BFES was delighted to work with the team at Hambledon Vineyard to enhance the functionality and appearance of their kitchen pass area. As with many busy hospitality environments, the existing layout had become cluttered and lacked the clean, professional presentation expected within a premium dining setting.
The Challenge
The hot pass area had become visually busy, with equipment and fixtures creating an untidy appearance when viewed from the restaurant’s chef’s table. The objective was to create a more streamlined and organised workspace while maintaining operational efficiency for the kitchen team.
The Solution
Working closely with Hambledon Vineyard, our team redesigned the pass area to improve both functionality and presentation.
The project included:
- Removal of the existing gantry and salamander
- Installation of a new continuous worktop over the hot cupboards
- Supply and installation of a bespoke 3-metre gantry
- Installation of a closed table over the existing bench refrigeration units
- Reconfiguration of the pass area to create a cleaner, more organised workspace
The new layout was carefully designed to provide a professional finish while ensuring the kitchen team retained an efficient service area during busy periods.
The Result
The completed project has transformed the appearance of the pass area, creating a crisp, clean and modern presentation that complements the high standards associated with Hambledon Vineyard. Guests seated at the chef’s table now enjoy a far clearer view into the kitchen, enhancing the overall dining experience while allowing the kitchen team to operate within a practical and well-organised environment.
This project demonstrates BFES’s ability to combine practical kitchen design with thoughtful fabrication solutions that improve both operational performance and customer experience.
The Solution
Our experienced team supplied and installed a range of premium commercial catering equipment, alongside bespoke stainless steel fabrication tailored to the kitchen layout and operational requirements.
Equipment supplied and installed included:
- Rational iCombi Pro 20 Grid Combination Oven
- Blue Seal Induction Range
- Blue Seal Fryer
- Classeq Dishwasher
- Foster Roll-In Refrigerator
- Two Three-Door Refrigerated Preparation Benches
- Bespoke Stainless Steel Fabrication
All equipment was carefully positioned, installed and commissioned to create an efficient and practical working environment for the catering team.
The Result
Despite the challenging three-week programme and budget constraints, BFES successfully completed the project on time and to specification. The new kitchen provides the Hampshire Suite with a reliable, high-performance catering facility capable of supporting large-scale hospitality and event operations.
The completed installation demonstrates BFES’s ability to deliver high-quality commercial catering solutions within demanding timescales, without compromising on workmanship, functionality or customer service.
