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Mixing Paddles

Mixing Paddles in Toronto & Canada

Mixing paddles are the long-handled tools you reach for when a regular spoon won't do: stirring big pots of soup, chili, and sauce, working through a stock pot or steam kettle, or turning over a large batch of mashed potatoes or rice. You'll need one any time the pot is too deep or too hot to stir by hand. Winco makes two, starting with the Wooden Stirring Paddle, which comes in 24", 36", and 48" lengths with a tapered edge that makes cutting and dividing easier and a hole in the handle for hanging. The Stainless Steel Mixing Paddle is full stainless steel construction and adds a 60" length for the biggest kettles. Whether you're running a commissary kitchen in Toronto, a bakery in Mississauga, or a catering company right here in Vaughan, Phoenix Food Equipment ships mixing paddles across the GTA and nationwide across Canada.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions we hear from operators.

What is a mixing paddle used for in a commercial kitchen?

A mixing paddle is a long-handled paddle for stirring and turning large batches of food that a regular spoon can't handle, such as soups, stocks, chili, sauces, and mashed potatoes, in a stock pot, steam kettle, or tilting skillet. The long length lets you reach the bottom of a deep pot so nothing scorches, and it keeps your hands and arms well back from steam and heat. It's not the same thing as the paddle attachment on a stand mixer, which is a flat beater for batters and doughs. The Winco Wooden Stirring Paddle has a tapered edge that makes cutting and dividing easier, and the Winco Stainless Steel Mixing Paddle is full stainless steel. If you're cooking in batches too big for a spoon, a paddle is the right tool.

What size mixing paddle do I need?

As a rule of thumb, pick a paddle that is longer than your pot is deep, so you can reach the bottom while keeping your hands clear of the rim. The Winco Wooden Stirring Paddle comes in 24", 36", and 48" lengths, and the Winco Stainless Steel Mixing Paddle comes in 24", 36", 48", and 60". A 24" paddle suits a standard stock pot or large saucepot, a 36" paddle is better for deeper pots and countertop kettles, and the 48" and 60" lengths are for floor-standing kettles and other large-batch cooking. The 60" size is only available in stainless steel. If you're not sure, go one size longer, since it's easier to choke up on a long handle than to stretch for the bottom of a pot.

Should I get a wooden or stainless steel mixing paddle?

Both work well, and it mostly comes down to what you're cooking. Wood is gentle on pots and pans, won't scratch coated or non-stick surfaces, and is comfortable to hold, and the Winco Wooden Stirring Paddle has a hole in the handle so you can hang it when it's not in use. Wood should be washed by hand and dried, not left to soak, since it can absorb moisture and stains over time. The Winco Stainless Steel Mixing Paddle is full stainless steel, so it doesn't absorb flavours or odours and is easy to clean and sanitize between batches. Many kitchens keep one of each, using wood for soups and sauces and stainless for heavy-duty stirring or when they want easy sanitizing.