Caterers, buffets or other foodservice establishments that occasionally set out different food items for customers to serve themselves should consider a countertop fried food holding station.  These food warmers utilize overhead heating elements to keep foods warm until served. When selecting this type of warming and holding equipment, you will want to consider the overall dimensions and wattage of the unit when making a decision. Most countertop fry dump stations have either one or two overhead heating bulbs or strips that are positioned about a foot above the base, some units also have a heated bottom plate to increase the heating efficiency.  A countertop fry dump station that also utilizes forced air circulation is a great space saving option for restaurants that serve a high volume of fried food.