KitchenAid Gourmet 11-Piece Knife Set with Block
Product Description
The KitchenAid Gourmet 11-piece knife set is a practical, all-round collection covering the core cutting tasks that daily food preparation demands. The set includes a chef's knife, bread knife, santoku,...
Specifications
- Dimensions
- 330(H) x 140(W) x 207(D)mm
- Material
- Steel
- Weight
- 3.708kg
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Product Description
The KitchenAid Gourmet 11-piece knife set is a practical, all-round collection covering the core cutting tasks that daily food preparation demands. The set includes a chef's knife, bread knife, santoku, paring knife, six steak knives, and a pair of utility shears, all housed in a birchwood block with an integrated sharpening rod. It is a self-contained solution for kitchens that need a consistent, ready-to-use knife block rather than a curated selection of individually specified professional blades.
The blades are forged from high-carbon Japanese steel, semi-polished and hardened to hold a working edge through regular use. Triple-riveted handles are ergonomically shaped for comfort during extended prep sessions — a consideration that matters more in a catering environment than occasional domestic use. The sharpening rod built into the block makes honing straightforward to build into daily habits, which helps maintain cutting performance between professional sharpenings.
From an operational standpoint, the set offers:
- A full-size chef's knife and santoku covering the majority of prep and portioning work
- A bread knife suited to breakfast and bakery service
- A paring knife for detailed vegetable and fruit preparation
- Six steak knives suitable for front-of-house table settings
- Utility shears for herbs, packaging, and general kitchen tasks
The knives are dishwasher safe, though hand washing and prompt drying will preserve edge retention and handle condition over time — worth factoring into cleaning routines if longevity is a priority.
This set is well suited to smaller catering operations, B&B kitchens, café prep areas, and hospitality environments that need a reliable everyday knife block. For higher-volume professional kitchens or more specialised cutting work, a professional-grade knife range is likely to be more appropriate.
If you are building out a smallwares order or want to talk through whether this set fits your prep requirements, the team is glad to help.
Key Features
- High-carbon Japanese steel blades hardened for sustained edge retention
- Birchwood storage block with integrated honing rod included
- Triple-riveted ergonomic handles designed for extended prep use
- 11-piece set covering prep, portioning, service, and general tasks
- Dishwasher-safe construction with hand-wash recommendation for longevity
Operational Benefits
- Covers core prep and service tasks without specialist blades cluttering the block
- Integrated sharpening rod supports consistent blade maintenance between services
- Ergonomic handles reduce fatigue during back-to-back prep sessions
- Self-contained block keeps knives organised and safely stored between shifts
- Steak knives included, removing the need for a separate front-of-house purchase
Specifications
- Dimensions
- 330(H) x 140(W) x 207(D)mm
- Material
- Steel
- Weight
- 3.708kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- It is well suited to smaller catering operations, café kitchens, and hospitality prep areas where a reliable all-round knife block is needed for daily use. For high-volume or highly specialised professional kitchens, a dedicated professional knife range would typically offer greater durability and task-specific performance.
- The knives are dishwasher safe, but hand washing and drying immediately after use will preserve edge retention and protect the handles over time. The sharpening rod housed in the block is intended for regular honing rather than full sharpening — periodic professional sharpening is still recommended for working knives in regular commercial use.
- The six steak knives included in the set are suitable for table settings in smaller hospitality operations. For larger dining rooms or higher covers, additional steak knife sets would need to be sourced separately to ensure sufficient stock through service.