Grocery Supplies

Grocery Store Supplies: Retail and Supermarket Store Supplies

Grocery store supplies and equipment are the most common needs of supermarkets, delis, and other food stores, which are used to store, transport, display, and sell a wide range of foods, pastries, frozen treats, beverages, snacks, and other everyday essentials for people. Freshness and quick service are vital for every grocery store and help you create a stable customer flow and build a profitable business. Therefore, you must equip your establishment with the necessary grocery supplies to attract customers and encourage more purchases, while maintaining safe storage for both chilled and warm foods. At Chef's Deal, we offer an extensive and high-quality inventory of grocery store supplies, ranging from commercial refrigerators and merchandisers to food warmers, display cases, and soup kettles.

Merchandising Refrigeration

Merchandising refrigeration is a staple in supermarkets and grocery stores, used to showcase beverages and foods while maintaining proper storage temperatures. Since the optimal storage conditions vary by product, there are various merchandising solutions for grocery applications:

• Glass Door Merchandiser Refrigerators and Coolers: These versatile grocery supplies are the first thing you should place in your establishment. They are designed to maintain the cabinet temperature between 33°F and 40°F (0.55°C and 4.44°C), ensuring optimal drinking temperatures for beverages. Additionally, they feature double-pane glass doors to enhance product visibility while increasing energy efficiency through innovative technologies, such as Low-E Glass by Turbo Air. Furthermore, grocery merchandiser coolers feature back-lit top signs and eye-catching exterior finishes to entice customers for last-minute purchases. Glass door merchandiser refrigerators and coolers are available in various sizes from 11 to 158 inch (27.94 cm to 401.32 cm) and 1 to 6 section units providing up to 133.7 cubic feet (3785.96 liters) storage area.#
• Glass Door Merchandising Freezers: Designed to preserve pre-packaged foods, frozen products, and packaged ice, glass door merchandiser freezers enable customers and your staff to peruse the interior without opening the doors. They are equipped with powerful compressors to maintain the temperature between -10°F and – 5°F (-23.33°C and -20.55°C, check for each model). Glass door freezers help your business increase sales by enticing customers with illuminated interiors and back-lit signage showing brand or product names. They are offered in a wide range from 16-inch to 158-inch (40.64 cm to 401.32 cm) wide models with up to 6 sections. Additionally, you can opt for glass door refrigerator freezer combos to save space and budget by allowing you to switch between the cooler and the freezer.
• Countertop Glass Door Refrigerators and Freezers: When you have difficulty opening a space for a floor-type merchandiser or want to boost impulse sales, countertop glass door refrigerators and freezers are the best grocery refrigeration solution. They feature glass doors and interior lighting to enhance your sales while maintaining optimal temperature levels for chilled or frozen products (coolers: 32°F – 50°F (0°C -10°C); freezers: -13°F–0°F (-25°C and -17.77°C). These grocery refrigeration units, manufactured by AdCraft, Maxx Cold, Beverage Air, and Hoshizaki, are available in 1- or 2-door models. They are ideal for installing next to your cashier to store candies, water, soda, or other frequently purchased products, encouraging customers to make last-minute purchases.
• Open-air Merchandiser Coolers: Open-air merchandisers are particularly useful when placed in the center of the busiest corridors, among the racks, to display beverages and chilled foods. They showcase specialties or perfect deals to attract customers while facilitating reach with an open top or front. They are available in self-service, full-service, or combination units to suit your operations. You can find vertical, horizontal, undercounter, or island merchandisers, which can measure up to 148 inches (375.92 cm) in width and have up to 7 tiers of shelves.
• Floral & Flower Coolers: These grocery supplies are designed to maintain freshness and beauty by maintaining a temperature of 35°F (1.6°C). They are available in various sizes, from 27-inch (68.58 cm) options with all-glass sides and large three-door models with 78-inch (198.12 cm) widths.

Refrigerated Display Cases

Refrigerated display cases offer secure and visually appealing storage and display for a variety of grocery supplies, including meat, produce, seafood, and bakery products.

