FACTS ABOUT J.E.S. RESTAURANT EQUIPMENT PART ONE
Did you know that J.E.S. Restaurant Equipment is a woman-owned commercial restaurant equipment dealer? In 2007, the Census Bureau reported 7.8 million businesses, which accounted for 28.7 percent of all businesses nationwide, to be owned by women. These businesses generated about 3.9% of all business receipts nationwide. Woman-owned businesses were fairly constant from state to state. In every state, women owned at least a fifth of the businesses and the percentage exceeded 30% in several states.
The exponential growth of women-owned businesses at a time when other private businesses were losing jobs only strengthened their importance in the economy. Businesses that are fully women-owned or for the majority owned by women grew at nearly twice the rate of all U.S. firms. During this same time period, employment among women-owned firms grew .4% and the annual sales grew 4.4%.
Here are a few facts you may not know about women-owned businesses:
- Women business owners are very philanthropic. Seven out of ten women business owners volunteer for charitable events at least once per month. 31% of women contribute $5,000 or more annually to a charity. 15% give $10,000 or more.
- Over half of all women business owners contribute in excess of $25,000 annually to charity—including 19% who give $100,000 or more.
- 61% of women and 55% of men use the Internet for business purposes. Among internet users, 50% of women and 54% of men-owned firms have web sites.
- Women-owned firms show more gender equity. Women business owners employ a roughly gender-balanced workforce (52% women and 48% men).
- 86% of women entrepreneurs say they use the same products and services at home that they do in their business, for familiarity and convenience.
We here at J.E.S. proudly support the continual growth of woman-owned and other minority owned businesses.
STAINLESS STEEL IS THE REAL DEAL
If you are browsing on our website, you will notice the majority of equipment we have is made of stainless steel. When it comes to commercial restaurant equipment, this durable metal is the defining difference between economy and quality brand items. If you have noticed, some of our descriptions go into great detail about the types of stainless steel grades we offer.
What is meant by 304 and 316 stainless steel?
304 stainless steel contains 18% chromium and 8% nickel. 316 stainless steel contains 16% chromium and 10% nickel and 2% molybdenum. The molybdenum is added to help resist corrosion to chlorides. Stainless steel must contain at least 10.5% chromium. This element reacts with the oxygen in the air to form a complex chrome-oxide surface layer that is invisible but strong enough to prevent further oxygen from “staining” or rusting the surface. Therefore, the 304 is a higher grade than the 316 as far as rusting is concerned.
What are AISI Specifications for stainless steel?
The AISI (American Iron and Steel Institute) was the originator of the 300 and 400 series
numbering system. The AISI also published a stainless steel products manual that listed these designations and the chemical analysis as well as most mechanical and physical properties of each individual grade.
What does the term CRES mean?
CRES is used in describing stainless steel. It stands for corrosion resistant steel. It doesn't mean that the steel is in fact stainless steel as there are other materials that are corrosion resistant but not stainless steel.
There are many advantages to stainless steel cookware, one being durability. The physical properties of stainless steel makes it resistant to scratches, dings, and dents. This means that your cookware will last for many years to come. Stainless steel cookware does not react with acids or alkaline foods, meaning it can be used for all
sorts of cooking without fear that the metal will pit or corrode. Another advantage of stainless steel cookware is easy maintenance. Stainless steel can be washed with soap or water, or even run through a dishwasher, making it easy to clean and to maintain.
We have several stainless steel products on our website. Polar Ware is one of our leading manufacturers in stainless steel small wares. Many of our worktables are also made of stainless steel from Cannonware. One of our larger manufacturers for stainless steel faucets is T & S Brass.
A COOL DEAL ON ICE-O-MATIC ICE SERIES | SEVEN YEAR REBATE ON WATER FILTER
Summer is in full swing and that means that most of you are wanting to enjoy the cold, refreshing taste of crystal clear ice immersed in your favorite beverage in a cool, perspiring glass. Ice-O-Matic, a leading manufacturer in ice machines, has a full range of cube ice machines known as the ICE Series. These machines are built with two options: modular or self-contained.
The self-contained units are mostly under counter ice makers and are ideal for application in smaller spaces like bars, coffee shops, wait stations, and even residential car ports. The self-contained, cube-style commercial ice machines are available in half or full cubes.
The modular cube style ice machines have a high reliability and low-maintenance. They are available in both half-cube or full-cube styles.
Ice-O-Matic ICEU150HA Undercounter Ice Machine
These Ice-O-Matic ice makers are made from stainless steel on the inside and a combination of stainless steel and industrial-grade molding on the outside. The cube evaporator for these machines has a combination of copper core for superior conductivity with electroless nickel plating to resist the damaging effects of water and ice over an extended period of time.
Another feature of these great machines are the antimicrobial protection to prevent bacteria and slime fungi. This is used to protect the longevity of the machine and the Ice-O-Matic optional water filtration system provides protection against unpleasant tastes, odors, and scale formation.
