FR3142876A1 - MULTIFUNCTIONAL CULINARY PREPARATION APPLIANCE - Google Patents

Abstract

The invention relates to a culinary preparation appliance (100), comprising a base (111) forming a base (112) and a head (115) mounted movably relative to the base (111) and having a driver driven in rotation by a motor according to a first axis of rotation (119), a working container (120) mounted to move in rotation on the base (112) according to a second axis of rotation (129), the first axis of rotation (119) being off-center relative to to the second axis of rotation (129), a food processing tool (130') coupled to the trainer and extending into the working container (120), and a counter-tool (140') capable of occupying at least two distinct working positions in the working container (120). According to the invention, the culinary preparation appliance (100) comprises an operating member (145) configured to move the counter-tool (140') between said at least two distinct working positions. Figure for abstract: Fig. 3

Description

MULTIFUNCTIONAL CULINARY PREPARATION APPLIANCE

The present invention generally relates to the field of culinary preparation appliances.

The present invention relates more particularly to culinary preparation appliances comprising a base forming a base configured to receive a working container and a head having a trainer arranged above the base and configured to be coupled to a food processing tool extending into the working container. The present invention relates in particular, but not exclusively, to household appliances for culinary preparation.

State of the art

It is known to produce devices of the aforementioned type in which the driver is driven by a planetary movement. This arrangement makes it possible to produce multifunctional devices with interchangeable tools, which have mixing, blending and kneading performances which are satisfactory for several types of preparations.

A disadvantage of such devices, however, lies in the need to use a sophisticated transmission device to achieve the planetary movement of the trainer.

It is known to produce devices of the aforementioned type in which the driver is simply rotated around an axis, and in which the working container can be mounted movable in rotation around another axis. Such devices may use a static counter-tool extending into the working container in addition to the food processing tool rotated by the driver. Such achievements make it possible to obtain satisfactory performance with simpler construction.

However, such devices are dedicated to making a specific type of preparation, for example making a dough. A disadvantage of such devices lies in the fact that such devices are poorly suited to carrying out different types of preparations.

The present invention aims to remedy these drawbacks.

The technical problem underlying the invention consists of simplifying the construction of a multifunctional culinary preparation device comprising a base forming a base configured to receive a working container and a head having a trainer arranged above the base and configured to be coupled to a food processing tool extending into the working container.

For this purpose, the subject of the invention is a culinary preparation appliance comprising a base intended to rest on a work surface and a head mounted movable relative to the base, the base forming a base, the head having a trainer arranged on the -above the base, the trainer being rotated by a motor along a first axis of rotation, a work container mounted to move in rotation on the base along a second axis of rotation, the first axis of rotation being off-center relative to the second axis of rotation, a food processing tool coupled to the driver and extending into the working container, and a counter-tool extending into the working container, the counter-tool being able to occupy at least two positions distinct working positions in the working container, in which said culinary preparation apparatus comprises an operating member configured to move the counter-tool between said at least two distinct working positions. These arrangements make it possible to facilitate the production of different types of preparations using a culinary preparation device having a simpler construction than that of devices using a drive driven by a planetary movement. These arrangements make it possible in particular to bring the counter-tool more or less closer to a side wall of the work container.

The counter-tool can occupy several other working positions in the working container between said two distinct working positions. If desired, one or more working positions specific to a given type of preparation can be marked on the device.

The counter-tool can occupy at least one working position in the work container which is off-center relative to the second axis of rotation. This arrangement makes it possible to have a greater effect on the preparation present in the working container.

The counter-tool can be moved in translation in the work container. This arrangement makes it possible to simplify the construction of the device.

The food preparation appliance may include several interchangeable food processing tools. This arrangement makes it easier to carry out different types of preparations.

The food preparation appliance may include several interchangeable counter-tools. This arrangement makes it easier to carry out different types of preparations.

The counter tool may form a spatula having a surface configured to deflect the preparation toward the food processing tool. This arrangement makes it possible to obtain a more efficient mixing of the preparation.

The counter tool may form a squeegee having a surface configured to deflect preparation from a side wall of the work container toward the interior of the work container. This arrangement allows for more effective mixing of the entire preparation.

