Food Service Thermometers

Food service thermometers are essential tools in any commercial kitchen, ensuring that food is cooked, held, and stored at safe temperatures. These thermometers help prevent undercooking or overcooking and play a key role in maintaining food safety standards by reducing the risk of foodborne illness. They are widely used for checking internal meat temperatures, verifying holding temperatures on buffet lines, and monitoring refrigerator and freezer conditions.

There are several types of thermometers used in food service operations, including probe thermometers, infrared (non-contact) models, oven-safe dial thermometers, and digital instant-read devices. Each type serves a specific purpose—for example, probe thermometers are great for checking internal meat temperatures, while infrared thermometers are ideal for quickly measuring surface heat on grills or hot pans. Many commercial-grade thermometers are waterproof, shatter-resistant, and NSF Certified to meet rigorous health code standards.

Proper calibration and regular cleaning are important to maintain accuracy and hygiene. Depending on your kitchen’s workflow, you may want a combination of thermometer styles to handle various tasks throughout prep, cooking, and storage. If you’re unsure which food service thermometer best suits your operation, give us a call at 1-855-380-6342 or visit our Contact Us page—we’re happy to help you find the right tools to meet safety and efficiency requirements.