• Deli Display Cases: Many convenience stores offer deli products, such as sandwiches and snacks, in dedicated deli display cases. Deli display cases are ideal for keeping these foods fresh and tasty by maintaining a temperature range of 36°F to 41°F (2.22°C to 5°C). They are available in freestanding and countertop options to fit in available spaces and feature a horizontal design to increase the display area. In complete and self-service units, refrigerated deli display cases can extend up to 148 inches (375.92 cm) to provide ample storage and display surface.
• Meat Display Cases: Supermarket meat cases are the most suitable option to exhibit your rich inventory of meat products, ranging from pre-packaged meat to delicious sausages. Their operational range is between 34°F and 36°F (1.11°C and 2.22°C) to keep the valuable meat and meat products below the danger zone. You can find various sizes, ranging from 27 inches to 148 inches (68.58 cm to 375.92 cm), which offer ample storage capacity of up to 90 cubic feet (2548.52 liters).
• Refrigerated Bakery Display Cases: If you sell pastries and other bakery products, you need specialized grocery supplies to preserve their softness and freshness. Our refrigerated bakery display cases, sourced from leading vendors such as Hydra Kool, Federal Industries, and Structural Concepts, maintain a temperature between 36°F and 40°F (2.22°C and 4.44°C), which preserves the taste and texture of your delectable treats. Moreover, they have reflective ends and rear doors to increase their sleek appearance, while multi-tier adjustable shelves increase the display area for various pies and desserts.
• Seafood Display Cases: Grocery seafood displays can securely accommodate temperature-sensitive seafood products while offering an eye-catching view to attract customers. Featuring a 30°F-34°F (-1.11°C-1.11°C) temperature range, seafood displays protect the freshness of seafood and poultry with insulated ice bins or powerful compressors. They feature enhanced insulation for higher energy efficiency, and electronic temperature controls help you achieve consistent temperature levels. Produced by Oscartek, Omcan, MarcRefrig, and Infrico, seafood and poultry display cases cater to different operational volumes, featuring capacities ranging from 1 to 6 pans, models measuring from 27 to 148 inches (68.58 cm to 375.92 cm) in width, and options for curved or straight glass.
• Produce Display Cases: As efficient and effective equipment to preserve the freshness and crispiness of fruits, vegetables, and herbs, produce display cases are a must-have for grocery stores. They maintain an interior temperature of around 38°F to 41°F (3.33°C to 5°C) to create a favorable environment for colorful vegetables and fruits. They feature an open-front design to facilitate customer reach and can have up to three tiers in addition to the bottom shelf.

In addition to these grocery supplies, we carry:

• Sushi Display Cases
• Drop-In Refrigerated Display Cases
• Spot Merchandiser
• Countertop Refrigerated Display Cases

Walk-in Refrigeration

Walk-in refrigeration is the most widely used refrigeration equipment in commercial settings, serving as the primary storage for temperature-sensitive foods and ingredients. Hence, when you handle a large volume of food and drinks, it would be best to install a suitable walk-in cooler, freezer, or walk-in cooler freezer combo:

• Walk-in Cooler: Offered by various manufacturers such as AmeriKooler, Mr. Winter, Master-Bilt, American Panel, and Nor-Lake, commercial walk-in refrigerators can be built in custom sizes (from 6'x6' (1.82 m x 1.82 m) to 12'x12' (3.65m x 3.65 m)) and with 4" (10.16 cm) thick insulation depending on your needs. They can have remote or top-mount condensers to maintain a temperature of around 35°F (1.66°C).
• Walk-in Freezer: Commercial walk-in freezers are designed to store frozen foods and treats in freezing conditions (down to -10°F (-23.33°C)). They are available in custom sizes, ranging from small-scale 4'x6' (1.21 m x 1.82 m) options to larger 12'x12' (3.65 m x 3.65 m) models.

Food Packaging Machines

Grocery supplies facilitate food packaging, enabling you to serve commuters or passersby with packaged foods and bread. Food packaging machines are, therefore, a significant necessity to wrap and pack sandwiches, bakery products, salads, and other pre-made foods to maintain their best condition and protect them from external contaminants.

• Commercial Vacuum Sealer Machines: These machines remove air from product bags and seal them for long-term storage. Manufactured by Eurodib, Hamilton Beach, Vollrath, and Waring, commercial vacuum sealers are available in floor or countertop models, with single or double-chamber options. Additionally, they feature different seal bar lengths from 8" to 39" (20.32 cm to 99.06 cm).
• Film & Shrink Wrapping Machines: Designed to provide a quick and straightforward way of wrapping salads, desserts, cakes, or sandwiches, film and shrink wrapping machines bring enhanced hygiene to your establishment. You can also find heat-seal food wrappers to increase the shelf life of your food products.
• Bag Sealers: These grocery supplies help seal the bags to keep the candies, peanuts, and other food products safe for extended periods. They are available in countertop, freestanding, and pedal-operated options, with various seal bar lengths ranging up to 18 inches (45.72 cm).

