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List of at least 50 different pieces of equipment needed to start a donut shop.

  1. Commercial fryer

  2. Dough mixer

  3. Proofer

  4. Dough sheeter

  5. Donut cutter

  6. Donut screens

  7. Cooling racks

  8. Fryer skimmer

  9. Fryer filter machine

  10. Pastry bags and tips

  11. Rolling pins

  12. Measuring cups and spoons

  13. Baking sheets

  14. Parchment paper

  15. Silicone baking mats

  16. Pastry brushes

  17. Whisks

  18. Spatulas

  19. Mixing bowls

  20. Sifter

  21. Dough scraper

  22. Glazing station

  23. Icing warmer

  24. Chocolate tempering machine

  25. Digital kitchen scale

  26. Timer

  27. Thermometers (fryer, refrigerator, and probe)

  28. Display cases

  29. Refrigerator

  30. Freezer

  31. Worktables

  32. Storage shelves

  33. Ingredient bins

  34. Paper liners and trays

  35. Aprons and chef hats

  36. Cleaning supplies (sanitizers, detergents, etc.)

  37. Fire extinguisher

  38. Hand washing station

  39. Food safety gloves

  40. Labels for ingredient storage

  41. Packaging materials (boxes, bags, etc.)

  42. Cash register/POS system

  43. Donut shop management software

  44. Marketing materials (menus, signage, etc.)

  45. Business permits and licenses

  46. Insurance

  47. Staff training materials

  48. Customer seating and tables (if applicable)

  49. Beverage equipment (coffee maker, espresso machine, tea kettle, etc.)

  50. Ice machine

  51. Beverage dispensers

  52. Coffee grinder

  53. Utensil holder

  54. Condiment station

  55. Trash cans and recycling bins