What’s the best way to organize the freezer for a busy café?

Use a simple zoning system that reduces door-open time and makes FIFO easy:

Middle shelves = fast pick: keep your highest-frequency items here in GN pans or baskets (chips portions, desserts, gluten-free bread, plant-based items).

Top shelf = light, infrequent items: small boxes, backup desserts, ice packs, items you only grab once or twice a day.

Bottom shelf = heavy, bulky items: sealed bags/boxes that are awkward to lift (bulk chips, large packs). This reduces the risk of dropping items and keeps heavier loads low.

Allergen and dietary separation: dedicate one clearly labelled shelf or basket to allergen-controlled items (for example gluten-free) to help with HACCP checks.

One-touch labelling: label the shelf edge (not just the box) and date-label the pan/basket. Keep “use first” stock at the front and new deliveries behind.

If you regularly switch between delivery days (bulk) and service days (fast-pick), keep one shelf position “spare” so you can temporarily park a delivery box while you decant into pans or baskets.

Read the full guide: Unifrost F410SS Upright Freezer Shelf and GN Pan Setup Guide for New Owners.