Pizza Prep Counters Aren’t Just for Pizza

When most people hear pizza prep counter, they immediately think of a busy pizzeria with chefs stretching dough and topping it with fresh ingredients. While that’s certainly a classic use, these versatile refrigeration units offer far more than just pizza-making convenience. From salad bars to sandwich stations and deli counters, pizza prep counters can transform how a wide range of food businesses serve, store, and prepare meals.

At DS Refrigeration, we supply a variety of prep counters that help businesses streamline operations, improve food safety, and maximise customer satisfaction. Here’s why these units are worth considering for more than just pizza.

1. Perfect for Salad Bars

Healthy eating is here to stay, and many cafés and restaurants are boosting their menus with fresh salads. A pizza prep counter provides:

• Refrigerated GN pans that keep vegetables, proteins, and dressings at safe temperatures. 
• Easy access for staff to build customised salads quickly during busy service hours. 
• Ample storage space underneath for restocking ingredients on the fly.

With everything in one place, staff can assemble fresh, appealing salads in seconds – increasing efficiency and keeping customers happy. 

2. Sandwich & Wrap Stations

Deli-style sandwiches and wraps require a variety of fillings, from meats and cheeses to sauces and garnishes. A pizza prep counter doubles as the perfect sandwich station because: 

• The chilled top compartments make sure perishable items stay fresh. 
• The wide prep surface allows plenty of space for bread, wraps, or baguettes. 
• Built-in under-counter refrigeration ensures quick replenishment when demand is high. 

This setup is especially useful for cafés, delis, and grab-and-go businesses where speed and quality are key. 

3. Ideal for Deli Counters

Many deli counters need a workstation that combines food safety with efficient layout. Pizza prep counters tick the boxes by: 

• Offering flexibility for storing and preparing meats, cheeses, antipasti, or even desserts. 
• Keeping everything within reach to reduce handling time. 
• Providing a professional stainless-steel finish that’s durable and easy to clean. 

They’re a smart investment for businesses looking to keep up with customer expectations of freshness and speed. 

4. Cost-Effective & Versatile

One of the main advantages of pizza prep counters is their versatility. Instead of buying separate equipment for different tasks, one unit can adapt to multiple uses. This not only saves money but also helps maximise space in a commercial kitchen.

And let’s not forget – they still perform brilliantly for their original purpose: making pizza prep faster, safer, and more organised. 

Final Thoughts

Pizza prep counters are far from being a single-use piece of equipment. They’re a multi-functional solution for businesses in hospitality, retail, and food service. Whether you’re running a salad bar, sandwich shop, deli, or pizzeria, investing in one can help you boost efficiency, maintain food safety standards, and delight your customers.

At DS Refrigeration, we supply and install a wide range of Coldstar pizza prep counters designed to suit different business needs.

📞 Contact our team today on 028 3751 1425 or email us on sales@ds-refrigeration.co.uk to find the right prep counter for your business.