According to one embodiment, the operating member is movably mounted on the head. This arrangement makes it possible to produce a device having a simple construction. This arrangement also makes it easier to use the device.

The operating member can be movable in translation relative to the head. This arrangement makes it possible to simplify the construction of the device.

The operating member can be arranged on a side face of the head. This arrangement makes it possible to simplify the construction of the device. This arrangement also makes it easier to use the device.

The counter-tool can be mounted removable in relation to the operating member. This arrangement allows the use of different counter-tools.

According to another embodiment, the operating member can be formed on the counter-tool. This arrangement also makes it possible to produce a device having a simple construction.

The culinary preparation appliance can then include a cover arranged above the working container, the counter-tool being movably mounted in a receiving opening provided in the cover. This arrangement makes it possible to produce a device which is simple to make and use, and in which the risk of projections outside the working container is limited.

The counter-tool can be moved in translation in the receiving opening. This arrangement makes it possible to simplify the construction of the device.

The food preparation appliance may include a housing including the base and the head, in which the lid may be pivotally mounted relative to the housing. This arrangement allows access to the work container without having to raise the head.

The cover can be pivotally mounted relative to the head. This arrangement makes it possible to reduce the dimensions of the cover and to facilitate the production of a movable cover allowing easy access to the working container.

The counter-tool can be mounted movable transversely relative to a free end of the head extending above the work container. This arrangement makes it easier to use the device.

Brief description of the figures

The aims, aspects and advantages of the present invention will be better understood from the description given below of two particular embodiments of the invention presented by way of non-limiting examples, with reference to the appended drawings in which :

There is a perspective view of a first embodiment of a culinary preparation appliance according to the invention comprising a head shown in the raised position, this appliance being represented in a first configuration using a food processing tool and a counter tool.

There is a perspective view of the first embodiment of the culinary preparation appliance according to the invention represented in the first configuration illustrated on the , but with the head shown in the lowered operating position of the culinary preparation appliance.

There is a perspective view of the first embodiment of the culinary preparation appliance according to the invention illustrated in Figures 1 and 2, comprising a head shown in the lowered operating position of the culinary preparation appliance, but represented in a second configuration using another food processing tool and another counter tool.

There is a perspective view of the first embodiment of the culinary preparation appliance according to the invention represented in the second configuration illustrated on the , but with the head represented in a raised position.

There is a partial side view of a second embodiment of a culinary preparation appliance according to the invention comprising a head shown in the raised position, this appliance being represented in a first configuration using a food processing tool and a counter -tool.

There is a partial side view of the second embodiment of the culinary preparation appliance according to the invention illustrated on the , having a head shown in the raised position, but shown in a second configuration using another food processing tool and another counter tool.

There is a partial perspective view of the second embodiment of the culinary preparation appliance according to the invention represented in the first configuration illustrated on the , but with the head shown in the lowered operating position of the culinary preparation appliance.

There is a partial perspective view of the second embodiment of the culinary preparation appliance according to the invention represented in the second configuration illustrated on the , but with the head shown in the lowered operating position of the culinary preparation appliance.

Only the elements necessary for understanding the invention have been represented.

Figures 1 to 4 illustrate a first embodiment of a culinary preparation appliance 100 according to the invention. The preparation device 100 comprises a base 111 intended to rest on a work surface and a head 115 mounted movable relative to the base 111. The base 111 forms a base 112. The head 115 has a trainer 116 arranged above of the base 112. The trainer 116 is rotated by a motor (not shown in the figures). The trainer 116 is rotated along a first axis of rotation 119.

The culinary preparation appliance 100 comprises a working container 120 mounted on the base 112. The working container 120 is mounted movable in rotation on the base 112 along a second axis of rotation 129. The first axis of rotation 119 is offset by relative to the second axis of rotation 129 when the culinary preparation appliance 100 occupies the operating position illustrated in Figures 2 and 3. According to one embodiment, the working container 120 can be mounted free to rotate. The working container 120 can then be turned manually by the user. According to another embodiment, the working container 120 can be rotated. The working container 120 can then be rotated by the aforementioned motor or by another motor.

