Over the years commercial ice machines, especially here in Perth, have slowly cemented their place in the hospitality sector. Going from a unit only the elite and specialised businesses could afford, to improved technology that every business can buy into.
But why do you need a commercial ice machine – especially if you think you’ve been doing fine without one?
Saving time – Making a profit
There’s something to be said about the instant availability of fresh ice for your customers.
We all know what it’s like, after rummaging around in the bottom of our freezer only to be faced with no ice cubes when we had our hearts set on them. Imagine this in your commercial business. It’s a hot day and your customer comes in for an iced drink and all you can offer them is an apology because you ran out an hour ago.
Commercial ice machines give you excellent quality ice whenever you may need it. This not only saves you time, no running to the store for a bag of ice, but can also increase your profits by providing a reliable service.
Essential for producing high-quality cocktails and drinks
Ice cubes, depending on how they are stored and where they are from, really do taste different. If you are a business that relies heavily on the flavour of your drinks – bars and pubs we’re looking at you – low quality, bad tasting ice can have a detrimental effect on the taste of your expertly crafted tipples.
This doesn’t just go for commercial businesses, we experience the same effect at home with those bags of ice we pick up from the grocery store. Mass, factory-produced ice never has the same quality as freshly made ice from a highly reliable commercial ice machine.
Good machine = Good hygiene
A great commercial ice machine will give you peace of mind when it comes to the hygiene of not only the ice it produces but also the machine itself.
Having the ability to make ice within your business cuts out the middleman and decreases the chances of contamination from outside pollutants.
New commercial ice machines are also easy to clean, which saves you time during the cleaning part of your day.
Promote Self Service
Cafes, Bars, and Restaurants are not the only business where a commercial ice machine can make things easier and faster. In places like hospitals, offices, hotels, and B&B’s, an ice maker can provide ice on demand for your customers or employees without you having to take time out of your day to provide it.
An ice machine in an accessible place means anyone can help themselves to ice whenever they feel like it. This can result in a morale boost or even feel like an extra special freebie that your customers can avail of.
Whatever the reason that’s driving you to purchase your first commercial ice machine, we here at Perth Commercial Kitchens are perfectly equipped to help guide and advise you through your decision-making.
Call us on 08 9249 7222 or contact us here and see how we can help you, today!