Abstract: A food slicing system is provided comprising: a cutting surface extending between first and second ends. A slicing element is provided having a first end pivotably coupled to the cutting surface adjacent to the first end of the cutting surface. A pivot arm includes a first end pivotably coupled to the cutting surface adjacent to the first end of the cutting surface, wherein both the pivot arm and the slicing element have respective lengths extending toward a second end of the cutting surface. A tensioner device couples a second end of the slicing element to a second end of the pivot arm, wherein the tensioner device is configured to allow for adjustment of an amount of tension applied to the slicing element.