In the exemplary embodiment illustrated in Figures 1 to 4, the first axis of rotation 119 and second axis of rotation 129 are parallel. More particularly, the first axis of rotation 119 and the second axis of rotation 129 are perpendicular to the support plane of the base 112.

In the exemplary embodiment illustrated in Figures 1 to 4, the head 115 is pivotally mounted relative to the base 111. The head 115 is pivotally mounted between a raised position, illustrated in Figures 1 and 4, and a lowered position , illustrated in Figures 2 and 3. The lowered position of the head 115 corresponds to the operating position of the culinary preparation appliance 100 used for food preparation. When the head 115 occupies the raised position, the working container 120 can be placed on the base 112 or removed from the base 112. Alternatively, the head can in particular be mounted sliding and/or removable relative to the base, to move the head away from the base to insert or remove the work container.

In the exemplary embodiment illustrated in Figures 1 to 4, the culinary preparation appliance 100 comprises a housing 110 comprising the base 111 and the head 115. The motor rotating the drive 116 is arranged in the housing 110. The motor can in particular be arranged in the head 115 or in the base 111.

The culinary preparation apparatus 100 includes a lid 125 configured to cover the working container 120 in the operating position of the culinary preparation apparatus 100, as shown in Figures 1 and 4. The lid 125 has an opening of introduction of food 127. The food introduction opening 127 can be configured to provide wide access to the working container 120. The cover 125 is advantageously made of transparent or translucent material, or advantageously comprises a part made of transparent or translucent material.

In the exemplary embodiment illustrated in Figures 1 to 4, the cover 125 is carried by the head 115. Thus when the head 115 occupies the raised position, the cover 125 is also raised, as shown in Figures 1 and 4 .

As shown in Figures 1 and 2, the culinary preparation appliance 100 comprises a food processing tool 130 coupled to the trainer 116. The food processing tool 130 illustrated in Figures 1 and 2 is provided by example to make whipped egg white type preparations. As shown on the , the food processing tool 130 extends into the working container 120 when the head 115 occupies the lowered operating position of the culinary preparation appliance 100.

The food processing tool 130 is removable. When the head 115 occupies the raised position illustrated on the , the food processing tool 130 can be placed on the driver 116 or removed from the driver 116.

As shown in Figures 3 and 4, the culinary preparation appliance 100 includes a food processing tool 130' coupled to the driver 116. The food processing tool 130' illustrated in Figures 3 and 4 is intended for example for making bread dough type preparations. As shown on the , the food processing tool 130' extends into the working container 120 when the head 115 occupies the lowered operating position of the culinary preparation appliance 100.

The 130' food processing tool is removable. When the head 115 occupies the raised position illustrated on the , the food processing tool 130' can be placed on the driver 116 or removed from the driver 116.

The culinary preparation appliance 100 thus comprises two food processing tools 130; 130’ interchangeable. If desired, the food preparation appliance 100 may include other interchangeable food processing tools. If desired, the food preparation appliance 100 may include more than two interchangeable food processing tools. As a variant, the culinary preparation appliance 100 could include only one food processing tool.

As shown in Figures 1 and 2, the culinary preparation appliance 100 comprises a counter-tool 140 arranged laterally relative to the food processing tool 130. As shown in the , the counter-tool 140 extends into the working container 120. The counter-tool 140 occupies a first working position in the working container 120 relatively central to a side wall 121 of the working container 120.

As shown in Figures 3 and 4, the culinary preparation appliance 100 comprises a counter-tool 140' arranged laterally relative to the food processing tool 130'. As shown on the , the counter-tool 140' extends into the working container 120. The counter-tool 140' occupies a second working position in the working container 120 closer to the side wall 121 of the working container 120. The first working position and the second working position are distinct.

The culinary preparation appliance 100 comprises an operating member 145 configured to carry one of the counter-tools 140; 140’. For this purpose each of the counter-tools 140; 140' is mounted removable relative to the operating member 145. When the head 115 occupies the raised position, the counter-tool 140, 140' can be fixed to the operating member 145 or be removed from the operating member. maneuver 145.

