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Frozen Foods: Reduced Shrinkage, Labor Savings

It’s the small details that make the difference between a flawless operation and one with a clumsy process. Specialty Bags are perfect for corn dogs, pickles, pizza slices, and many takeout needs; make that difference by filling in the gaps with products that meet both the need for storage, preparation, and transport while also fitting into the foodservice process to fulfill orders quickly and yet remain closely tailored to a customer’s and organization’s needs and market demands.

High-Density Specialty Bags provide a convenient and easy way to not only store but to prepare and transport food. These bags are made of durable high-density polyethylene, allowing them to go from the freezer to the microwave, or boiling water without needing to be repackaged or transferred, saving both time and materials. High-Density Specialty Bags are built to withstand temperatures ranging from -50˚F up to 220˚F. (-45.5˚C up to 104.4˚C) allowing them to be quickly turned around from storage to profits.

Specialty bags can have many uses and applications. These specialty bags are perfect for quick service operations such as buffets, cafés, BBQ, scratch kitchens, cafeterias, and bakeries. These specialty bags come with the option of printed or non-printed, however even printed bags such as the Hamburger, Cookie, or Corn Bag can be used for more items than their names suggest. Their perfect sizes can accommodate a wide variety of small snacks like pastries, finger foods, peppers, chocolate-covered fruit, side bread, corn dogs, and even condiments. As a bonus, each bag features a flip-top closure to help keep the contents fresh and secure. They are durable and help get products from behind the counter, out the door in an expedient and safe manner.

Behind the counter, there are ways to ensure that the food preparation process is ready to fulfill orders while controlling food costs. High-Density Pre-Portioning Bags are a great cost-cutting way to prepare for a great service and ensure there is consistency in products prepared and served by having portion control in place. They not only help with portion control but in speed in preparation as well. Pre-Portioning Bags are also made of high-density polyethylene and built to withstand temperatures ranging from -50˚F up to 220˚F. (-45.5˚C up to 104.4˚C) allowing them to be quickly turned around from frozen storage to the microwave and/or boiling water, then onto a customer’s plate with consistent portions they expect.

Daily Pre-Portioning Bags are also a great day to maintain FIFO guidelines and keep food waste costs under control. They also help to protect food product quality as they offer freezer burn protection in coolers and freezers. In order to help any busy kitchen, High-Density Pre-Portioning Bags are printed with the days of the week to identify the day each food item was pre-portioned to help better manage meal quality and freshness. By marking which day of the week an item was pre-portioned, users can identify which ingredients must be used before others. Using this method not only benefits in the form of meal consistency but users maintain predictable costs and reduced food waste. There are various options and designs to fit any preference.

High-Density Pre-Portioning Bags come in various designs such as weekly, color-coded daily, and even fully tinted to help quickly identify which day of the week an item was pre-portioned, therefore saving time and labor at the time of preparation. They are beneficial for many types of product storage needs including poultry/beef, fresh salads, vegetables, pasta salads, sandwiches, and fruit sides.

Features and Benefits for HD Specialty Bags and HD Pre-Portioning Bags

  • Reduce food waste, control cost
  • Printed days of the week help quickly identify the preparation date
  • Ideal for tracking storage dates for future use, and preserving food quality
  • Durable material can withstand freezing down to -50°F and heating up to 200°F

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  • Ideal for Restaurant Chains, Quick Service, Fast Casual, Cafeterias, Catering, Cafés

Content courtesy of Handgards, Inc.