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Commercial Chopping Board | Cutting Board | 404x304x24mm Green | Araven FU797
£53.09
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£63.71/ inc vat
- High-Density Polyethylene
- Permanent Colour-Coded Corners
- Non-Slip Design
- White Main Body
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Product Overview
Getting your food prep right all starts with the basics, and a reliable chopping board is ground zero for any professional kitchen. Meet the Araven Commercial Chopping Board, your new best mate for all things fruit and salad. This isn't just any slab of plastic; it's a smartly designed tool engineered for the fast-paced, high-stakes environment of commercial catering. Forget wobbly, stained boards that slide all over the worktop – this one is built to stay put and stand up to some serious graft.
Specifically designed for busy chefs, caterers, and kitchen assistants who take food safety seriously, this green commercial chopping board 404x304x24mm is your dedicated surface for fresh produce. The universal green colour-coding instantly tells your team this is for fruit, veg, and salads only, massively cutting the risk of cross-contamination. It’s made from high-density polyethylene, which means it’s tough on germs but gentle on your knife edges, keeping your most important tools sharper for longer.
With clever features like non-slip corners and a double-sided design for twice the lifespan, this board is all about making your kitchen safer, more efficient, and fully compliant with HACCP standards. It’s a simple piece of kit that delivers professional results, day in, day out. Ready to upgrade your prep game and give your Environmental Health Officer a reason to smile? This is the board for the job.
Key Features and Benefits
- High-Density Polyethylene: Resists deep knife scratches where bacteria love to hide.
- Permanent Colour-Coded Corners: Instantly signals its use for fruit and veg, preventing mix-ups.
- Non-Slip Design: Grips the counter firmly for much safer, more stable chopping.
- White Main Body: Makes it incredibly easy to spot any dirt during cleaning.
- Double-Sided Use: Simply flip it over to get double the lifespan and value.
- Dishwasher Safe: Allows for quick, easy, and hygienic cleaning after a busy service.
- HACCP Green Chopping Board: Helps your kitchen meet crucial food safety standards effortlessly.
- Gentle on Knives: The surface won't prematurely dull your expensive chef's knives.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Araven
- SKU: FU797
- Dimensions: 24(H) x 404(W) x 304(D) mm
- Weight: 2.42kg
- Material: High Density Polyethylene (HDPE)
- Colour Code: Green (For Fruits & Salads)
- Key Features: Non-Slip Feet, Double-Sided, Permanent Colour Corners
- Dishwasher Safe: Yes
- Microwave Suitable: Yes (Follow manufacturer instructions)
Expert Review and Insights
The Araven board is a real workhorse. It doesn't try to be fancy, it just does its job exceptionally well. The weight is substantial, so it feels solid on the bench, and the non-slip corners aren't just a gimmick – they actually work. It’s a practical, no-nonsense bit of kit that prioritises safety and hygiene, which is exactly what you want in a professional setting.
Sophie Brooks – Chef Tools View Profile →
- Pro: The non-slip feet are brilliant and make high-speed chopping feel much safer.
- Con: It's quite hefty at over 2kg, so it's not ideal for mobile catering.
Case Study: Real Business, Real Results
The Green Leaf Salad Bar in Leeds needed to overhaul its prep stations to improve efficiency and ensure they were fully compliant with the latest food safety standards ahead of a planned expansion.
"We were using flimsy, mismatched boards that slipped around and were getting heavily scored. We switched our entire kitchen over to these colour-coded Araven boards and the difference was immediate. The team knows exactly which board to use, and prep is so much faster now that they're not fighting to keep the board still."
Robert Finch – Head Chef
The switch streamlined their salad prep process, contributing to a 15% reduction in prep time and helping them achieve a 5-star food hygiene rating during their next inspection.
Installation and Maintenance Guide
Setting It Up
- Before first use, give the board a thorough wash with hot, soapy water or run it through a dishwasher cycle.
- Designate a specific area for your green chopping board, ideally a 'clean' zone for ready-to-eat foods like fruit and salad.
