 quart aluminum stock pots |
| __ 18 each | 20 quart aluminum stock pots |
| __ 8 each | 40 quart aluminum stock pots |
| __ 2 each | 60 quart aluminum stock pots |
| __ 2 each | 20 quart stainless stock pots |
| __ 2 each | 40 quart stainless stock pots |
| __ 3 each | 1 quart transfer ladles |
| __ 14 each | 13” spoon solid |
| __ 6 each | 13” spoon slotted |
Buffet Line
| __ 250 each | 14 x 18” polypropylene serving trays |
| __ 1 set | Special order numbers |
Salad Area
| __ 2 each | 20” pebble salad bowls |
| __ 8 each | 11” pebble salad bowls |
| __ 24 each | 2.7 quart crocks |
| __ 12 each | False bottoms for 2.7 quart crocks |
| __ 12 each | 2.7 quart crock lids |
| __ 4 each | Hinged salad tongs |
| __ 12 each | 12” spring tongs |
| __ 12 each | 9.5” spring tongs |
| __ 12 each | 6” pom tom |
| __ 8 each | Holloware buffet serving spoons solid |
| __ 8 each | Holloware buffet serving spoons slotted |
| __ 12 each | 1 ounce plastic 13.5” handle ladles |
| __ 12 each | 1.3 ounce plastic salad spoons |
| __ 2 each | 10” pepper mills |
| __ 4 each | Oval cracker baskets |
| __ 2 each | Electric soup kettle |
Hot Food Utensils
| __ 12 each | 13” serving spoons solid |
| __ 12 each | 13” serving spoons slotted |
| __ 8 each | 12” stainless spring tongs |
| __ 4 each | 9.5” stainless spring tongs |
Flatware
| __ 2 each | 4 compartment stainless flatware dispenser |
| __ 40 dozen | Teaspoons |
| __ 40 dozen | Dessert spoons |
| __ 21 dozen | Ice tea spoons |
| __ 34 dozen | Bouillon spoons |
| __ 60 dozen | Dinner forks |
| __ 40 dozen | Dinner knife |
| __ 10 dozen | Hollow ground steak knife |
Melamine Dinnerware
Note: Dinnerware measurements are brim full capacities.
| __ 12 each | 13” serving spoons solid |
| __ 40 each | 9” dinner plates |
| __ 20 each | 6.5” bread plate |
| __ 7 each | 9.5” platters |
| __ 18 each | 10.5 ounce salad bowls |
| __ 25 each | 7.25 ounce bouillon |
| __ 18 each | 7 ounce coffee cups |
| __ 38 each | 5 ounce fruits |
| __ 20 each | 5 ounce swirl sherbet |
Pebble Stack Tumblers
| __ 30 dozen | 14 ounce large beverage |
| __ 30 dozen | 10 ounce water |
Beverage Service
Note: A self-serve beverage station with ice dispenser is standard.
| __ 1 each | Straw dispenser |
| __ 8 each | Gel-filled refreezing crocks for nondairy creamers |
| __ 8 each | Gel-filled refreezing crocks for lemon wedges w/lid |
| __ 1 each | Ice tea urn |
| __ 1 each | 2-compartment coffee urn (regular & decaf) |
| __ 2 each | Amber ice tea pitchers |
| __ 2 each | Clear water pitchers |
Dining Room Service
| __ 12 each | 2-way booster seats |
| __ 12 each | High chairs |
| __ 2 each | Lobby dust pans w/toy broom |
| __ 2 each | Hat & coat rack |
Table Top Accessories
| __ 72 each | Sugar caddies |
| __ 72 each | Bud vases |
| __ 168 each | 3 ounce salt & pepper shakers |
| __ 72 each | Table tents |
Bus Station/Warewashing
| __ 4 each | 3 tier bus carts |
| __ 18 each | 7” bus tubs |
| __ 2 each | Dishwashers aprons |
| __ 1 each | Maximum hold dishwasher thermometer |
| __ 2 each | Glass rack dolly |
| __ 16 each | 36 compartment racks 6” inside height |
| __ 7 each | 36 compartment racks 5” inside height |
| __ 4 each | Flat racks |
| __ 18 each | Plate/tray racks |
| __ 4 each | Tilt cup racks |
| __ 10 each | Flatware washing baskets |
| __ 4 each | All-purpose racks |
| __ 1 each | 20” pot brush |
| __ 2 each | 8” pot brushes |
| __ 1 each | Triple glass brush |
| __ 1 each | Scrap block |
| __ 12 each | Stainless metal sponges |
| __ 12 each | Green pads |
LET’S FIND YOUR SOLUTION
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Talk to one of our experts right away and get immediate assistance. We are open Mon – Fri, 8am – 5pm CST.
Get in touch with one of our experts and let us know how we can help with any of your foodservice needs.
Talk to one of our experts right away and get immediate assistance. We are open Mon – Fri, 8am – 5pm CST.