Operating a pizza restaurant isn’t simply a matter of making the ideal pizza; it’s also a matter of keeping your equipment running smoothly. Regular maintenance not only ensures that your equipment lasts, but also safeguards your investment into the equipment. Here are a few effective tips that can assist you in retaining the life of pizza equipment.
Routine Maintenance
- Clean components and surfaces: At the end of each day, wipe down equipment surfaces removing grease and food particles. Preventing accumulated food and grease that can cause equipment failure.
- Check for wear and Tear: Check regularly for signs of wear, including frayed cords or loose parts.
Weekly Maintenance
- Key equipment deep clean: Clean ovens, mixers, and slicers once a week with a more intense cleaning. For example, clean ovens racks and mixer attachments to keep them free of residues.
- Lubricate moving components: Use food grade lubrication on equipment moving elements, including dough mixers and dough sheeters, to make them run smoother.
Monthly Maintenance
- Replace worn-out parts: Check and replace those that are worn out on a regular basis. If any parts need to be replaced, check out Northern Pizza Equipment’s wide selection of replacement parts!
- Inventory Revaluation: Assess your equipment inventory to determine whether upgrading or replacing equipment is needed to manage increased demand in peak seasons.
Not only does Northern Pizza Equipment offer the highest-quality new and remanufactured equipment, but also supplies a comprehensive assortment of replacement parts to maintain your machines in peak form. Search our vast parts catalog to discover components to suit brands ranging from Middleby Marshall to XLT, Bakers Pride, Lincoln, and others. From oven pieces, to refrigerator components, to dough prep attachments, Northern Pizza Equipment has it all!
