Stands

A stand allows food products to be presented in a vertical dimension, saving table space and creating a visually impressive table setting. In restaurants and cafés, stands are used to display cakes and desserts, in hotel breakfast areas – to offer fruits and small pastries, and at banquets – to decorate the final table with sweets. BHS offers a wide range of stands for HoReCa needs across Europe.

Types of stands and their use

Cake stands – a flat platform on a base for the aesthetic presentation of cakes or gateaux to guests. Multi-tiered stands – two-tier or three-tier constructions that allow several products to be presented simultaneously – small pastries, baked goods, fruits or sandwich platters for banquets. Fruit stands and baskets – decorative dishes for serving fruits, snacks and patisserie products. Baskets for bread and small pastries at the table. Cake stands with a dome – for presentation in patisserie display cases or at the table. The BHS stand range is suitable for both elegant restaurants and everyday café use.

Materials and design

Stainless steel and chrome stands – durable, easy to clean, with a classic look for banquets and hotels. Black metal stands – modern industrial or minimalist design, popular in loft and boutique cafés. Wood and bamboo stands – organic and natural aesthetics, ideal for premium cafés and eco concepts. Porcelain and ceramic stands – elegant appearance for classic restaurants and fine dining. Plastic and acrylic stands – an economical alternative with a wide colour range. All BHS stands use materials that meet food contact requirements and are easy to maintain in intensive HoReCa use.

HACCP and hygiene in stand maintenance

Stands that come into contact with food must be washed and disinfected after each use – food products can leave odours and colour stains on the material. Wooden stands require more careful maintenance – they do not withstand high temperatures in dishwashers and must be washed by hand. Metal and plastic stands usually withstand machine washing. Decorative stands for banquet tables that do not come into contact with unpackaged food require only visual cleaning. BHS offers stands that are easy to clean and meet HoReCa hygiene standards.

HoReCa usage scenarios

A multi-tiered stand with cakes and muffins in a patisserie display case – the main impulse purchase stimulator. A banquet final table with a pyramid-shaped stand, arranged with fruits and chocolate confections – a visual central element. A restaurant table with a cake stand for dessert presentation – an elegant and service-facilitating solution. A café counter stand with fresh pastries and muffins – compact presentation in a high-traffic area. BHS helps choose the most suitable stand for each HoReCa format across Europe. We also offer consultations on creating table setting compositions.

Frequently asked questions

What size stand should be chosen for cake presentation? The diameter of the cake stand platform should be 2–5 cm larger than the cake’s diameter so that the cake stands stably and is visually appealing. The BHS range includes stands of various sizes for cakes – from 20 cm mini cakes to large wedding cake versions.

Are multi-tiered stands suitable for banquet tables? Yes, multi-tiered stands are a popular choice for banquets – they allow vertical space to be used efficiently, present several products simultaneously and create a visually impressive table decoration. BHS offers multi-tiered stands in various sizes and styles.

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.