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Commercial Grade Stainless Steel Plating Spoon Engineered for Precise Sauce Control and Presentation
The Mercer Culinary M35139 Slotted Bowl Plating Spoon is designed for chefs who require controlled draining, accurate placement, and clean presentation during final plate assembly. Constructed from durable 18/8 stainless steel, its slotted bowl allows excess liquid, oil, or sauce to drain away while maintaining precise handling of garnishes, vegetables, proteins, and composed ingredients.
Technical Specifications & Engineering Data
| Specification Metric | Commercial Field Tested Data |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer Brand | Mercer Culinary |
| Model / Series Line | M35139 |
| Material Composition | 18/8 Stainless Steel |
| Utensil Type | Professional Plating Spoon |
| Bowl Configuration | Slotted Bowl |
| Style Size | 9" Slotted Bowl |
| Overall Dimensions | 11" Long × 1" Wide |
| Product Weight | 0.09 kg |
| Color / Finish | Silver Stainless Steel |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Dishwasher Safe | No |
| Recommended Care | Hand Wash |
Core Operational Features
Controlled Liquid Separation: The slotted bowl allows excess oils, broths, and sauces to drain before ingredients are placed on the plate, supporting cleaner presentation and more accurate portioning.
18/8 Stainless Steel Construction: Manufactured from corrosion-resistant stainless steel for dependable strength, surface stability, and repeated use in professional foodservice environments.
Precision Plating Profile: The narrow bowl and elongated form provide the control needed to position small components, garnishes, vegetables, and proteins with greater accuracy.
Balanced Professional Handling: The extended handle supports controlled movement across the plate while helping keep the operator’s hand clear of sauces and finished food components.
Service-Ready Durability: Built for repeated plating, tasting, and finishing tasks during high-volume kitchen service without relying on coatings or fragile decorative materials.
Professional Applications
Ideal for restaurant pass stations, tasting menus, banquet plating, culinary competitions, catering operations, and refined home presentation. It can be used to drain and place vegetables, arrange garnishes, transfer delicate ingredients, portion small components, and finish composed plates with greater control.
Why Professionals Choose It
The Mercer Culinary M35139 gives chefs a practical balance of drainage, reach, and placement accuracy. Its slotted stainless steel bowl helps reduce unwanted liquid on the plate while supporting the precise movements required for consistent presentation across multiple covers.
Care & Maintenance
Hand wash with warm water and mild detergent after use. Rinse thoroughly and dry immediately to preserve the stainless steel finish. Avoid harsh abrasives, steel wool, and prolonged soaking. This utensil is not listed as dishwasher safe.