Stepping up your kitchen prep doesn't have to be a faff. Meet the Caterlite Commercial Food Processor, a seriously versatile bit of kit designed to make light work of chopping, blending, and puréeing. It's a proper workhorse for smaller kitchens, combining the power you need with a footprint that won't take over your entire counter. If you're tired of prepping everything by hand but not quite ready for a giant, industrial machine, this is your perfect middle ground.
Built for the hustle and bustle of cafes, delis, and small restaurants, this multi-function processor packs a punch with its 750W motor and generous 2-litre bowl. It comes with a separate 1.8-litre blender jar, meaning you can whip up a smoothie or soup just as easily as you can blitz ingredients for a pâté. The five speed settings, plus that all-important pulse function, give you total control over the texture of your creations, from chunky salsas to silky-smooth sauces.
With its smart stainless steel housing and double safety switch, the Caterlite is as sturdy as it is simple to use. It’s an affordable, reliable, and incredibly useful tool that will save you bags of time on daily prep, letting you focus on the cooking itself. Ready to give your knife skills a well-earned rest? This machine is raring to go.
Beyond the impressive spec sheet, choosing a Caterlite product is an investment in practical, everyday reliability. For over 15 years, Caterlite has been the go-to brand for small to medium-sized businesses in the UK that need dependable equipment without the eye-watering price tag of premium brands. This Commercial Food Processor embodies that philosophy perfectly. It's not about unnecessary bells and whistles; it's about providing a solid, trustworthy tool that saves you time and manual labour, day in and day out. Think of it as an extra pair of hands in the kitchen—one that never calls in sick and consistently delivers great results, freeing up your team to focus on service and creativity.
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The Garden Pantry, a bustling deli in Norwich, was struggling to keep up with demand for their homemade sandwich fillings and daily soups. Their team was spending hours each morning manually chopping vegetables, which was becoming a real bottleneck.
"We needed something that could speed up our prep without costing a fortune or taking up half the kitchen. The Caterlite unit has been brilliant. It's straightforward, powerful enough for everything we throw at it, and the team picked it up in minutes."
Mark Davies – Owner, The Garden Pantry
By automating their daily chopping and blending, The Garden Pantry cut its morning prep time by over 30%, allowing them to expand their menu and serve customers faster during the lunchtime rush.
Ever tried to roughly chop an onion in a processor and ended up with onion soup? That's where the pulse function comes in. Instead of a continuous, powerful spin that quickly purées everything, 'pulsing' gives you short, sharp bursts of power that you control. Think of it like tapping a light switch on and off versus flicking it on and leaving it. This control is brilliant for things like salsas, breadcrumbs, or roughly chopping nuts, where you want to break ingredients down without turning them into a paste. It lets you stop and check the consistency, ensuring you get the perfect texture every single time.
Q: How many speed settings does this food processor have?
A: It comes with five distinct speed settings, plus a separate pulse function for greater control over texture.
Q: Can I make smoothies in this machine?
A: Absolutely. It includes a separate 1.8-litre blender jar which is perfect for making smoothies, shakes, and soups.
Q: What is the main bowl's capacity?
A: The main multi-function bowl has a generous 2-litre capacity, ideal for small to medium-sized batches.
Q: Is it safe to operate?
A: Yes, it features a double safety switch system, which means the motor will not engage unless both the bowl and the lid are securely locked in place.
Q: What are the bowl and jug made from?
A: Both the main bowl and the blender jar are made from durable, food-safe plastic.
Q: Is this model suitable for a very large, busy restaurant?
A: This is an excellent light-duty commercial food processor, best suited for smaller operations like cafes, delis, and pubs. For very high-volume kitchens, you might consider a larger model.
Q: How do I clean the machine?
A: The removable parts should be washed by hand in warm, soapy water. The main base unit should only be wiped down with a damp cloth and never submerged.
Q: Does it come with different blades?
A: This model comes with the standard chopping blade for the main bowl and the blending blade in the jug, making it a versatile multi-function unit for most core tasks.
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