OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
retherm mode chef operating tips
Since plated meals consist of dissimilar products, there are several important factors to consider in order to produce the finest results. Product density (compactness), thickness, quantity of product on each plate, and quantity of plates all relate to the length of time necessary to reheat. Again, experience is the best method to determine reheating time. Once the time has been determined and recorded for a specific meal, the results will be consistent for future reheating times.
HELPFUL HINTS FOR REHEATING ON THE PLATE
•ALL FOOD COMPONENTS ON THE PLATE SHOULD BE OF SIMILAR DENSITIES.
•ALL FOOD COMPONENTS ON THE PLATE SHOULD BE SIMILAR IN THICKNESS.
•ARRANGE ALL FOOD COMPONENTS EVENLY ON
THE PLATE.
•AVOID EXCESSIVE OVERLAPPING OF PRODUCT.
•SAUCES MUST BE HEATED AND ADDED TO
PRODUCT AFTER REHEATING.
•A MIXED VARIETY OF MEALS CAN BE REHEATED AT THE SAME TIME.
à la carte RETHERMALIZATION
Àla carte rethermalization is designed to take a single plate from a refrigerated temperature to serving temperature for immediate service. Plates are prepared in advance, covered, and refrigerated. Preheat the Combitherm oven. Remove plate from refrigeration and place in the oven at 275°F (135°C) for an uncovered plate or 300°F (150°C) for a covered plate. Plates with meat components will take more time than plates containing all vegetable components. Follow internal temperature requirements for reheating and allow for override time. After reheating, remove the plate from the oven, add any sauces, garnish, and serve. This process can be repeated as required.
For the most efficient continuous service, it is suggested that the Combitherm oven be dedicated to the rethermalization process during serving hours.
BANQUET RETHERMALIZATION
Banquet rethermalization is designed for high volume, full or partial load (multiple plate) reheating.
Plates are assembled in advance, covered, and refrigerated or loaded on the
the Combitherm oven at 275°F (135°C) for uncovered plates or 300°F (150°C) for covered plates. Remove plates or the
Placing our thermal blanket cover over the
RETHERMALIZING PREFABRICATED AND VACUUM-PACKED FROZEN FOODS
For bulk product rethermalization, completely defrost product bags in
For large volume
Regenerate in the Convection mode for 3 to 5 minutes. Switch to the Retherm mode for an additional 3 minutes or more if required. Placing our thermal blanket cover over the
Plate covers must be used for on-the-plate regeneration.
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