The culinary preparation appliance 100 thus includes two counter-tools 140; 140’ interchangeable. If desired, the culinary preparation appliance 100 may include more than two interchangeable counter-tools. As a variant, the culinary preparation appliance 100 could only include a counter-tool.

The operating member 145 is configured to move the counter-tool 140; 140' mounted on the operating member 145 between the two aforementioned distinct working positions. In the exemplary embodiment illustrated in Figures 1 to 4, the operating member 145 can move said counter-tool 140; 140' towards a third working position in which said counter-tool 140; 140' would be even closer to the side wall of the working container 120, such a configuration not being illustrated.

The working positions can be defined so that the counter tool 140; 140 'extends at a distance from the side wall 121 of the working container 120, or so that the counter tool 140; 140' can come into contact with said side wall 121 when said counter-tool has a deformable wall. The counter tool 140; 140' can in particular form a spatula having a surface configured to deflect the preparation towards the food processing tool 130; 130', or a scraper having a surface configured to deflect the preparation close to the side wall 121 of the working container 120 towards the interior of the working container 120.

More particularly in the exemplary embodiment illustrated in Figures 1 to 4, the operating member 145 is movably mounted on the head 115. The operating member 145 is arranged on a side face 117 of the head 115. operating member 145 can be moved in translation relative to the head 115 between a first control position close to the free end of the head 115, shown in Figures 1 and 2 and a third control position (not shown) closer of an amount connecting the head 115 to the base 112 passing through a second intermediate control position shown in Figures 3 and 4.

The operating member 145 is configured to move said counter-tool between the two aforementioned distinct working positions. Thus in the exemplary embodiment illustrated in Figures 1 to 4, the counter-tool 140; 140 'carried by the operating member 145 can be moved in translation in the working container 120. In other words, the counter-tool 140 illustrated on the can be moved to the position of the counter tool 140' illustrated on the , and vice versa. As shown on the , the counter-tool 140' occupies a working position in the working container 120 which is off-centered relative to the second axis of rotation 129 of the working container 120. In the exemplary embodiment illustrated in Figures 1 to 4, the The operating member 145 can move said counter-tool to a third working position in which said counter-tool would be even closer to the side wall 121 of the working container 120, such a configuration not being illustrated. As a variant, the counter tool 140; 140' carried by the operating member 145 could occupy several other working positions in the working container 120 between said two distinct working positions.

Figures 5 to 8 illustrate a second embodiment of a culinary preparation appliance 200 according to the invention. The culinary preparation appliance 200 comprises a base 211 intended to rest on a work surface and a head 215 mounted movably relative to the base 211. The base 211 forms a base 212, visible in Figures 7 and 8. The head 215 has a driver 216, visible in Figures 5 and 6. The driver 216 is arranged above the base 212. The driver 216 is rotated by a motor (not shown in the figures). The trainer 216 is rotated along a first axis of rotation 219.

The culinary preparation appliance 200 comprises a working container 220 mounted on the base 212. The working container 220 is mounted movable in rotation on the base 212 along a second axis of rotation 229. The first axis of rotation 219 is offset by relative to the second axis of rotation 229 when the culinary preparation appliance 200 occupies the operating position illustrated in Figures 7 and 8. According to one embodiment, the working container 220 can be mounted free to rotate. The working container 220 can then be turned manually by the user. According to another embodiment, the working container 220 can be rotated. The working container 220 can then be rotated by the aforementioned motor or by another motor.

In the exemplary embodiment illustrated in Figures 5 to 8, the first axis of rotation 219 and second axis of rotation 229 are parallel. More particularly, the first axis of rotation 219 and the second axis of rotation 229 are perpendicular to the support plane of the base 212.

In the exemplary embodiment illustrated in Figures 5 to 8, the head 215 is pivotally mounted relative to the base 211. The head 215 is pivotally mounted between a raised position, illustrated in Figures 5 and 6, and a lowered position , illustrated in Figures 7 and 8. The lowered position of the head 215 corresponds to the operating position of the culinary preparation appliance 200 used for food preparation. When the head 215 occupies the raised position, the working container 220 can be placed on the base 212 or removed from the base 212. Alternatively, the head can in particular be mounted sliding and/or removable relative to the base, to move the head away from the base to insert or remove the work container.

