Carlisle CT121624 16-5/16 Inch Rectangular Café Tray with Drying Lugs Polypropylene Orange

The Carlisle CT121624 Café Tray is a commercial-grade rectangular foodservice accessory designed for high-demand café, buffet, and cafeteria environments. Crafted by CFS Brands, this polypropylene tray measures 16-5/16 inches in length, 12 inches in width, and 11/16 inches in height. It is engineered to facilitate efficient stacking and drying, featuring integrated drying/stacking lugs to streamline cleaning routines. Its skid and scratch-resistant surface ensures prolonged durability in busy settings, making it an essential item for foodservice operators seeking reliable, restaurant-ready serving solutions. Its dimension-specific construction optimizes space utilization in professional foodservice workflows involving tray handling and presentation.

Top CFS Brands CT121624 Features

This Carlisle Café Tray offers non-slip polypropylene construction with drying and stacking lugs, enabling quick turnaround and ease of handling in medium-volume foodservice operations. The material’s skid and scratch resistance extends product lifespan, while its precise dimensions ensure compatibility with standard dish racks and transport systems. Designed for efficient workflow integration, it supports hygienic service through easy-clean features and stacking stability, ideal for cafes and buffet lines prioritizing sanitation and throughput.

• Optimized dimensions: Fits standard foodservice layouts with 16-5/16" length
• Durable polypropylene material: Resist scratches and prolong tray life
• Integral drying/stacking lugs: Facilitate quick drying and stable stacking
• Scratch-resistant surface: Maintains appearance through rigorous use
• Design for commercial workflows: Enhances productivity in cafeteria and buffet settings

Ideal for busy cafeteria, buffet, and food prep stations requiring durable, stackable trays.

CFS Brands CT121624 Technical Specs

The Carlisle CT121624 Café Tray is constructed from high-quality polypropylene, measuring 16-5/16 inches in length, 12 inches in width, and 11/16 inches in height, with a weight of approximately 0.79 lbs per unit. Its rectangular shape and skid, scratch-resistant surface are designed to withstand frequent handling and cleaning cycles typical in commercial settings. While this tray does not require electrical connections, its durable design supports high-volume throughput in cafeteria lines and takeaway stations. The tray's cleaning compatibility and smooth surface facilitate quick sanitation routines, making it suitable for frequent use in fast-paced environments. Its precise dimensions ensure compatibility with standard stack racks and transport systems, optimizing space and workflow efficiency.

• Dimensions: 16-5/16"L x 12"W x 11/16"H; weight: 0.79 lbs
• Material: Polypropylene with skid and scratch resistance
• Color: Orange
• Application Fit: Compatible with standard stack and transport systems
• Cleaning & Maintenance: Surfaces easily sanitized with standard cleaning agents
• Design Features: Drying/stacking lugs for workflow efficiency

What is a commercial cafeteria tray?

A commercial cafeteria tray is a durable, standardized foodservice utensil used for portioning, serving, and transporting meals in institutional, fast-food, or buffet settings. Made from high-quality plastics like polypropylene, these trays support repeated sanitization and withstand frequent handling, contributing to efficient meal service. The Carlisle CT121624 Café Tray exemplifies this category with its precise dimensions, scratch-resistant surface, and functional stacking design, making it ideal for cafeteria lines, catering, and other foodservice environments requiring reliable, restaurant-ready serving solutions.

Top foodservice trays for medium-volume cafeteria operations

These commercial cafeteria trays, such as the Carlisle CT121624 with durable polypropylene construction, excel in mid-volume cafeteria, buffet, and dining hall settings by supporting efficient stacking, cleaning, and transport. Designed for long-lasting performance, they facilitate hygienic meal service in busy institutional environments, with a focus on durability and workflow compatibility.

• Operation Type — suitable for cafeteria and buffet line workflows
• Workload Qualifier — designed for moderate throughput environments
• Kitchen Setting — optimized for institutional, school, and healthcare dining facilities
• Use Case — ideal for meal portioning and serving in foodservice operations
• Workflow Advantage — streamlines stacking, drying, and sanitation processes

Why Choose Carlisle CT121624

Why Choose Carlisle CT121624 Café Tray for foodservice operations? Its high-density polypropylene construction offers exceptional durability and scratch resistance, while its stacking and drying lugs improve workflow efficiency. Designed for professional catering, buffet, and cafeteria environments, it provides reliable, long-lasting service that enhances sanitation, space management, and operational productivity.

• Compact footprint: Fits easily into standard rack and transport systems
• Durability: Scratch- and skid-resistant polypropylene surface
• Functional design: Integrated drying and stacking lugs for efficiency
• Material quality: Built for frequent use in high-demand settings
• Optimized size: 16-5/16 inches by 12 inches for versatile serving applications