What is a carving trolley?

A carving trolley is usually a meat carving trolley for fine dining. A gas burner or flare lamp is fixed on the trolley to the level of the top surface. The carver/trancheur is responsible for the carving done at the buffet table and on the carving trolley. Food is kept hot until it reaches the customer. It also holds a carving board, knife rest, plate holder and containers for sauces. You can find an exotic vintage collection of carving trolleys on 1stDibs.