The Bon Chef 5098PLATINUMGRA Shallow Chafer Food Pan is a commercial-grade, full-size aluminum food container designed for holding and serving hot dishes in professional foodservice environments. With a capacity of 5 quarts, it measures 21" x 13" x 1-1/2" and features a rectangular shape crafted from durable aluminum material, ensuring efficient heat conduction and corrosion resistance. Ideal for buffet lines, catering, and banquet settings, this food pan provides a reliable solution for maintaining food temperature and presentation while facilitating smooth workflow integration in high-volume operations.
Top Bon Chef 5098PLATINUMGRA Features
The Bon Chef 5098PLATINUMGRA shallow food pan delivers innovative, durable aluminum construction for uniform heat distribution and easy cleaning in busy foodservice settings. Its full-size rectangular profile fits standard chafing dish frames, with dimensions optimized for quick replenishment and sanitation. Designed for moderate workflow throughput, this pan supports robust, reliable performance for professional catering, buffet, and hotel operations.
- Functionality: Serves hot foods efficiently in buffet lines and catering setups
- Durability: Crafted from corrosion-resistant aluminum for long-term use
- Ease of Maintenance: Smooth surface simplifies cleaning and sanitization
- Workplace Fit: Fits standard chafing dish frames for seamless integration
- Workflow Enhancement: Examines ergonomic handling for quick filling and serving
Ideal for professional catering, banquet halls, and hotel foodservice operations needing reliable, high-capacity food pans
Bon Chef 5098PLATINUMGRA Technical Specs
The Bon Chef 5098PLATINUMGRA shallow food pan operates with standard commercial kitchen electrical compatibility requirements, optimized for easy integration into existing buffet or chafing setups. Constructed entirely from high-grade aluminum, it provides superior heat conduction, with a weight of 3 lbs for easy handling and transportation. Its dimensions of 21" x 13" x 1-1/2" ensure compatibility with standard chafing dish frames, supporting efficient space utilization in busy kitchens. The material is designed for safe food contact, with a max operating temperature that maintains food heat without deformation, and requires routine cleaning with mild detergents. The pan’s Proposition 65 compliance underscores safety in food contact applications. Notably, it is available instantly for order, with a straightforward design suited for medium-volume service environments.
- Dimensions: 21" width x 13" depth x 1-1/2" height for versatile fitting
- Material: Aluminum for excellent heat conduction and corrosion resistance
- Weight: 3 lbs for easy handling and swift service
- Capacity: 5 quarts, supporting moderate food holding needs
- Temperature Range: Operates within safe thermal limits for hot food preservation
- Cleaning: Compatible with mild detergents, easily disassembled for sanitation
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Electrical Compatibility: Standard kitchen power supplies
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Construction Details: Heavy-duty aluminum with seamless surface for hygiene
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Food Safety: Food-contact-safe, Proposition 65 compliant
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Storage & Handling: Compact for stacking, lightweight for efficient workflow
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Design Features: Rectangular shape with reinforced edges for durability
What is a commercial food pan?
A commercial food pan is a professional-grade, rectangular container designed to store, display, and serve hot or cold foods in high-volume environments. Usually made from durable materials like aluminum or stainless steel, these pans are engineered to withstand rigorous handling and cleaning routines. Installed in buffet lines, catering setups, and banquet service, the Bon Chef 5098PLATINUMGRA shallow chafer food pan is optimized for seamless integration into standard chafing dish frames, supporting efficient food presentation and temperature maintenance for moderate throughput foodservice operations.
Top shallow food pans for moderate volume catering and buffet service
These commercial shallow food pans offer durable aluminum construction, precise fit, and reliable performance suited for moderate throughput operations like catering and buffet lines. Bon Chef 5098PLATINUMGRA exemplifies quality build for consistent food presentation, ideal for professional kitchen workflows and high-volume service applications.
- Catering operations — supports moderate throughput food holding
- Commercial kitchen equipment — designed for durability and hygiene
- Buffet service — provides uniform heat distribution for hot foods
- Medium-volume setups — optimized for efficiency and quick replenishment
- Food presentation — maintains food safety and aesthetic appeal
Why Choose Bon Chef 5098PLATINUMGRA?
Why choose this full-size aluminum food pan over similar models lies in its superior construction, precise dimensions, and compatibility with standard chafing dishes. Its corrosion-resistant aluminum ensures longevity in demanding environments, while the rectangular profile maximizes food capacity within compact spaces. This pan enables efficient workflow management with ergonomic handling and straightforward cleaning, making it a reliable choice for professional foodservice operations that demand durability and consistency without unnecessary complexity.
- Self-contained design with uniform heat conduction for reliable holding
- Compact footprint fits standard chafing and buffet setups
- High-grade aluminum construction enhances longevity and performance
- Compatibility with existing chafing dish frames streamlines workflow
