Cutting Boards

Best Cutting Boards for Commercial Kitchens

Cutting boards are fundamental prep surfaces for restaurants, catering operations, and commercial kitchens where food safety and durability are non-negotiable. From color-coded plastic boards that support HACCP cross-contamination protocols to premium wood boards for carving stations and front-of-house presentations, the right cutting boards combine sanitary performance with the durability to withstand daily commercial use. Quality cutting surfaces protect knife edges, provide stable work areas, and help kitchens maintain food safety compliance.

The category includes polyethylene and polypropylene plastic boards for economical everyday prep, co-polymer boards that combine durability with knife-friendliness, thermoplastic boards for heavy-duty applications, wood cutting boards in maple, cherry, walnut, and teak for premium prep and presentation, butcher blocks for meat cutting and carving stations, chopping blocks with extra thickness for heavy-duty tasks, and flexible cutting mats for lightweight portability. Color-coded options in blue, red, green, yellow, brown, and white support protein and produce separation protocols. Features include juice retention grooves, integrated handles, non-slip grips, and hanging hooks.

We offer cutting boards from trusted commercial brands including Admiral Craft, John Boos, TableCraft, Teakhaus, and Winco.

Why Choose Commercial Cutting Boards?

Color-coded systems prevent cross-contamination. Industry-standard color coding designates specific boards for raw meat (red), poultry (yellow), seafood (blue), produce (green), dairy (white), and cooked foods (brown). This simple visual system helps kitchen staff maintain proper separation and supports HACCP compliance during health inspections.

Material selection matches your application. Plastic and co-polymer boards offer economical durability and easy sanitization for high-volume prep, while wood boards provide superior knife-friendliness and natural antimicrobial properties. Rubber boards cushion knife impacts for extended cutting sessions. Matching materials to tasks optimizes both food safety and equipment longevity.

NSF-certified construction meets commercial standards. Commercial cutting boards built to NSF standards ensure food-safe materials, proper surface characteristics, and cleanability that satisfies health code requirements. NSF certification provides confidence that boards will pass inspection and perform safely in foodservice environments.

What to Look for in Cutting Boards

Selecting the right cutting boards depends on your prep tasks, food safety protocols, and presentation requirements. Matching these factors ensures optimal performance and compliance.

Some things to consider when shopping for cutting boards include:

• Board type (cutting board, butcher block, chopping block, or flexible mat)
• Material (polyethylene, polypropylene, co-polymer, thermoplastic, rubber, or wood)
• Color coding for HACCP compliance
• Size and thickness
• Features (juice grooves, handles, non-slip grip, hanging hooks)
• Rigid or flexible construction
• NSF certification
• And more!

The right cutting boards match your prep volume and food safety requirements while providing the durability and knife-friendliness your kitchen demands. Most operations stock multiple board types, sizes, and colors to cover their full range of prep tasks.

Shop Cutting Boards Today

Cutting boards deliver the safe, durable prep surfaces commercial kitchens need for efficient food preparation. Plastic, co-polymer, and wood options in color-coded varieties support every prep task and food safety protocol.

Explore all your options, or browse our cutting board racks & accessories for storage and maintenance solutions, or our kitchen hand tools for prep essentials. Have questions? Reach out through our contact page today. We're always happy to help you equip your kitchen!