Zodiac 20cm Oil Skimmer St Steel for Catering & Takeaways

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Upgrade your kitchen equipment with the Zodiac 20cm Stainless Steel Oil Skimmer, designed for busy restaurants, takeaways, and commercial kitchens. Made from durable stainless steel, this skimmer features a fine 30-mesh head that effortlessly removes food debris, oil, and impurities from fryers, woks, and stock pots.

Its 20cm (8-inch) circular design provides excellent coverage, while the long, sturdy handle ensures safety and control in high-heat cooking environments. Perfect for deep-frying, blanching, and general food preparation, making it a must-have tool for catering professionals.

Key Features

  • Premium stainless steel construction for long-lasting use
  • 20cm / 8-inch circular head with 30-mesh for fine straining
  • Ideal for restaurants, takeaways, and catering kitchens
  • Removes oil, crumbs, and impurities efficiently
  • Durable handle for safe and comfortable use
  • Suitable for deep-frying, wok cooking, and boiling

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Specifications

The Zodiac 20cm Stainless Steel Oil Skimmer (30 Mesh) is a professional-grade tool designed for the fast-paced demands of restaurants, takeaways, food trucks, catering companies, and commercial kitchens. Built from premium stainless steel, this skimmer delivers outstanding durability, corrosion resistance, and reliable performance in high-temperature environments.

Its 20cm (8-inch) circular head with 30-mesh fine straining ensures precise removal of crumbs, oil residue, and small food particles—perfect for maintaining clean frying oil, improving food quality, and extending the life of your fryer. The long, sturdy handle provides comfort and safety, reducing heat transfer while giving full control during cooking.

This skimmer is an essential tool for deep-frying, blanching, and boiling, making it ideal for chefs who demand efficiency and hygiene in every workflow.


Key Features

  • High-quality stainless steel for durability and hygiene
  • 20cm / 8-inch circular head suitable for commercial fryers and pots
  • 30-mesh fine filter removes small particles and keeps oil cleaner longer
  • Ideal for restaurants, takeaways, catering services, food trucks
  • Perfect for deep-frying, wok cooking, blanching, steaming, boiling
  • Heat-resistant handle ensures safe and comfortable use
  • Lightweight yet strong, designed for professional daily use
  • Easy to clean and maintain; dishwasher-safe
  • Helps reduce waste by extending frying oil life
  • Suitable for handling chips, fried chicken, dumplings, noodles, tempura, and more
  • Not suitable for dishwasher use – hand wash recommended

Why Chefs Choose This Skimmer

  • Enhances food quality by removing burnt crumbs
  • Keeps oil clear and improves taste consistency
  • Reduces kitchen costs by improving oil lifespan
  • Built to withstand demanding kitchen environments
  • Trusted by chefs in restaurants, takeaways, and catering kitchens

Delivery

Royal Mail’s Tracked 24® Cut of time 3 PM

📦 Delivery Aim

Royal Mail’s Tracked 24® is their premium next-day tracked parcel delivery service within the UK. Next working day delivery after posting (including Saturdays). It’s an aim, not a guarantee — most parcels arrive next day, but not 100%.

⏰ Delivery Times

Monday to Saturday, usually by 4:30 pm for most addresses.
Rural / remote areas may receive deliveries later in the day.

📍 Postcode Coverage

Tracked 24 is available for almost all UK postcodes.

Some remote locations (e.g. Scottish Highlands, islands, Isle of Man, Channel Islands, BFPOs) may take longer than next-day.

Returns

Cateringbase Ltd – 30-Day Returns Policy

At Cateringbase Ltd, we want you to be happy with your purchase. If you need to return an item, please review the policy below.

1) Returns Window

You may return most items within 30 days of the delivery date.

2) Return Eligibility

To qualify for a return, the item must be:

  • Unused and in resaleable condition
  • In the original packaging, including all protective inserts, labels, manuals, and accessories
  • Free from damage, markings, scratches, stains, or signs of use

We may refuse returns that do not meet these requirements.

3) Non-Returnable Items

For hygiene and safety reasons, the following items may not be returned unless faulty:

  • Items that have been installed, used, or modified
  • Customised or made-to-order products
  • Clearance or final-sale items (where clearly marked)
  • Items that cannot be resold due to hygiene or food-contact handling once opened (where applicable)
4) How to Request a Return

To start a return, please contact us within 30 days and provide:

  • Your order number
  • The item(s) you want to return
  • The reason for return (optional but helpful)
  • Photos (required if the item is faulty or damaged)

We will confirm your return approval and provide instructions for returning the item.

5) Return Shipping Costs
  • If you are returning an item because you changed your mind, you are responsible for the return shipping cost.
  • If the item is faulty, damaged in transit, or incorrect, Cateringbase Ltd will cover return shipping (or offer a suitable alternative solution).

We recommend using a tracked delivery service, as we cannot be responsible for returns lost in transit.

6) Refunds

Once the returned item is received and inspected, we will process your refund to the original payment method.

Refunds are typically issued within 5–10 business days after inspection, depending on your bank or payment provider.

Please note:
Original delivery charges are non-refundable unless the item is faulty or incorrect.

7) Exchanges

If you would like an exchange, we can arrange this subject to stock availability. If the replacement item has a different price, we will confirm any balance due or refund owed.

8) Damaged or Incorrect Items

If your item arrives damaged or you receive the wrong item, please contact us within 48 hours of delivery and include clear photos of:

  • The item
  • The packaging
  • Any visible damage

We will resolve the issue as quickly as possible.

9) Return Address

Return details will be provided once your return is approved.
Please do not send items back without contacting us first.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Zodiac 20cm Stainless Steel Oil Skimmer used for?

It is used to remove food debris, oil residue, and impurities from fryers, woks, and boiling pots. It’s ideal for deep-frying and fine straining in restaurant and takeaway kitchens.

Is this skimmer suitable for commercial use?

Yes. The stainless steel construction and 30-mesh design make it perfect for heavy, daily use in commercial kitchens, catering services, and takeaways.

What does 30 mesh mean?

30 mesh refers to the fine metal grid that filters smaller particles. A higher mesh count means finer straining, making it ideal for oil cleaning and deep-frying.

What size is the skimmer?

The skimmer has a 20cm (8-inch) circular head, offering wide coverage for efficient straining in large pots and fryers.

Is stainless steel safe for high-heat cooking?

Yes. Stainless steel is heat-resistant, durable, and hygienic, making it one of the safest materials for use in fryers and high-temperature cooking.