In the exemplary embodiment illustrated in Figures 5 to 8, the culinary preparation appliance 200 comprises a housing 210 comprising the base 211 and the head 215. The motor rotating the drive 216 is arranged in the housing 210. The motor can in particular be arranged in the head 215 or in the base 211.

The culinary preparation appliance 200 includes a lid 225 configured to cover the working container 220 in the operating position of the culinary preparation appliance 200, as shown in Figures 7 and 8. The lid 225 has an opening of introduction of food 227. The food introduction opening 227 can be configured to provide wide access to the working container 220. The cover 225 is advantageously made of transparent or translucent material, or advantageously comprises a part made of transparent or translucent material.

In the exemplary embodiment illustrated in Figures 5 to 8, the cover 225 is pivotally mounted relative to the housing 210. More particularly, the cover 225 is pivotally mounted relative to the head 215. Thus the cover 225 can be raised or lowered independently of the head 215.

As shown in Figures 5 and 7, the culinary preparation appliance 200 comprises a food processing tool 230 coupled to the trainer 216. The processing tool 230 illustrated in Figures 5 and 7 is intended for example for make whipped egg white type preparations. As shown on the , the food processing tool 230 extends into the working container 220 when the head 215 occupies the working position.

The food processing tool 230 is removable. When the head 215 occupies the raised position illustrated on the , the food processing tool 230 can be placed on the driver 216 or removed from the driver 216.

As shown in Figures 6 and 8, the culinary preparation appliance 200 comprises a food processing tool 230' coupled to the trainer 216. The processing tool 230' illustrated in Figures 6 and 8 is provided by example to make bread dough type preparations. As shown on the , the food processing tool 130' extends into the working container 120 when the head 215 occupies the lowered operating position of the culinary preparation appliance 200.

The 230' food processing tool is removable. When the head 215 occupies the raised position illustrated on the , the food processing tool 230' can be placed on the driver 216 or removed from the driver 216.

The culinary preparation appliance 200 thus comprises two food processing tools 230; 230’ interchangeable. If desired, the food preparation appliance 200 may include other interchangeable food processing tools. If desired, the food preparation appliance 200 may have more than two interchangeable food processing tools. As a variant, the culinary preparation appliance 200 could include only one food processing tool.

As shown in Figures 5 and 7, the culinary preparation appliance 200 comprises a counter-tool 240 arranged laterally relative to the food processing tool 230.

As shown in Figures 6 and 8, the culinary preparation appliance 200 comprises a counter-tool 240' arranged laterally relative to the food processing tool 230'.

As better visible in Figures 7 and 8, the cover 225 has a receiving opening 226. The receiving opening 226 is configured to receive the counter-tool 240 or the counter-tool 240'. The counter-tool 240 and the counter-tool 240' are removable relative to the cover 225.

The culinary preparation appliance 200 thus comprises two counter-tools 240; 240’ interchangeable. If desired, the culinary preparation appliance 200 can include more than two interchangeable counter-tools. As a variant, the culinary preparation appliance 200 could only include a counter-tool.

The counter tool 240; 240 'mounted in the receiving opening 226 has a lower part 241; 241' extending into the working container 220 and an upper part 242; 242 'extending above the cover 225, this upper part 242; 242’ forming a maneuvering member 245; 245 'configured to be manipulated by the user, as well as a retainer 243; 243' configured to rest on the cover 225. Thus the operating member 245; 245’ is formed on the counter-tool 240; 240’.

More particularly in the exemplary embodiment illustrated in Figures 5 to 8 the counter tool 240; 240' can be moved in translation in the receiving opening 226 by means of the operating member 245; 245’. Thus the counter tool 240; 240' is movable in translation in the working container 220 when the head 215 occupies the lowered operating position of the culinary preparation appliance 200 shown in Figures 7 and 8. The receiving opening 226 is arranged transversely with respect to a free end of the head 215. Thus the counter-tool 240; 240' is mounted movable transversely relative to the free end of the head 215 extending above the working container 220, as shown in Figures 7 and 8. The retaining member 243; 243' bears against an outer rib 228 of the receiving opening 226. The outer rib 228 extends outside the working container 220. The receiving opening 226 extends at a distance from the second axis of rotation 229. Thus the counter-tool 240; 240' can occupy at least one working position in the work container 220 which is off-center relative to the second axis of rotation 229.