The best part of buying one of Ice-O-Matic's Ice Series Cube Ice Makers is the seven year warranty they provide. If you purchase an Ice-O-Matic water filter with a new ICE series Cube commercial ice maker and replace the water filter cartridge every six months, then the evaporator warranty is extended to seven years parts and labor.
We here at J.E.S. Restaurant Equipment are a proud distributor of Ice-O-Matic commercial ice machines and all of our Ice-O-Matic cube style ice machines have an evaporator with a seven year parts and labor warranty.
Sephra Chocolate Fountains
Make your event special with the Sephra Chocolate Fountain. Sephra Chocolate Fountains are recognized worldwide as being the highest quality chocolate fountain available. Their fountains run quietly and deliver a beautiful cascade of chocolate. They offer four models of chocolate
fountains for commercial use, 3 models of home fountains for entertaining your family and friends. Sephra chocolate for there chocolate fountains was specifically created to flow perfectly without the addition of oil to the chocolate. Since their inception in 2003, Sephra has set the standard for innovation and quality in the chocolate fountain industry. They are family owned and operated and as they researched the history of chocolate, they decided to name their chocolate fountains after names associated with the Aztec nation. The Aztecs as history records, were the first people who highly valued the cocoa bean and deemed the chocolate drink they created to be the “Drink Of The Gods”. Sephra offers four different sizes of commercial chocolate fountains ranging from 44 inches in height to 23 inches. The names are respectively: The Sephra, The Montezuma, The Aztec and The Cortez. Sephra currently holds four patents which cover multiple design innovations that enhance the functionality of the chocolate fountain and improve the sanitary features. No other chocolate fountains compare to their unique features which make set-up and cleaning very simple. In addition to their commercial line of chocolate fountains, Sephra has created a line of consumer chocolate fountains. Their Sephra home fountains are
unequaled in quality and are designed to provide hours of enjoyment over the years. Because of the strength of The Sephra motor and their patented design features, the flow of chocolate in their fountains is perfect, creating a full curtain of chocolate cascading over the tiers. Regardless of the event The Sephra Chocolate Fountain will become the center of attention. Here at JES we are a proud representative of Sephra products.
131-8 Polar Ware Yukon Drop-In Sink
Looking to replace your sink but not empty your wallet....... Look no further.. Here at JES, we have the very economical 131-8 Polar Ware Yukon Drop-In Sink. This Yukon drop-in sink has a self rimming compartment. It is 11-3/4” wide x 9-3/8” Front-to-back and 4” deep. It is a standard weight 22 gauge stainless steel sink without a drain board, with a flat rim. The overall dimensions of this sink is 10-3/4” x 13”, the bowl dimensions are 9-3/8” x 11-3/4” x 6”. the drain size is 2” in diameter. Visit us on the web at www.jesrestaurantequipment.com
CREATING YOUR DINING ROOM FOR A GREAT DINING EXPERIENCE
Black Waitress Station from Oak Street Manufacturing
The dining room is the most important area in the restaurant. Its design plays a large part in the overall ambiance of your establishment. The dining room also includes space for a wait station, storage and a POS system. All of this should be hidden away from your patrons field of vision. When designing your restaurant, you should always consider the available space provided.
Remember that the design of a restaurant should balance between a welcoming ambiance while still holding a maximum seating capacity. You want to pack in a sufficient amount of customers while also making them feel comfortable with the atmosphere of the dining area.
Some restaurants focus more on the seating capacity than the interior design. For example, diners and fast food restaurants tend to focus more on seating capacity while fine dining restaurants focus more on aesthetics and the atmosphere of the establishment.
The wait station is a necessity for any dining facility. The ideal wait station is practically invisible to patrons and easily accessible to the staff. All wait stations should be stocked with coffee, flatware, napkins and condiments.
The hostess station may be part of the restaurant dining room or adjacent to it. Because the hostess station is the first area a customer sees, it should be neat and clutter free. The hostess station itself can simply be a tall counter or podium or even a roll top desk.
Another area that may be in the dining room or right next to it is the restaurant bar. The bar should always be fully stocked regardless of whether it is a service bar or a full sit down bar. It should be fully stocked based on liquor selection.
We here at J.E.S. Restaurant Equipment have everything you need to furnish your dining area, and we have all that you need to make your customer's dining experience a pleasant experience.
Apex Fountains
Make your wedding, corporate event or parties even more special with an Apex Fountain! Apex Fountain has been in business for 60 years and counting. They are the recognized leader in manufacturing of high quality banquet displays and serving products. Apex Fountains carries an extensive line of catering and banquet equipment including, beverage fountains, punch bowls and tiered serving trays. The appearance of Apex Fountains sets the standard of excellence in the industry with their design, engineering, and manufacturing including the origination of new products finishes and processes. All Apex products are available in a variety of metals and finishes including anodized aluminum, stainless steel, and elegant nickle-plate. Innovation and expertise are hallmarks of Apex Fountains. Apex is the supplier of choice for the finest hotels, restaurants, and banquet halls in the world. Apex
Fountains are crafted in the United States Of America. Their customers are assured of the most exquisite products for the most elegant affairs. All Apex products sold and manufactured by Apex are tested and certified for performance, reliability and profit. JES Restaurant Equipment is a proud representative of Apex Fountains!
