Condiment Containers 101

A condiment organizer is a versatile solution for storing and dispensing a variety of condiments in one convenient unit. These organizers typically feature multiple compartments that can hold different condiments such as barbecue sauce and ranch, making it easy for customers to access their favorite toppings.

• Common Materials - Bamboo, metal, plastic
• Usage - Countertops, beverage stations
• Benefits - Accommodates a selection of condiments in an organized manner, space-efficient design, easy to refill and access

Condiment bins are ideal for holding larger quantities of condiments. These bins usually have a larger capacity and are designed to be easily refilled as needed, making them a practical choice for high-traffic food service establishments.

• Common Materials - Bamboo, metal, plastic
• Usage - Countertops, beverage stations
• Benefits - Its versatile design holds condiments or supplies like flatware and straws, easy to refill and access

A condiment caddy is a compact and portable option for holding individual condiment packets or small bottles. These caddies are perfect for tabletop use or self-service stations where customers can grab their desired condiments conveniently.

• Common Materials - Chrome wire, galvanized metal, metal, polyethylene, stainless steel, tin
• Usage - Individual tables
• Benefits - Organizes a selection for limited use, can hold a variety of packaged condiments, promotes variety, not quantity

While primarily used for sugar packets, sugar caddies can also be repurposed to hold other condiments like salt and pepper packets. These caddies help keep tabletops clutter-free and provide a neat presentation for customers to enhance their dining experience.

• Common Materials - Bone china, ceramic, china, galvanized metal, glass, metal, plastic, porcelain, SAN plastic, stainless steel
• Usage - Individual tables
• Benefits - Perfect for offering a few different types of sweeteners, easy to refill and access, small in size and footprint

Condiment jars are a popular choice for storing a wide range of bulk condiments such as ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise, and relish. Their clear glass or plastic construction allows for easy visibility of the contents, making it simple for customers to identify and access their desired condiment.

• Common Materials - Acrylic, glass, melamine, metal, plastic, porcelain, stainless steel, wood
• Usage - Kitchens, bars, buffets, self-serve stations
• Benefits - When used with a lid, it can store food overnight, great for display, decor, or aesthetic kitchen storage, holds a wide variety of bulk foods

Milk bottles are another classic option for holding condiments like creamer, milk, or flavored syrups. Their charming design adds a nostalgic touch to any tabletop setting, enhancing the overall dining experience for customers.

• Common Materials - Glass
• Usage - Served to individual customers or tables, buffets
• Benefits - Great for display or decor, adds style to serving, holds a variety of foods, can be used to serve beverages

Countertop condiment holders are versatile storage solutions that can accommodate various condiments in one convenient place. These holders often feature multiple compartments or slots, allowing for organized storage of items like fruit garnishes, sauces, and relishes.

• Common Materials - Glass, plastic, stainless steel, wire, wood
• Usage - Countertops, kitchens, salad / sandwich / ice cream bars
• Benefits - Efficiently uses counter space, holds a wide variety of foods, available with different numbers of compartments

Sugar bowls are key for keeping sugar readily available for coffee, tea, and other beverages. These bowls typically have a lid to protect the sugar from contaminants while ensuring easy access for customers.

• Common Materials - Porcelain, stainless steel
• Usage - Individual tables, with tea orders, upscale events
• Benefits - Allows you to buy economical, bulk sweeteners, stores food overnight, easy to refill and access, available in sets with a container for creamer for hot beverage purposes

Butter dishes are perfect for holding individual servings of butter or spreads, keeping them fresh and easily accessible for customers. Their durable construction helps maintain the quality of the condiment throughout service.

• Common Materials - Melamine, porcelain
• Usage - Individual tables
• Benefits - Stores and serves butter, perfect for serving with bread, depending on the design, can hold an entire stick of butter or margarine, round dishes accommodate butter as well as other spreads

Shakers are a popular choice for dispensing dry condiments such as salt, pepper, sugar, and cheese. They typically feature perforated tops that allow for controlled sprinkling, making them ideal for tabletop use in restaurants.

• Common Materials - Aluminum, glass, plastic, stainless steel
• Usage - Kitchens, individual tables, salad / sandwich / ice cream bars
• Benefits - Perfect to use when adding a limited amount of ingredient to a dish, easy to use, allows you to economically buy in bulk

Pump dispensers are commonly used for liquid condiments like ketchup, mustard, and salad dressings. These dispensers provide portion control and reduce mess, making them a convenient option for self-serve stations or salad bars.

• Common Materials - Plastic, stainless steel
• Usage - Countertops, salad / sandwich / ice cream bars, buffets, kitchens
• Benefits - Easy to use, low-mess, comes with a variety of compartments to offer condiment variety, quick service

Pourers are designed for condiments like sugar and salt, offering a controlled pour for precision in food preparation. These dispensers are often used in commercial kitchens and tabletops for seasoning and salting dishes.

• Common Materials - Glass, plastic
• Usage - Kitchens, individual tables, beverage stations
• Benefits - Allows you to economically buy in bulk, pours a lot or a little

Squeeze bottles are pliable, cylindrical containers that dispense liquids, such as sauces and dips, from the top spout when squeezed. Their easy-to-use design makes them a popular choice for fast-paced foodservice environments.

• Common Materials - Plastic, polyethylene
• Usage - Kitchens, countertops, individual tables, buffets, food trucks, salad / sandwich / ice cream bar
• Benefits - Easy to use, won't spill, accommodates a variety of liquid foods

Gravy boats are easy-to-pour open containers, usually with a handle on one end, designed to serve and pour sauces and gravies.

• Common Materials - Bone china, china, glass, porcelain, stainless steel
• Usage - Individual tables, buffets
• Benefits - Easy to fill and use, accommodates multiple different foods, holds several servings of sauce, gravy, dressing, or other toppings

Cruets are tall containers used to store and serve oil or different types of vinegar. When cruets are not used with a lid, they are typically used with a pourer.

• Common Materials - Glass, stainless steel
• Usage - Individual tables, buffets, salad / sandwich / ice cream bars, kitchens
• Benefits - Small spout makes pouring easy, adds decorative touch to commonly used ingredients, used for vinegar and oil

Mills are specialized dispensers for condiments like salt and pepper, offering freshly ground seasonings for enhanced flavor. Often a cylindrical container that houses salt and/or pepper, and then when twisted, dispenses it.

• Common Materials - Acrylic, stainless steel, wood
• Usage - Individual tables, served at the table, kitchens
• Benefits - Easily twists to grind salt or pepper and dispense, small footprint, decorative, allows you to serve freshly ground salt or pepper

Syrup dispensers are designed specifically for dispensing syrups like maple or chocolate, making them a must-have for breakfast or dessert establishments looking to add flavor to dishes.

• Common Materials - Glass, polycarbonate, polyethylene
• Usage - Kitchens, individual tables
• Benefits - Efficient way to dispense slow-moving syrup, easy to refill and use

Ramekins and sauce cups are small containers used for serving individual portions of condiments like dipping sauces, salsa, or aioli. These versatile containers are perfect for presenting condiments alongside appetizers or main dishes.

• Common Materials - China, cast aluminum, glass, plastic, melamine, stainless steel
• Usage - Individual tables, kitchens, condiment stations
• Benefits - Very versatile, easy to fill and access, perfect for dipping, holds single serving, decorative