- Ensure the work surface is clean and dry before placing the board down to maximise the grip of the non-slip feet.
- Brief your team on the colour-coding system to ensure everyone uses the board for its intended purpose.
Keeping It Going
- Clean the board thoroughly in a commercial dishwasher or with a food-safe sanitiser after every use.
- Avoid using harsh, abrasive scouring pads as they can create small grooves where bacteria can build up.
- Regularly check the board for any deep cuts or heavy scarring. Once it becomes difficult to clean, it's time to replace it.
- Store the board upright in a drying rack to allow air to circulate freely around all surfaces.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the green colour specifically for in the HACCP system?
A: Green is universally designated for preparing fresh fruit and salads. It ensures these ready-to-eat items don't come into contact with raw food products.
Q: Are the non-slip feet effective on a wet stainless steel surface?
A: Yes, the non-slip corners are designed to provide a strong grip even on standard commercial kitchen surfaces like stainless steel, though a dry surface always provides the best grip.
Q: Can I use both sides of this cutting board?
A: Absolutely. This board is designed to be double-sided, effectively doubling its working life. Just ensure you clean both sides thoroughly between uses.
Q: Will this high-density material damage my professional knives?
A: No, High-Density Polyethylene is a preferred material for professional boards because it's soft enough to not dull or damage your knife edges, unlike harder materials like bamboo or glass.
Q: How thick is this board?
A: This particular model is 24mm (or just under 1 inch) thick, providing excellent stability and durability for heavy daily use.
Q: Is this board heavy?
A: It weighs 2.42kg. This weight is intentional, as it adds to the board's stability and stops it from moving around during vigorous chopping.
Q: What does HDPE stand for?
A: HDPE stands for High-Density Polyethylene. It's a type of food-grade plastic known for its durability, resistance to moisture, and inability to harbour bacteria, making it ideal for kitchen use.
Q: When should I replace my chopping board?
A: You should replace it once it has deep, significant knife grooves and scoring that cannot be easily cleaned. These grooves can trap food and bacteria, posing a hygiene risk.
The Araven Standard: Confidence in Compliance
Choosing an Araven product isn't just about buying a piece of equipment; it's an investment in peace of mind. For decades, Araven has specialised in creating practical, intelligent solutions that answer the real-world needs of professional caterers. This green Araven chopping board is a perfect example of that philosophy. It goes beyond the basic function of a cutting surface to become an active tool in your food safety management. Its design is rooted in reducing risk and improving workflow, from the unmissable colour-coded corners to the non-slip feet that anchor it securely. This focus on durability and compliance means fewer replacements over time, a safer environment for your staff, and the confidence that comes from using equipment that is purpose-built to meet and exceed the strictest hygiene standards.
Explore more from AravenHow Colour-Coding Prevents Kitchen Nightmares
Ever wondered why professional chopping boards come in a rainbow of colours? It's not for decoration; it's a simple but brilliant system called HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) designed to prevent dangerous cross-contamination. Think of it like a traffic light system for food. Green, like on this Araven cutting board 404x304x24mm, always means 'go' for fresh fruit and salads. Red means 'stop and use for raw meat only', blue for raw fish, and so on.
By giving each food type its own dedicated board, you stop harmful bacteria from raw chicken, for example, from ever touching the lettuce for your salad. Araven's permanent coloured corners make this system foolproof. Even a new starter on their first day can see at a glance which board to use, making your kitchen instantly safer and keeping the health inspector happy.
Who Should Buy This?
- Cafés & Coffee Shops: Perfect for slicing lemons, preparing fruit garnishes, and ensuring your veggie prep is always safe and separate.
- Restaurants & Bistros: An essential for the salad and veg station to maintain strict HACCP protocols during busy services.
- Sandwich Bars & Delis: Ideal for prepping mountains of salad and vegetables quickly and hygienically, preventing flavour transfer.
- Contract Caterers & Canteens: A durable, colour-coded chopping board for restaurants or schools that ensures large-scale food prep stays compliant and safe.
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