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Ben's Galley Build Your Own Sandwich Bar: Crew Choice Lunch

Updated: 5 hours ago

When you need to feed a hungry crew with different tastes, a sandwich bar is the perfect solution. Set up all the fixings and let everyone build their ideal lunch - from classic deli to loaded club sandwiches.





The beauty of a sandwich bar is flexibility and efficiency. You prep once, serve many, and everyone gets exactly what they want. Perfect for crews with different dietary preferences and appetites, plus minimal cleanup since everyone assembles their own meal.


The galley advantage: One prep session feeds 12+ people, accommodates all tastes, and keeps the galley organized with designated stations.


Sandwich Bar Setup (Serves 12-15)

Bread Station:

  • 2 loaves sliced white bread

  • 2 loaves sliced wheat bread

  • 1 package sub rolls

  • 1 package pita pockets


Protein Station:

  • 2 lbs sliced turkey

  • 2 lbs sliced ham

  • 1 lb sliced roast beef

  • 1 lb sliced salami

  • 2 lbs cooked bacon strips (keep warm)


Cheese Station:

  • 1 lb sliced American cheese

  • 1 lb sliced Swiss cheese

  • 1 lb sliced cheddar cheese

  • 8 oz cream cheese (for spreads)


Fresh Veggie Station:

  • 2 heads lettuce, washed and separated

  • 4 large tomatoes, sliced

  • 2 large onions, sliced thin

  • 1 jar pickles (Ben's Galley Fresh Dill Pickles)

  • 1 cucumber, sliced

  • 1 bell pepper, sliced


Condiment Station:

  • Mayonnaise

  • Mustard (yellow and Dijon)

  • Ketchup

  • Ranch dressing

  • Italian dressing

  • Hot sauce


Setup Instructions

  1. Prep vegetables: Wash, slice, and arrange in separate containers the night before.

  2. Cook bacon: Prepare bacon strips in batches and keep warm in slow cooker on low.

  3. Arrange stations: Set up in logical order - bread, proteins, cheese, vegetables, condiments.

  4. Provide tools: Serving spoons, tongs, and knives at each station.

  5. Label everything: Clear signs help crew move through efficiently.


Chef's Tips

  • Keep cold items cold

  • Pre-slice everything - saves time and keeps lines moving

  • Provide plates and napkins at the start of the line

  • Replenish frequently




Serving Suggestions

Classic Combinations:

  • Club Special: Turkey, bacon, lettuce, tomato, mayo

  • Italian Sub: Salami, ham, Swiss, lettuce, onion, Italian dressing

  • Roast Beef Deluxe: Roast beef, cheddar, onion, horseradish mayo




Ben's Gadgets

Knife Magnetic Strip

Keep your knife safely stored and easily accessible during all that chopping. With multiple onions and prep work, you'll appreciate having your knife right at hand.


Misen 8-inch Knife

Perfect for chopping those red onions cleanly and efficiently. A sharp knife makes quick work of the prep and ensures even pieces that cook uniformly.








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