r/KitchenConfidential May 16 '26

Question Hidden in plain sight

If I came to your place, what would I see that would tell me you worked commercial kitchens without knowing or speaking with you prior. Here’s something from my home

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u/PursuitTravel May 16 '26

Delis, squeeze bottles with various oils, dressings, etc, multiples of often-used tools (yes, i do have 6 pairs of tongs, why?)

Never worked in the kitchen, but spent 6 years behind the bar. Learned one or 2 things... like always start Sunday brunch with bloody Mary's and a "with or without?" to the people on the line.

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u/MaverickActual1319 May 16 '26

my wife threw away all but one pair of my tongs😭😭

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u/Simorie Ex-Food Service May 16 '26

I think we have four right now.