Stephens Catering Equipment (SCE) is proud to announce our return to IFEX 2026 as an Official Sponsor, continuing a long-standing partnership with one of the most important trade events in the hospitality, foodservice and retail calendar.
As a committed supporter of IFEX for three decades, 2026 marks a significant milestone — 30 years of Stephens Catering Equipment supporting IFEX and Salon Culinaire. Over that time, we have invested more than £1 million into backing chef skills, live competitions and wider industry development, helping to raise standards and support future talent.
Supporting Skills, Competition and Innovation
At IFEX 2026, Stephens Catering Equipment will once again play a central role across the show floor, supplying professional kitchen equipment to ensure chefs and competitors can perform at the highest level in demanding, live environments.
We are proud to be the principal equipment and hygiene partner for:
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The ChefSkills Live Theatre
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Salon Culinaire competitions
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Key skills and live demonstration areas
Our support helps ensure competitors have access to reliable, high-performance equipment where consistency, speed and precision matter most.
“IFEX continues to be one of the most important trade events in the calendar for the hospitality, foodservice and retail sectors. It’s where the industry comes together to share ideas, discover innovation and see equipment put to the test in real working conditions.
Supporting the chef competitions is particularly important to us, as it allows us to back the skills, standards and talent that drive this industry forward.”
Paul Caves, Managing Director, Stephens Catering Equipment
Designed for Today’s Challenges
With operators facing increasing pressure around costs, labour availability and sustainability, the need for efficient, reliable and future-proof kitchen solutions has never been greater.
“At a time when operators are under real pressure, it’s essential that kitchens are equipped with solutions that deliver efficiency without compromising quality. At IFEX 2026, we’ll be showcasing the latest energy-efficient, labour-saving equipment and practical concepts designed to support profitability and long-term sustainability.”
Throughout the show, the SCE team will be on hand to advise, support and guide visitors on achieving the optimal foodservice solution — whether for hospitality, retail, fast food, production kitchens or beverage operations.
Equipment Highlights – Retail Sector
Visitors can explore a range of innovative solutions tailored specifically for the retail and grab-and-go market, including:
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Scrambled Egg Chef – A consumer-operated solution that prepares perfectly fluffy, fresh scrambled eggs using real ingredients in just one minute.
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Mono BakeZone – A compact, all-in-one baking and merchandising solution featuring the Minibake Pro oven, LED-lit displays and a plug-and-play setup. Ideal for cafés, retail and forecourts looking to offer fresh, on-site baking without a full kitchen.
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Stainless Steel Ubert Hot Counter with Chilled Shelf
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Hot & Cold Self-Service Island
Fast Food & Food Production Solutions
We will also be showcasing a comprehensive range of equipment for Fast Food and food production kitchens, including:
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Kettles
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Frying ranges
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Blast chillers
These solutions are designed to deliver consistency, efficiency and high output in demanding production environments.
Beverage & Bespoke Fabrication – Logan Hall
Over in Logan Hall, Stand L338, visitors can discover a host of beverage solutions, including bespoke equipment produced by our in-house fabrication department. Highlights include a custom-built cocktail station, demonstrating our capability to design and manufacture tailored solutions that fit exact operational and brand requirements.
Visit Us at IFEX 2026
We look forward to welcoming you to IFEX 2026 and discussing how Stephens Catering Equipment can support your operation with efficient, sustainable and practical foodservice solutions.
📍 Visit us at Stands E650 & L338