Chef's Deal food packaging machine inventory is complete with the related packaging supplies:

• Commercial Plastic Wrap Dispensers
• Food Packaging Parts & Accessories
• Commercial Vacuum Sealer Bags
• Bread Baggers

Overhead Food Warmers

Overhead food warmers are primarily designed for front-of-house applications, such as displaying food in a buffet or presenting a show to increase customers' hunger for tasty meats and steaks.

• Food Heat Lamps: Available in strip heat lamps and countertop models, these grocery supplies help you retain the optimal food temperature for service while creating an enticing showcase under a warm light. Heat strips are available in various lengths, ranging from 18 to 72 inches (45.72 cm), with extended options that can deliver up to 1660 watts of power.
• Carving Stations: Illuminated with 1 or 2 heating lamps, carving stations offer customers a chic showcase of your products. They are provided with heated bases and flexible arm options.

Commercial Scales

Commercial scales bring precision in weighing, which is crucial for retail packaging, portioning, and making mixtures and batters. Hence, we present a vast collection of commercial scales for different tasks:

• Legal For Trade Scales: Available in various graduations from 15 lb to 60 lb (6.80 kg to 27.21 kg), legal-for-trade scales are ideal for packaging retail products. They have different platform sizes, ranging from 8" x10" to 14" x15" (20.32 cm x 25.4 cm to 35.56 cm x 38.1 cm). Furthermore, they can print price and weight labels using a thermal label printer. They feature easy-to-read electronic displays.
• Portion Scales: Designed to facilitate perfect portion controls, portion scales offer higher measurement precision. They feature auto-print, built-in Wi-fi, and easy-to-read displays.

Our commercial scale collection also contains:

• Receiving Scales
• Hanging Scales
• Counting Scales
• Baker's Scales

Commercial Rotisserie Ovens

Commercial rotisserie ovens are versatile pieces of commercial cooking equipment commonly used in grocery stores and supermarkets. They are manufactured by leading vendors like Alto-Shaam, American Range, Rotiisol USA, and Southwood. These commercial ovens are designed to roast chicken while displaying its mouthwatering appearance to customers. Powered by electricity or gas, these grocery supplies are available in countertop, floor, or even portable types to handle a wide range of applications. Additionally, there are various capacity options, ranging from small 6-chicken units to large 80-chicken roasting units with up to 16 spits.

Heated Display Cases and Deli Cases

These commercial grocery supplies are perfect for displaying the pizza slices, chicken fries, or hamburgers, warm and ready to be served. Maintaining a temperature of around 160°F (71.11°C), heated display cases feature tiered and compartmented designs that can be set at different temperatures for various food products.

Countertop Hot Food Display Cases

Countertop hot food display cases are essential in grocery stores to keep pre-cooked items warm and ready for serving. These units feature adjustable temperature controls, glass panels, and tiered shelving that can accommodate up to 5 tiers. These grocery supplies for hot foods are available in various sizes from 13 inches to 96 inches (33.02 cm to 243.84 cm), making them ideal for supermarkets, delis, or food courts.

Buffet Warmers

Buffet warmers are perfect for supermarkets with self-service food stations, providing consistent warmth to dishes while maintaining their quality. These units feature sneeze guards, heated bases, and timers, accommodating everything from sides to main dishes.

Countertop Food Warmers

Countertop food warmers are efficient for keeping pre-cooked meals at safe temperatures for extended periods. Featuring insulated compartments and thermostatic or manual temperature controls, these warmers can accommodate trays, pans, or wrapped foods, such as sandwiches or burritos, in up to 6 compartments.

Commercial Soup Warmers

Commercial soup warmers are designed to hold large quantities of soup at food-safe temperatures (between 140˚-200˚F (60°C-93.33°C)) throughout the day, ensuring that every serving remains hot and ready. They can hold up to 11 qt. (10.40 liters) of soup, while offering a rethermalizing mode to help you speed up food preparation.

Commercial Soup Kettles

Commercial soup kettles provide an excellent way to serve hot, flavorful soups in grocery stores. These kettles come with large capacities of up to 11 qt. (10.40 liters) to serve high-volume servings, and their round design ensures even heat distribution.