Hand Mixer

A hand mixer, or immersion blender, is one of the most versatile pieces of professional kitchen equipment — it allows homogenizing, smoothing and blending food directly in the pot, without the need to transfer the mixture to a blender. This is a faster, safer and more hygienic solution for processing large volumes of hot soups or sauces. BHS offers hand mixers to HoReCa businesses across Europe.

Types and parameters of hand mixers

Light-duty hand mixer (300–450 W) — suitable for smaller volumes and thicker, but not very coarse, mixtures. Ideal for homogenizing soups, sauces and dessert purées. Medium-power mixer (450–700 W) — the standard for most professional kitchens. Withstands prolonged use and works with thicker mixtures such as bulgur sauce, nut pastes and thick soups. High-power mixer (700–1000+ W) — for large-scale industrial or high-intensity kitchens. Handles the heaviest mixtures without overheating. Mixer with interchangeable attachments — models with removable attachments for blending, whisking (for whipped cream) and chopping functions in one device. Mixer with extension — for convenient processing of deep pots without the risk of splashing. BHS helps choose the right power model.

Use in professional kitchens

Soups — one of the main functions of a hand mixer. Hot soups can be blended directly in the pan or pot more safely than transferring hot liquid to a blender. Sauces and béchamel — homogenizing and smoothing directly in the saucepan. Purées and creams — for preparing sweet and savoury purées, mousse and panna cotta. Cocktails and drinks — some hand mixers are also designed for mixing and homogenizing cold drinks. Marinades — for quick homogenization of spices and oil. BHS provides a wide range of hand mixers for different applications.

Safety and HACCP

Working with a hand mixer in hot mixtures requires caution — splashes from hot liquids can cause burns. The blender head should be fully immersed in the mixture before switching on to prevent splashing. Working with a high-power mixer also requires cut-resistant gloves if the head with blades is disassembled for cleaning. After each use, the mixer should be cleaned — the stainless steel head can be washed with hot water. BHS helps choose safe models with an ergonomic handle and appropriate safety features.

HoReCa usage scenarios

In a restaurant with a daily soup menu, the chef uses a hand mixer directly in a 20-litre pot, blending hot soup portions without transferring — saving 15–20 minutes per soup batch. In a café offering smoothie and smoothie bowls, the hand mixer quickly processes fruit mixtures directly in the serving dish. In a dessert factory, a hand mixer with a whisk attachment prepares whipped cream and mousse mixtures intensively and quickly. In a high-productivity canteen, the hand mixer is the main tool in the soup preparation process — speed and convenience.

Frequently asked questions

What power should I choose? 300–450 W — for small kitchens with low volume or thick but small mixtures. 500–700 W — the standard for HoReCa kitchens with medium volume. 700+ W — for large kitchens with high workloads or very thick mixture processing. BHS helps choose the right power based on volume and usage intensity.

Can a hand mixer replace a stationary blender? For delicate preparations (e.g., very smooth hot mixtures), a stationary blender may give better results. A hand mixer is faster and more convenient for larger volumes as it does not require transferring. BHS helps choose between the two types of equipment based on menu needs.

Why choose BHS?

BHS – Baltic HoReCa Solutions supplies professional equipment for restaurants, cafés, hotels and canteens: more than 20,000 products from many manufacturers. Our specialists help you choose the right equipment and spare parts for your kitchen or bar.

Delivery

We deliver across the European Union. Delivery time and cost depend on the order volume and destination — contact the BHS team for an exact price and lead time.