The Bon Chef 5097SLATE Serving/Casserole Dish is a large-scale foodservice vessel designed for commercial applications requiring high-volume food transportation and presentation. With a capacity of 4 gallons (38 ounces), this octagonal aluminum casserole dish features a premium ceramic-look sandstone-colored coating, providing a durable and aesthetically appealing solution for banquet halls, catering, and institutional kitchens. Its precise dimensions of 18" x 32" x 2-1/2" H ensure compatibility with standard serving setups and ease of handling during busy service periods. Engineered for reliability, the 5097SLATE provides a robust, heat-resistant, and easy-to-clean surface tailored for professional foodservice environments demanding strength and visual appeal in food presentation.
Top Bon Chef 5097SLATE Features
The Bon Chef 5097SLATE Serving/Casserole Dish offers functional advantages for commercial kitchens, with its oversized capacity and corrosion-resistant aluminum construction. The ceramic-look coating enhances durability and ease of maintenance, ensuring longevity during frequent use. It supports rapid, even heating and effortless cleaning, reducing downtime. Its large size fits large volume foodservice workflows such as banquet catering and institutional food lines, streamlining serving operations and presentation workflow for high-capacity events or cafeteria settings.
- High-capacity design: 4 gallons (38 oz.) volume adapts to bulk servings and large portion displays
- Durable aluminum with sandstone coating: withstands heavy use with corrosion and stain resistance
- Large size measurements: 18" x 32" x 2-1/2" H for versatile catering and buffet setups
- Easy to clean and maintain: ceramic-look surface optimized for rapid sanitation workflows
- Designed for high-volume foodservice: ideal for institutional kitchens and catering operations requiring durable, large serving solutions
Ideal for high-capacity catering or institutional foodservice operations needing reliable, large-volume serving solutions.
Bon Chef 5097SLATE Technical Specs
The Bon Chef 5097SLATE Serving/Casserole Dish is constructed from high-grade aluminum, providing excellent thermal conductivity and resistance to warping. The unit measures 18 inches in width, 32 inches in depth, and 2-1/2 inches in height, with a weight of approximately 12 lbs. Its sandstone-colored ceramic-look coating enhances durability against scratches and stains, suitable for rigorous commercial environments. Designed for use at standard operating temperatures, this dish is compatible with hot and cold food presentation, simplifying cleaning routines due to its seamless aluminum surface. The unit is NSF approved for sanitary foodservice operation, ensuring compliance with health standards. No cover is included, facilitating easy access for serving and cleaning, and the product ships typically within 1 to 2 days, ready for installation on standard prep and serving lines.
- Material: Aluminum for optimal heat transfer and durability
- Dimensions: 18" W x 32" D x 2-1/2" H
- Weight: Approximately 12 lbs shipping weight
- Capacity: 4 gallons (38 oz.) for bulk service needs
- Color and finish: Sandstone ceramic-look coating
- Temperature range: Suitable for hot or cold food presentation at typical commercial standards
- Cleaning & Maintenance: Seamless surface ideal for swift washing and sanitizing
- Certification: NSF-approved for compliance with sanitation standards
Electrical Requirements: N/A
Cooling Method: N/A
Usage Compatibility: Suitable for oven and hot/cold holding systems
Installation & Maintenance: Supports standard foodservice preparation, with quick manual cleaning and minimal disassembly required
Additional aspects: Fits standard buffet and serving lines, provides stability with a flat bottom surface
What is a commercial casserole dish?
A commercial casserole dish such as the Bon Chef 5097SLATE is a large-volume, heavy-duty food storage and serving vessel utilized in high-capacity foodservice environments. Designed with durable materials like aluminum and coated with resilient ceramic-look finishes, these dishes are typically installed in banquet halls, catering operations, or institutional kitchens for bulk food transportation and presentation. The 5097SLATE offers an 18"x32" footprint, 2-1/2" height, and a 4-gallon capacity, making it suitable for serving large portions or bulk food items in professional settings, optimized for durability, sanitation, and ease of handling in mid-volume applications.
Top Commercial Casserole Dishes for Institutional Foodservice
Designed for middle-scale institutional kitchens, the Bon Chef 5097SLATE provides a robust, large-volume serving solution for mid-volume catering and buffet service. Built with heavy-duty aluminum and featuring a ceramic-look sandstone coating, it supports reliable operation in busy foodservice environments, facilitating efficient workflow and high-volume food presentation. Ideal for institutions and catering that require durable, large-capacity casserole dishes for ongoing operation, it maintains heat uniformity and simplifies cleaning routines.
- Operation in catering and institutional kitchens
- Suitable for medium throughput workflows
- Supports bulk serving in large-scale foodservice settings
- Designed to withstand rigorous daily use
- Fits standard buffet, holding, and transport setups
Why Choose Bon Chef 5097SLATE?
Bon Chef 5097SLATE stands out among commercial casserole dishes with its heavy-duty aluminum construction, large-volume capacity, and sandstone ceramic-look finish, offering enhanced durability and visual appeal. Its size and robustness streamline large-scale foodservice operations, reducing serving complexity and maintenance time. The design supports high efficiency, ensuring presentation quality and sanitation compliance in busy catering and institutional environments.
- Self-contained aluminum design minimizes maintenance needs
- Large capacity supports high-volume catering needs
- Durable sandstone coating enhances longevity
- Optimized for streamlined workflows in commercial kitchens
- Ideal for restaurant-ready buffet and banquet presentations
