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What type of oven is ideal for high production and limited space?
What type of oven is ideal for high production and limited space?
- Deck oven (correct)
- Rack oven
- Convectional oven
- Conventional oven
Which oven type uses both convection and conduction to transfer heat?
Which oven type uses both convection and conduction to transfer heat?
- Deck oven
- Rack oven
- Conventional oven
- Convectional oven (correct)
What is the primary advantage of convection ovens over conventional ovens?
What is the primary advantage of convection ovens over conventional ovens?
- Faster cooking
- More even heating
- Less heat required
- All of the above (correct)
What is the smallest size of a rack oven?
What is the smallest size of a rack oven?
How many sheet pans can a double rack oven accommodate?
How many sheet pans can a double rack oven accommodate?
What is the primary advantage of rack ovens in restaurants?
What is the primary advantage of rack ovens in restaurants?
What is a key factor in selecting a range for a foodservice?
What is a key factor in selecting a range for a foodservice?
What is a unique feature of tilting pans?
What is a unique feature of tilting pans?
What type of oven is ideal for cooking large quantities of food?
What type of oven is ideal for cooking large quantities of food?
What is a common feature of electric griddles?
What is a common feature of electric griddles?
What is the main difference between a heavy-duty range and a medium-duty range?
What is the main difference between a heavy-duty range and a medium-duty range?
What is the primary advantage of using a convectional oven?
What is the primary advantage of using a convectional oven?
What is the primary mechanism of heat distribution in some racks that lock into their oven slots?
What is the primary mechanism of heat distribution in some racks that lock into their oven slots?
What is the primary advantage of microwave cooking in foodservice operations?
What is the primary advantage of microwave cooking in foodservice operations?
What is the primary function of fat in a conventional fryer?
What is the primary function of fat in a conventional fryer?
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Deck Oven
Deck Oven
Ideal for high production in tight spaces.
Convectional Oven
Convectional Oven
Uses both convection (air circulation) and conduction (direct contact) for heat transfer.
Advantage of Convection Ovens
Advantage of Convection Ovens
Cooks food more evenly due to circulating heat.
Rack Oven Size
Rack Oven Size
A large oven, smallest size being around four feet square and six feet tall.
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Double Rack Oven Capacity
Double Rack Oven Capacity
Can accommodate a large number of sheet pans for baking.
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Advantage of Rack Ovens
Advantage of Rack Ovens
Rack ovens save space.
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Range Selection Factors
Range Selection Factors
Includes the volume of food it can cook, its versatility, and how stable its temperature stays.
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Tilting Pan Feature
Tilting Pan Feature
Pans able to pour contents by tilting up to 90 degrees.
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Rack Oven Use
Rack Oven Use
Ideal for cooking very large amounts of food at once.
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Electric Griddle Feature
Electric Griddle Feature
Often built into a range to save space.
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Heavy Duty vs. Medium Duty
Heavy Duty vs. Medium Duty
Capacity and versatility.
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Primary Advantage of Convectional Oven
Primary Advantage of Convectional Oven
Ensure even cooking through heat circulation.
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Heat Distribution in Rack Ovens
Heat Distribution in Rack Ovens
Rotation ensures even heat distribution.
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Microwave Cooking Advantage
Microwave Cooking Advantage
Fast transition from cold to hot.
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Function of Fat in Fryer
Function of Fat in Fryer
To conduct heat to cooking food.
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Heat Producing Equipment
- Ranges are essential in foodservice, powered by gas or electricity, chosen based on menu needs and required capacity.
- Heavy-duty ranges function as part of the "hot line" with multiple appliances needing a commercial exhaust hood for safety and efficiency.
Griddles and Tilting Pans
- Foodservice utilizes gas or electric griddles, which can be standalone or integrated into ranges.
- Tilting pans are highly versatile, capable of tilting up to 90 degrees and come in various sizes for cooking adaptability.
Boiling and Oven Types
- Different ovens include stack, conventional, rack, and convectional, each suitable for specific cooking requirements.
- Some oven racks lock into place and rotate, ensuring even heat distribution during cooking.
Microwave Ovens
- Microwaves operate using electromagnetic energy, effectively penetrating food to create heat through molecular friction.
- While microwaves aren't a complete substitute for conventional cooking, they are effective for quickly heating food from refrigerated or frozen states.
Fryers and Cooking Techniques
- Deep fat fryers produce crispy food by cooking in a bath of hot fat, with variations like pressure fryers reducing cooking time while retaining moisture.
- Deck or stack ovens contain multiple cavities to accommodate high production needs while saving space.
Convection and Rack Ovens
- Conventional ovens use both convection and conduction for cooking, with forced air movement increasing cooking efficiency.
- Rack ovens are favored for their vertical design, maximizing space while allowing simultaneous baking or roasting of multiple sheet pans.
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