{"product_id":"wooden-forks","title":"Wooden Forks","description":"\u003ch1\u003eWooden Forks (1000 pcs)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NextWave Wooden Fork is a single-use, plant-based cutlery item designed for professional foodservice use across takeaway, delivery, catering, and events operations. At 160mm in length with a 23mm width, it provides a full-sized utensil format suitable for main meal service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from sustainably sourced wood with a smooth, splinter-resistant finish, these forks offer a practical and natural alternative to single-use plastic cutlery. The material is plant-based and uncoated – no PE lining, no plastic coating – making it appropriate for operators seeking to reduce plastic use across their packaging and cutlery provision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWooden Forks are supplied loose in cases of 1000 pieces and are suitable for both hot and cold food applications under standard foodservice conditions. For operators requiring individually paper-wrapped presentation, NextWave also offers Paper Wrapped Wooden Forks as an alternative format within the same collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTypical uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWooden Forks are typically selected where a full-sized, plant-based cutlery item is required for takeaway, counter service, or catering without individual wrapping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eTakeaway and delivery operations that provide cutlery alongside packed meals, where bulk loose-format supply is suitable for counter or bag inclusion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eCatering and events where large quantities of single-use cutlery are required and counter-dispensed or pre-packed with food trays.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eFood-to-go and café service where wooden forks are placed at condiment or collection points for customer self-selection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eStreet food and market trading where plastic-free cutlery is preferred or required, and a natural wood aesthetic aligns with brand presentation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eCorporate catering and canteen service where hot and cold meal options are served and cutlery is provided alongside food boxes or trays.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eMeal kit and delivery box inclusion where a fork is packed alongside a prepared meal and a loose format is practical for box assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003ePlant-based alternative to single-use plastic: Wooden forks allow foodservice operators to replace single-use plastic cutlery with a plant-based option without changing the format or service workflow. The 160mm size provides a full-meal utensil in a familiar shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eBulk-packed for high-volume efficiency: Supplied in cases of 1000 pieces, the loose format supports high-throughput operations where cutlery is dispensed in bulk or packed into bags and boxes at speed. The case quantity reduces restocking frequency in busy kitchen environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eCompatible with both hot and cold food service: The wood material tolerates both hot and cold food applications without softening or deforming under normal foodservice handling conditions, making it suitable across a full menu range from hot main meals to cold salads and prepared dishes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eSmooth finish reduces handling concerns: The splinter-resistant surface treatment means forks can be handled directly without additional processing at the point of use, reducing operator concern about product quality when using wooden cutlery at pace during service.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"NextWave","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62823194984819,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0995\/6232\/4339\/files\/1_2c22e24e-2471-42f7-b6f8-abdac5ca301c.jpg?v=1778284757","url":"https:\/\/next-wave.uk\/products\/wooden-forks","provider":"Next Wave","version":"1.0","type":"link"}