As shown on the , the counter-tool 240 extends into the working container 220. The counter-tool 240 occupies a first working position in the working container 220 relatively central to a side wall 221 of the working container 220.

As shown on the , the counter-tool 240' extends into the working container 220. The counter-tool 240' occupies a second working position in the working container 220 closer to the side wall 221 of the working container 220. The first working position and the second working position are distinct.

The working positions can be defined so that the counter tool 240; 240 'extends at a distance from the side wall 221 of the working container 220, or so that the counter tool 240; 240' can come into contact with said side wall 221 when said counter-tool has a deformable wall. The counter tool 240; 240' can in particular form a spatula having a surface configured to deflect the preparation towards the food processing tool 230; 230', or a scraper having a surface configured to deflect the preparation close to the side wall 221 of the working container 220 towards the interior of the working container 220.

The culinary preparation appliance 100 according to the first embodiment illustrated in Figures 1 to 4 is used and operates in the following manner.

The user raises the head 115 to mount a food processing tool 130 on the trainer 116; 130’ adapted to the type of preparation to be carried out. The user can also mount a counter-tool 140 on the operating member 145; 140’ adapted to the type of preparation to be carried out. The user then lowers the head 115 to place the food processing tool 130; 130’ and counter-tool 140; 140' selected in the working container 120. The user can then place the operating member 145 in a control position corresponding to the desired working position for the counter-tool 140; 140’. The rotation of the food processing tool 130; 130' along the first axis of rotation 119 of the trainer 116 distinct from the second axis of rotation 129 of the working container 120 makes it possible to produce a more homogeneous mixture than with a simple rotation of the food processing tool 130; 130’. The presence of the counter-tool 140; 140’ helps improve the efficiency of the mixing operation. The movable nature of the counter-tool 140; 140' in the working container 120 further improves the efficiency of the mixing operation. The user can select the working position of the counter tool 140; 140' desired by choosing the corresponding control position of the operating member 145. When the preparation produced is not too viscous and/or too sticky, the user can consider moving the counter-tool 140; 140' during the preparation, for example to prevent the formation of a ball of dough, or to collect the preparation extending on the side wall 121 of the working container 120.

The culinary preparation appliance 200 according to the second embodiment illustrated in Figures 5 to 8 is used and operates in the following manner.

The user raises the head 215 to mount a food processing tool 230 on the trainer 216; 230’ adapted to the type of preparation to be carried out. The user then lowers the head 115 to place the food processing tool 130; 130' selected in the working container 120. The user lowers the cover 225 on the working container 220 to introduce the counter-tool 240; 240' adapted to the type of preparation to be carried out in the receiving opening 226 of the cover 225. The retaining member 243; 243' then rests against the external rib 228 of the receiving opening 226 of the cover 225. Thus the operating member 245; 245 'remains outside the cover 225 while the lower part 241; 241’ of counter-tool 240; 240' extends into the work container 220. The user can then place the operating member 245; 245’ from counter-tool 240; 240’ in the control position corresponding to the desired working position for the counter-tool 240; 240’. The rotation of the food processing tool 230; 230' along the first axis of rotation 219 of the trainer 216 distinct from the second axis of rotation 229 of the working container 220 makes it possible to produce a more homogeneous mixture than with a simple rotation of the food processing tool 230; 230’. The presence of the counter tool 240; 240’ helps improve the efficiency of the mixing operation. The movable nature of the counter-tool 240; 240 'in the working container 220 further improves the efficiency of the mixing operation. The user can select the working position of the counter tool 240; 240’ by selecting the control position of the operating member 245; 245’. When the preparation produced is not too viscous and/or too sticky, the user can consider moving the counter-tool 240; 240' during the preparation, for example to prevent the formation of a ball of dough or to collect the preparation extending on the side wall 221 of the working container 220.

