For some kitchens, the fryer is the lifeblood of the operation. Fried food is always a hit with customers, meaning that operators need something that can handle consistent order volumes daily. Fortunately, modern foodservice equipment has gone high-tech, so kitchens can operate more efficiently. Thanks to sophisticated features and tools, operators can accomplish more with the same machine, which gives them greater control over their bottom lines.

Understanding Commercial Kitchen Frying Pain Points

Even though a commercial fryer appears to require little maintenance, maintaining it correctly calls for perseverance and an understanding of its internal mechanisms. The following are a few of the most frequent problems with commercial gas fryers:

Inconsistent Temperatures

For every meal to cook properly, fryer oil must remain at precise temperatures during a shift. However, since most fried foods are cooked frozen, the temperature can easily drop after multiple orders, forcing workers to wait for it to heat back up.

Computer Controls

Vulcan ovens incorporate advanced computer controls that significantly enhance the efficiency and capabilities of chefs and commercial kitchen staff. These controls allow for precise temperature regulation and cooking times, ensuring consistent and optimal results for a wide variety of dishes. 

The programmable settings allow cooks to store various recipes, helping to streamline kitchen operations by decreasing the need for regular monitoring and modifications. Automated cleaning cycles and diagnostic alerts are two features that keep the ovens operating at their best, reducing maintenance expenses and downtime.

Frequent Filtration

After a full shift, fryer oil typically becomes too dirty to use. Although operators can choose to filter and recycle the oil, most choose to remove it entirely. Oil recycling can boost earnings, but the procedure can be labor-intensive if done poorly.

Elevate Your Frying Experience with Vulcan’s NEW QuickFry™ Fryers

If an operator wants to upgrade their fryers, they need to buy something to alleviate most of the problems they encounter with older models. The QuickFry system from Vulcan is designed to be the most efficient piece of machinery in the modern commercial kitchen.

First, both the 50lb and the 70lb QuickFry Series freestanding models come with built-in filtration. The KleenScreen Plus system is designed to remove debris and particles entering the oil during a shift. Because the fryer can filter itself, operators can take advantage of recycling their oil without spending too much time or labor to do it.

Second, these machines are ENERGY STAR® rated, so they use less energy than other models. This means operators can get more of their investment back immediately while also helping the environment, making upgrading an even smarter decision.

Finally, Vulcan fryers come with intuitive controls that enable kitchens to increase their order output by an average of 13 percent. So when a lunch or dinner rush hits, that can lead to much higher sales and a much stronger bottom line.

The Vulcan Difference - Free New Equipment Checkout for Peace of Mind

Investing in a premium commercial fryer is just the first step. Operators must then accurately install them. If not, the equipment won't function as well, requiring more frequent maintenance and longer downtime.

Fortunately, Vulcan offers free Equipment Checkout with every QuickFry order. That means a Vulcan professional will inspect the fryers after installation to ensure it’s ready. This lets operators know that their new investment will work the way it’s supposed to from the beginning and that they can increase their menu profitability as soon as possible.

Learn more about what the Vulcan and ITW teams can offer to help your commercial kitchen operate more efficiently: