Modular Holding | Crisp 'N Hold | Chip Warmers | Plate & Bowl Warmers | Pie Merchandising Cabinet

Cooking food is an art. Keeping that food safe, hot, and fresh until it's ready to be served is a science. It takes carefully controlled holding conditions to ensure "fresh-from-the-kitchen" flavor, and over the years, Carter-Hoffmann has perfected technology in some of our specialty holding equipment for the chain restaurant environment.

If you experience operational challenges such as limited kitchen space, shortage of staff, or change customer demand throughout the day, we can help. Starting with the goal of delivering food that tastes as good as "fresh--from-the-kitchen," we look at the obstacles that keep you from consistently meeting this goal. The key to overcoming these barriers is matching the right holding technology in the right equipment configuration for your kitchen. We can help you develop holding solutions that are right for your business.

The products on this page were developed in conjunction with our chain restaurant partners to offer solutions to their operational issues. Let us find a solution for you!

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Modular Holding Cabinets [ Back To Top]

MC212S

Carter-Hoffmann's modular holding cabinets are ideal for holding food for an extended period of time, without occupying much space.  This enables you to expand your menu, increase the efficiency and speed of service, and ensure food quality and availability.

• Microprocessor-based controller with product timers are easy to program
• Individual time and temperature control for each cavity allows for multiple environments for multiple products
• Temperature control in one degree increments
• Units for a variety of pan sizes and depths
• Single-sided and pass-through options
• Units for moist food holding, crisp food holding or dual moist and crisp food holding

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CNH28

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Hold French fries, crispy chicken tenders, poppers, in-shell peanuts and more! Gentle hot air circulation over and through the product maintains crispness while keeping food hot and ready to serve! Reduce food waste by extending the hold time for up to four times longer than traditional methods, such as heat lamps and enclosed holding cabinets.

• Gentle air circulation to maintain warmth and crispness - draws air across and through product for optimal temperature and texture.
• Heating elements and components located away from oils and vapors.
• Large landing zone with adjustable and removable dividers for flexible product holding and easy cleaning.
• All stainless steel construction with removable product tray and grease filters for easy cleaning.

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Chip Warmers [ Back To Top]

CW4

Serve warm tortilla chips and enhance your diners' experience with Carter-Hoffmann chip warmers!  First-in, first-out product rotation reduces breakage and assures that the freshest, warmest chips are served.  These handy warmers can also be used for kettle chips and even baked potatoes!

• Gentle, even heating; our exclusive heat duct and baffle system forces air down the rear wall and up through the chips.  No hot or cold spots - and no burned chips!
• Top mounted heating system - all components are easily accessible for service and located away from chip dust, crumbs and oils.
• Serving door flips down for a handy shelf to set baskets while serving
• Pull-out crumb pan for easy cleaning.
• Three sizes from 20 to 43 gallon chip capacity.

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HP58 Plate Warmer

Our HP series plate warmers are ideal for restaurants.  They can be mounted on a shelf or affixed to a wall near cooking stations, so warm plates are readily accessible the moment your entree is ready to be dished.

• Double-wall insulated stainless steel construction, with flip up "garage" style door for easy access (sliding doors in lieu of flip up door are also available)
• Keeps plates nearby for dishing and reduces labor
• High-performance heating system ensures warm temperatures throughout the cabinet, even with the door open
• Filters protect the heater components from oil accumulation and can be removed for cleaning - hand wash or run through the dishwasher
• Five sizes from 38" to 65" long

CD27 Bowl Warmer

Keep your food piping hot for your customers by serving it in a warm bowl.  The easy-access sliding lid and front door allow you to place the warmer in a convenient location to have bowls at the ready for quick dishing and serving of piping hot soups, stews and chili to your customers.

• Lazy-Susan style platform with wire guides to keep bowls in place
• 2100 watt blower heater for fast heat up and recovery.  Heat is directed up the center of the cart for even heat throughout
• Double-wall insulated stainless steel construction for maximum heat retention, easy cleaning and durable long life
• Sliding top lid and flush-mounted front door allow for easy loading and unloading. Sliding plate shelf located on top.
• Under-counter height
• Compact design holds up to 160 bowls, up to 9" in diameter.

MDPM2 Pie Merchandiser

These compact handy cabinets are designed to hold boxed individual pies, warm and ready to serve.  An illuminated panel with attractive graphic is included, so the cabinet can be placed in view for easy merchandising of product.

• Double-panel stainless steel construction with removable pie caddy for easy merchandising and cleaning
• Pies are dispensed below the door.
• Factory pre-set temperature of 165°F (74°C)
• 500 watt blower heater for fast heat up and recovery.  Available in 120v, 200/208v or 220/240v service