TT-500

Touchscreen Kitchen Timer

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Multi-Product Kitchen Timer for Every Station

The Kitchen Brains® TT-500 is an advanced, multi-product LCD touchscreen timer engineered for the rigorous pace of commercial kitchens.

Designed for use with fryers, quality holding cabinets, and grills, the TT-500 empowers restaurant operators and staff to deliver consistent, safe, and high-quality food across all dayparts.

With an intuitive picture-based touchscreen interface, the TT-500 eliminates language barriers and simplifies crew training. Operators can easily select and manage multiple food items at once, assign daypart-specific menus, and follow visual product build guides to ensure every item meets brand standards.

The TT-500 not only enhances cooking precision but also integrates critical safety and operational checks such as oil life monitoring,  hygiene reminders, and custom task scheduling.

Whether managing a single kitchen or an entire franchise network, the TT-500 delivers reliability, consistency, and smarter workflow control — all from one screen.

Appliance Use Cases: 

  • Fryers
  • Grills 
  • Holding Cabinets

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TT-500 Touchscreen Kitchen Timer

TT-500 Touchscreen Kitchen Timer  Features

Multi-Mode Operation: Selectable modes for Grill, Fryer, and Quality Hold applications.

Touchscreen Interface: 5.7" display with intuitive, picture-based programming shows product progress at a glance.

Daypart Scheduling: Assign food items by breakfast, lunch, dinner, or late-night menus for streamlined prep.

Unlimited Timing Cycles: Manage virtually any number of products with precise, programmable multi-stage timing.

Built-in Product Build Library: Visual guides ensure consistent product assembly every time.

USB Connectivity: Easily upload or download recipes, images, and reports.

Action Alarms & Oil Management: Set automatic or manual reminders for cooking stages and fryer oil changes.

Custom Alerts: Program up to ten daily or recurring maintenance, cleaning, or food safety reminders.

Flexible Mounting Options: Wall or countertop installation fits any kitchen layout.

Choose the Right Timer — From Proven Essentials to Advanced Performance

Zap Timers (300 x 100 px)
Zap Timer

The single-function, multi-product ZAP Timers offer quality control and can be used with any appliance or menu type.

Meridian Timers (300 x 100 px)
Meridian Timer

The multi-function, multi-product Meridian Timers offer quality control and can be used with any appliance type.

Tracker Timer (300 x 100 px)
Tracker Timer

The multi-function, multi-display Tracker Timers are available in configurations for grilling, frying, holding, and oven use.

TT-700 (300 x 100 px)
TT-700

COMING SOON - The modern, multi-function, multi-product TT-700 Timer features a 7" touchscreen and advanced features. 

TT-500 Touchscreen Kitchen Timer Restaurant Benefits

Improves Food Consistency: Guarantees uniform results across multiple cooking stations and shifts.

Enhances Food Safety: Automatically manages hold times to minimize the risk of foodborne illness.

Reduces Training Costs: Visual instructions make onboarding new staff faster and more effective.

Boosts Labor Efficiency: Consolidates multiple timing tasks into one smart, easy-to-use device.

Protects Brand Quality: Custom recipes and build cards maintain product consistency across all locations.

Restaurant Challenges the TT-500 Solves

Inconsistent Cooking Results

Operators face variability across shifts and stores. The TT-500’s precise timing and picture-based prompts ensure every item is cooked to spec, reducing waste and ensuring guest satisfaction. 

Complex Staff Training

New employees often struggle with verbal or text-based instructions. The TT-500’s touchscreen visuals overcome language barriers, making training faster and easier.

Maintenance Oversight

With built-in oil cycle prompts and recurring task reminders, the TT-500 helps teams stay ahead of maintenance schedules and quality checks.

 

Recipe Management

Updating menus or adding new promotions is simple—upload recipes and images via USB for quick rollout.

Food Safety Risks

Holding and cooking times can easily be missed during rush periods. The TT-500 automatically tracks and alerts operators to prevent unsafe food from being served to guests.

Labor Inefficiencies

Consolidating timing for multiple stations into one device improves flow, reduces oversight, and maximizes output during peak service times.

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TT-500 Touchscreen Kitchen Timer

Specifications

Display: 5.7” TFT Active Matrix Color LCD Touchscreen Modes: Grill, Fryer, Quality Hold
Power Input: 90–240V AC, 50/60 Hz
Audio Output: 80 dB @ 3 ft. piezo sounder
Material: Plastic chassis with polyester faceplate
Operating Temperature: Up to 158°F (70°C)
Mounting Options: Wall or bottom mount
Connectivity: USB 2.0 for image, recipe, and reports  uploads/downloads
Weight: Approx. 4 lbs. (1.81 kg)
Dimensions: 11.12” W x 6.60”  H x 2.45” D (282mm x 168mm x 62mm)

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