These arrangements make it possible to obtain culinary preparation appliances 100; 200 adapted to the realization of different types of preparation implementing a mixing operation of different ingredients, with a good quality of result, while using a simpler construction than those of the devices implementing a food processing tool animated by a global movement.

Various modifications and/or improvements obvious to those skilled in the art can be made to the embodiments of the invention described in the present description as long as this does not go beyond the scope of the invention defined by the claims.

Claims (18)

Culinary preparation appliance (100; 200), comprising a base (111; 211) intended to rest on a work surface and a head (115; 215) mounted movably relative to the base (111; 211), the base ( 111; 211) forming a base (112; 212), the head (115; 215) having a driver (116; 216) arranged above the base (112; 212), the driver (116; 216) being driven in rotation by a motor along a first axis of rotation (119; 219), a working container (120; 220) mounted to move in rotation on the base (112; 212) along a second axis of rotation (129; 229), the first axis of rotation (119; 219) being off-center relative to the second axis of rotation (129; 229), a food processing tool (130; 130'; 230; 230') coupled to the trainer (116; 216) and extending into the working container (120; 220), and a counter-tool (140; 140'; 240; 240') extending into the working container (120; 220), the counter-tool tool (140; 140'; 240; 240') capable of occupying at least two distinct working positions in the working container (120; 220), characterized in that the culinary preparation appliance (100; 200) comprises an operating member (145; 245; 245') configured to move the counter-tool (140; 140'; 240; 240') between said at least two distinct working positions. Culinary preparation appliance (100; 200) according to claim 1, characterized in that the counter-tool (140; 140'; 240; 240') can occupy several other working positions in the working container (120; 220) between said two distinct working positions. Culinary preparation appliance (100; 200) according to one of claims 1 or 2, characterized in that the counter-tool (140; 140'; 240; 240') can occupy in the working container (120; 220) at least one working position which is off-center relative to the second axis of rotation (129; 229). Culinary preparation appliance (100; 200) according to one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that the counter-tool (140; 140'; 240; 240') can be moved in translation in the working container (120; 220). Culinary preparation appliance (100; 200) according to one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that it comprises several interchangeable food processing tools (130; 130'; 230; 230'). Culinary preparation appliance (100; 200) according to one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that it comprises several interchangeable counter-tools (140; 140'; 240; 240'). Culinary preparation appliance (100; 200) according to one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that the counter-tool (140; 240) forms a spatula having a surface configured to deflect the preparation towards the food processing tool. food (130; 130'; 230; 230'). Culinary preparation appliance (100; 200) according to one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that the counter-tool (140'; 240') forms a scraper having a surface configured to deflect the preparation from a side wall (121; 221) from the working container (120; 220) towards the inside of the working container (120; 220). Culinary preparation appliance (100) according to one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that the operating member (145) is movably mounted on the head (115). Culinary preparation appliance (100) according to claim 9, characterized in that the operating member (145) can be moved in translation relative to the head (115). Culinary preparation appliance (100) according to one of claims 9 or 10, characterized in that the operating member (145) is arranged on a side face (117) of the head (115). Culinary preparation appliance (100) according to one of claims 9 to 11 and according to claim 6, characterized in that the counter-tool (140) is mounted removable relative to the operating member (145). Culinary preparation appliance (200) according to one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that the operating member (245; 245') is formed on the counter-tool (240; 240'). Culinary preparation appliance (200) according to claim 13, characterized in that it comprises a cover (225) arranged above the working container (220) and in that the counter-tool (240; 240') is movably mounted in a receiving opening (226) provided in the cover (225). Culinary preparation appliance (200) according to claim 14, characterized in that the counter-tool (240; 240') can be moved in translation in the receiving opening (226). Culinary preparation appliance (200) according to claim 14 or 15, characterized in that it comprises a housing (210) comprising the base (211) and the head (215) and in that the cover (225) is pivotally mounted relative to the housing (210). Culinary preparation appliance (200) according to one of claims 14 to 16, characterized in that the cover (225) is pivotally mounted relative to the head (215). Culinary preparation appliance (200) according to one of claims 13 to 17, characterized in that the counter-tool (240; 240') is mounted movable transversely relative to a free end of the head (215) extending above the working container (220).