Any restaurant or bar that serves food needs the right tools to get things done. This requires anything that makes the job easier (for example, meeting storage needs). This is where high-quality smallwares comes in.

And this is why Russell Hendrix is your one-stop shop for kitchen supplies in Canada! We aim to equip business owners with the knowledge and resources they need. We've put together a simple guide, so you know everything you want about our quality of smallwares and serving supplies.

What Are Smallwares?

In short, these are small appliances and tools that make it easy to run a commercial kitchen and prepare food.

The food service industry needs to be quick with food preparation, but that shouldn't mean being reckless. So restaurant supplies need to offer convenience and be staff-safe at the same time. Technological advancements make it possible to ensure quality without compromising on anything else.

So simply put, small wares are the appliances and tools which ensure quality without occupying too much space. This isn't limited to cookware like food pans and pots. They also include kitchen cutlery, squeeze bottles, storage, etc.

The Different Kinds of Smallwares

A large selection of utensils qualify. Cookware includes stock pots, frying pans, whisks, paring knives, rolling pins, cooking tongs, and other tools like lifters & ladles. In bakeware, we would see baking sheets, cake pans, icing bags, etc. Even at bars or nightclubs, where the business is less concerned with serving food, small wares would include liquor pourers and other serving utensils.

So all cookware is smallware? The Answer is Yes. But all smallwares may not be helpful for your kitchen. Select the tools that are right for you looking for quality tools that come with a warranty and safety options. Apply the same logic to baking and bartending supplies.

What Is Smallware for Commercial Cooking?

Commercial cookware combines different tools that allow chefs at restaurants to cook large quantities of food quickly. This includes kitchen cutlery steam pans, baking sheets and storage for fresh produce or marinating meat or sauces.

The same applies to bartending supplies, where bar funnels and shakers are the main equipment instead of pans. Serving drinks means food and cutlery are a low priority.

Baking supplies are also kitchen essentials in a commercial setting. From measuring cups to cake pans, everything simplifies the process considerably. So whether you're cooking food or preparing drinks in bars, this equipment will be necessary.

What to Look for When Buying Smallwares?

These supplies come in all colors, shapes, and sizes. What matters is knowing exactly what you're serving. A bakery will have different needs from a steakhouse, since cooking smallwares and baking smallwares are different. Even if they need similar items, there will be a difference in scale, if not scale, some other attributes. When you've identified your restaurant needs, you can look at the equipment that meets them. Be thorough and methodical; being impulsive can lead to impractical purchases. We have listed some factors below that will help you narrow things down.

Size - Consider size to be the first factor. A cafe needs equipment that can serve coffee that is freshly brewed. Along with that, some baking supplies & cookware utensils will also be needed to prepare simple meals. The cutlery can all be the same size since a cafe is a pretty informal setting.

Now let's compare that to a fine dining restaurant. Here there will be smallwares of various sizes. Kitchen hand tools will (ideally) be power and not manual to save time. The chef will need a large selection smallwares of knives to go along with cutting boards of different sizes & colours to stay food safe.

So if your menu has a lot of range, your chef needs as many supplies and smallwares to pull it off.

Function - Functionality goes without saying. And similar to the size, you should only go for the kitchen supplies that do exactly what you need.

While it can be good to plan ahead, commercial cookware must be purchased thoughtfully and carefully. The same goes for bartending supplies & smallwares. If your storage needs aren't ambitious, don't go the extra mile. Ensure all drink and food preparation you need is addressed before experimenting.

Pricing - These serving supplies can be very daunting from a cost perspective. Running a commercial kitchen or bar can be expensive, and a consistent amount of money isn't always available. If this concerns you, at Russell Hendrix, we provide great prices for commercial kitchen smallwares and beverage service supplies. From cutting boards to oven mitts, we offer utensils that any chef would appreciate.

Where Can I Find the Best Utensils and Tools?

Russell Hendrix offers smallwares that promise quality and durability. Our supply includes everything from dinnerware to other types of food preparation tools. As the largest provider of restaurant supplies, we can cater to the needs of bigger and smaller clients. Let's look into the benefits of shopping with us.

Affordable Pricing

Across the industry, we offer the most competitive rates. Whether you need bar supplies or want to replace old stock pots, we'll give you the best deal in Canada. Our business has supplied small wares to various restaurants and bars, making it easy for them to maintain quality service.

In-Person and Online Service

Different customers have different needs, so Russell Hendrix makes an effort to accommodate in-person and online clients. Our small wares are listed on our website, where we do our best to maintain accurate information. But if you prefer to see the items yourself, contact us or look for a showroom near you.

This keeps our small wares accessible and convenient for as many restaurant owners as possible.

Extensive Categories

Since so many different items can be considered smallwares, we have curated our website to make it simple. A quick look at the small wares landing page will offer various options. These include baking tools, knives, pots and pans, tongs, and other equipment.