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Hygiplas
Hygiplas Serrated Slicer Knife 24.8cm Colour-Coded
£8.56(£10.27 inc VAT)
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The Hygiplas serrated slicer is a stainless steel kitchen knife designed for slicing tasks where a straight blade would compress or tear the food. The serrated edge grips the surface and draws through with a sawing motion, which is particularly effective on foods with a firmer crust or skin and a softer interior — bread, tomatoes, cooked meats, and similar items.
In a working kitchen, this kind of blade consistency matters. Staff can produce even slices without applying excessive downward pressure, which reduces fatigue during repetitive prep and keeps portions more uniform across service. The serrated edge also tends to stay serviceable for longer between sharpenings than a plain blade used on the same tasks.
The handle is colour-coded and dishwasher-safe, which makes it straightforward to slot into an existing colour-coding system for allergen management and cross-contamination control. Keeping a dedicated colour for a specific food group — or a specific allergen — helps staff make the right choice quickly, particularly during busy prep periods when there is less time to think.
- Stainless steel serrated blade for consistent slicing without tearing
- Colour-coded handle supports allergen and cross-contamination protocols
- Dishwasher-safe construction simplifies end-of-service cleaning
- Suited to bread, cooked meats, tomatoes, and similar produce
- Reduces hand pressure required during repetitive slicing prep
This knife is well suited to catering operations of any size that follow a colour-coding system — from school kitchens and care homes through to hotel and restaurant prep sections. If you are building out a full set across multiple food groups or allergen categories, it is worth discussing your requirements with us to make sure you have the right colours covered.
Frequently asked questions
What foods is a serrated slicer most suitable for in a commercial kitchen?
A serrated slicer works best on foods where a plain blade would compress or drag rather than cut cleanly — bread, tomatoes, citrus, cooked roasts, and similar items with a firmer exterior and softer interior. For general vegetable prep or fine butchery work, a plain-edged knife is usually more appropriate.
How does colour-coding help with allergen management in practice?
Assigning a specific handle colour to each food group or allergen category means staff can identify the correct knife at a glance without needing to read labels or ask. It also makes it easier to spot if a knife has been returned to the wrong area after cleaning, which is a common point of cross-contamination risk in busy kitchens.
Can serrated blades be resharpened, and how does maintenance work?
Serrated blades can be resharpened, but the process requires a tapered or specialist serrated sharpening tool rather than a standard steel or flat whetstone. In practice, many kitchens find that a quality serrated blade retains its edge through normal use for a considerable time before resharpening becomes necessary.
Capacity and performance
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
- Material
- Stainless Steel
£8.56(£10.27 inc VAT)
£8.56(£10.27 inc VAT)
The Hygiplas serrated slicer is a stainless steel kitchen knife designed for slicing tasks where a straight blade would compress or tear the food. The serrated edge grips the surface and draws through with a sawing motion, which is particularly effective on foods with a firmer crust or skin and a softer interior — bread, tomatoes, cooked meats, and similar items.
In a working kitchen, this kind of blade consistency matters. Staff can produce even slices without applying excessive downward pressure, which reduces fatigue during repetitive prep and keeps portions more uniform across service. The serrated edge also tends to stay serviceable for longer between sharpenings than a plain blade used on the same tasks.
The handle is colour-coded and dishwasher-safe, which makes it straightforward to slot into an existing colour-coding system for allergen management and cross-contamination control. Keeping a dedicated colour for a specific food group — or a specific allergen — helps staff make the right choice quickly, particularly during busy prep periods when there is less time to think.
- Stainless steel serrated blade for consistent slicing without tearing
- Colour-coded handle supports allergen and cross-contamination protocols
- Dishwasher-safe construction simplifies end-of-service cleaning
- Suited to bread, cooked meats, tomatoes, and similar produce
- Reduces hand pressure required during repetitive slicing prep
This knife is well suited to catering operations of any size that follow a colour-coding system — from school kitchens and care homes through to hotel and restaurant prep sections. If you are building out a full set across multiple food groups or allergen categories, it is worth discussing your requirements with us to make sure you have the right colours covered.
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