The Bon Chef 5098BLKSPKLD Shallow Chafer Food Pan is a professional-grade stainless steel accessory tailored for commercial foodservice environments requiring efficient hot-food presentation. Designed as a full-size, 5-quart rectangular aluminum pan, it measures 21" x 13" x 1-1/2". Its lightweight construction and durable finish make it suitable for maintaining food temperature and presentation in banquet halls, catering operations, and hotel buffets, ensuring precise portioning and easy handling during service.
Top Bon Chef 5098BLKSPKLD Features
The shallow 5-quart food pan is engineered for medium-volume catering and buffet setups, maximizing space efficiency and ease of cleaning with its aluminum construction. Its rectangular shape fits seamlessly into standard chafer frames, supporting quick replenishment tasks. Designed to withstand rigorous daily use, it offers consistent thermal performance and effortless maintenance, making it ideal for foodservice professionals overseeing moderate throughput workflows.
- Functionality: Supports efficient portion control with precise 5 qt. capacity
- Durability: Constructed from lightweight yet sturdy aluminum
- Ease of Maintenance: Easy to clean with compatible detergents and disassembly
- Use Case Fit: Fits standard rectangular chafer frames for versatile service
- Workflow Integration: Streamlines food presentation and replenishment routines
Ideal for catering, buffet, or banquet service involving moderate food volumes requiring quick setup and turnover.
Bon Chef 5098BLKSPKLD Technical Specs
The Bon Chef 5098BLKSPKLD features a lightweight aluminum construction with a total weight of 3 lbs, facilitating easy handling in busy commercial kitchens. It measures 21 inches by 13 inches with a height of 1-1/2 inches, suited for standard chafing dish frames. The pan operates on ambient heat without electrical requirements, ensuring reliability during hot holding. Its food-grade aluminum ensures uniform heat distribution, minimal thermal distortion, and compatibility with standard cleaning protocols. The fall-resistant, scratch-resistant exterior in black sandstone speckled finish adds aesthetic appeal and longevity. This food pan is designed for medium workload environments, supporting seamless food transportation and presentation with durable, easy-to-clean surfaces.
- Dimensions: 21" width x 13" depth x 1-1/2" height
- Material: Aluminum with Sandstone Black Speckled finish
- Weight: 3 lbs
- Capacity: 5 quarts
- Finish: Black speckled exterior for aesthetic and durability
- Temperature Resistance: Suitable for holding hot foods at safe temperatures
- Cleaning & Maintenance: Dishwasher-compatible, easy disassembly for sanitation
- Compliance Standards: Proposition 65 compliant for safe food contact
- Proper use with standard rectangular chafer frames and slide-in installations
- Requires minimal clearance for safe handling and cleaning
- Compatible with common buffet heating setups
- Suitable for use in environments with ambient-temperature holding
- Easy to integrate into existing catering workflows with quick replenishment
What is a commercial food pan?
A commercial food pan is a durable, food-safe container designed for food presentation, holding, and serving in professional kitchens, catering, and buffet settings. The Bon Chef 5098BLKSPKLD Shallow Chafer Food Pan functions as a rectangular, aluminum insert used in chafers to maintain food temperature and enable efficient service. Its 5-quart capacity and lightweight design make it suitable for mid-volume catering operations and buffet lines, supporting consistent food quality and presentation in busy foodservice environments.
Top Food Pan for Catering and Buffet Service
This high-quality commercial food pan offers precision fabrication, functionality for moderate workloads, and seamless integration with standard chafer equipment—ideal for catering, buffet, or hotel banquet setups with medium throughput. Bon Chef 5098BLKSPKLD ensures durability and performance for professional foodservice workflows.
- Catering — supports efficient food replenishment in moderate-volume operations
- Food Presentation — enhances buffet display with robust, attractive design
- Restaurant-Ready — supports consistent, high-quality food holding
- Medium Workload — optimized for daily catering or buffet service
- Workflow Compatibility — integrates smoothly with standard chafers and service setups
Why Choose Bon Chef 5098BLKSPKLD?
Compared to other food pans, the Bon Chef 5098BLKSPKLD offers a combination of lightweight aluminum construction, a distinctive black sandstone speckled exterior, and precise dimensions tailored for professional buffet and catering environments. Its robust finish withstands daily handling, while the functional design promotes streamlined setup and easy cleaning, advancing operational efficiency in commercial kitchens.
- Compact footprint with 21" x 13" dimensions for versatile placement
- Lightweight yet durable aluminum for ease of handling
- Stylish black speckled finish for enhanced presentation
- Designed for seamless integration with standard chafer frames
- Supports consistent hot food holding without electrical requirements