R&V Works- (FF2-S) Cajun Fryer
Chicken, fish or fries this fryer does It all. Brought to you by R&V Works this Super 6 gallon capacity fryer is all you need to fry it up. This fryer comes with 2- baskets so you can load them whatever you may want to fry. This fryer is very versatile and requires very little maintenance, and the quality is phenomenal. The success of these fryers comes from the design of the Burner/Flue. The Burner is positioned 6" above the bottom of the oil reservoir and is at a 45 degree angle. This prevents the food batter from collecting on the burner and allows it to fall to the bottom of
the reservoir. Since heat rises, the bottom never gets hotter than 120 degrees, which isn't hot enough to burn or scorch the batter. This keeps the oil clean, cooking after cooking. Fire burns inside the tubes to heat the oil, since heat rises, the cooking chamber is able to reach temperatures sufficient enough to fry any type of food without heating the oil in the VEE. The meal and sediments from food and batter collects in the VEE below the burner tubes--the coolest area on of the fryer (Will never get hotter than 120 F). If you are looking for a fryer look no further than JES we are a proud carrier of R&V Works products!
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Bake Max Planetary Mixer 20 Qt.
It doesn’t matter if you are mixing cookie dough or pizza dough this Bake Max Planetary Mixer is for you! Lets talk a little about some features of this 20 qt capacity mixer. It is counter-top and gear driven, and 3 speed, it has a safety guard with a stainless steel bowl. Also comes with dough hook, whip and flat beater and has a #12 HUB. This mixer is made of metal and die-cast aluminum. The transmission is made of hardened allow steel gears for the toughest of mixing jobs. The simple hand lift tool change and bowl removal make sit easier to remove the bowl from the mixer and empty your dough. The safety guard is standard and provides automatic shutoff when guard is opened at any speed. This mixer provides durability, long life and a excellent mixing performance. We also Offer many Attachments that will fit
the Bake Max Planetary Mixer here at JES Restaurant Equipment!
HENNY PENNY REIGNS SUPREME IN QUALITY PRODUCTS
Henny Penny HHC900.12
When one hears the phrase commercial pressure fryers, the name Henny Penny subsequently follows. Henny Penny has been a juggernaut for pressure fryers since its emergence in 1957. It was this year that Henny Penny introduced the very first commercial pressure fryer. Over the next fifty years, the name Henny Penny became a prevalent name in the fried chicken industry with its pressure fryers guaranteeing to leave you with moist and crispy chicken.
Since that time, Henny Penny has expanded into well-crafted, finely built machines that include open fryers, rotisseries, heated merchandisers, combi-ovens, blast chillers, warming cabinets and breading products.
Their fryers, like the HENNOFG321.0M or the HENNOFG322.0M, are engineered with rectangular fry pots and cold zones below the heating elements to reduce cracklings and greatly improve
Henny Penny OFG322.0M
shortening quality, food flavor and consistency. The food is evenly cooked, uniformly browned, moist, crisp and fresh until it is served. The THERMA-VEC® technology allows the user to control radiant heat and humidity. Proper management of your shortening protects the flavor of your food and extends the life of your shortening. Henny Penny has developed a built-in shortening filtration system that makes conserving your shortening a much faster and easier process.
Henny Penny SmartCombi™ ovens, like the HENNESC-610, the HENNGSC-120 and the HENNESC-120 use their Advanced Steam Technology™ that
Henny Penny ESC-120
allows you to cook with both dry and steam heat to regulate the moisture of the food while reducing the overall costs of maintenance. The WaveClean™ system can thoroughly clean your combi ovens with a push of a button without the requirement of any supervision.
The convergence of the cook/chill system and holding cabinets, like the HENNHHC900.12, can reduce labor costs in almost all commercial kitchens. Henny Penny has given you programmable computer controls that allow the end user to create customized settings and protect the quality of your products.
If nothing else is certain, it's that Henny Penny rivals any major manufacturer in quality and durability. Their equipment is tested for operational integrity before they are ever shipped. Such details as corner radius welding and Henny Penny products add strength and durability. Their certified welders are reviewed daily for quality assurance, which signifies enhanced durability and guarantees the end user a long-lasting product.
We here at J.E.S. Restaurant Equipment are a proud distributor of Henny Penny products and right now we are offering an extra one year warranty and free freight on our complete line of Henny Penny products. As you may notice, we are not allowed to advertise prices online as we are one of the few distributors of Henny Penny distributors in our area. If you are interested in purchasing a Henny Penny product, contact us toll free at (866)-200-6056 or you can email us at sales@jesrestaurantequipment.com for a price quote.