The Carlisle 38508 Fountain Jar is a commercial-grade food storage container designed for precise portioning and reliable durability in foodservice operations. Constructed from high-quality polyethylene, this 2-1/2 quart notched fountain jar features a white finish, optimized for ease of cleaning and resistance to impact. Its notched design facilitates secure stacking and secure lid engagement, making it suitable for high-volume dispensing and storage applications within restaurant, cafeteria, and catering environments. The technical specifications include a height of 7 inches, width of 7.47 inches, and depth of 4.6 inches, ensuring compatibility with standard countertop configurations for efficient workflow management.
Top Carlisle 38508 Features
The Carlisle 38508 Fountain Jar combines precise capacity control with durable polyethylene construction, ensuring consistent performance in moderate throughput settings. Its notched design enhances stability during stacking and dispensing, while the impact-resistant material withstands rigorous daily use. The container’s smooth surface allows for effortless cleaning, reducing downtime, and supporting streamlined sanitation routines. Ideal for portion control, ingredient display, or storage in busy foodservice venues, this fountain jar integrates seamlessly into modular prep and dispensing workflows, enabling reliable operation across various kitchen stations.
- Functionality: Precise 2-1/2 qt. capacity for accurate portioning
- Durability: Impact-resistant polyethylene withstands frequent handling
- Ease of Maintenance: Smooth surface simplifies cleaning and sanitizing
- Versatile Fit: Notched design supports secure stacking and dispensing
- Workflow Efficiency: Compatible with standard containers for streamlined operations
Suitable for use in high-volume food preparation, ingredient dispensing, or storage scenarios requiring dependable, food-safe containers.
38508 Technical Specs
The Carlisle 38508 Fountain Jar features a notched polyethylene construction in a white color finish, measuring 7 inches in height, 7.47 inches in width, and 4.6 inches in depth. Weighing approximately 1 pound, it offers a capacity of 2-1/2 quarts for efficient portion control and ingredient storage. The impact-resistant material ensures longevity under daily commercial kitchen conditions, while the notched design facilitates stacking and secure lid engagement. Its compatibility with standard dispensing accessories and ease of cleaning make it an optimal choice for medium-volume foodservice environments. The jar does not incorporate electrical components, and its simple, robust design supports rapid sanitization routines. Dimensions and weight support efficient storage and transport, while the seamless surface reduces cleaning time, contributing to operational efficiency.
- Capacity: 2-1/2 quarts for precise portioning
- Material: Impact-resistant polyethylene in white finish
- Dimensions: 7" height x 7.47" width x 4.6" depth
- Weight: 1 lb for manageable handling
- Construction: Notched design supports stability and stacking
- Color: White for easy visual identification
- Cleaning: Smooth surface facilitates quick sanitation
- Application: Suitable for storage, dispensing, and ingredient management
What is a commercial fountain jar
A commercial fountain jar is a foodservice container designed for precise ingredient dispensing, portioning, and storage in busy culinary environments. Made primarily from impact-resistant polyethylene, it features a capacity of 2-1/2 quarts and is optimized for durability and ease of cleaning. Typically used in restaurants, cafeterias, or catering settings, these jars support efficient workflow by enabling quick access and secure stacking. The Carlisle 38508 Fountain Jar, specifically, is well-suited for applications requiring hygienic, impact-resistant, and stackable storage solutions, ideal for moderate-volume foodservice operations focused on ingredient control and display.
Top commercial fountain jars for moderate-volume foodservice settings
These high-quality containers support precise portioning and durable dispensing in restaurant and cafeteria environments, with Carlisle 38508 offering impact-resistant polyethylene construction, a 2-1/2 qt. capacity, and easy maintenance suited for medium workloads and ingredient management.
- Operation type — e.g., food prep stations
- Kitchen setting — e.g., compact commercial kitchens
- Foodservice category — e.g., ingredient dispensing and storage
- Workload qualifier — moderate throughput
- Use case — ingredient portioning and presentation
Why Choose Carlisle 38508 Fountain Jar
Compared to similar containers, the Carlisle 38508 Fountain Jar offers enhanced impact resistance, a secure notched design for stable stacking, and a straightforward cleaning process that supports high hygiene standards. Its lightweight polyethylene build ensures easy handling and long-term durability, reducing replacement costs and downtime. Its compatibility with standard dispensing accessories makes it a practical addition to any commercial kitchen focused on efficiency and ingredient control.
- Compact footprint facilitates efficient countertop use
- Impact-resistant polyethylene enhances longevity
- Notched design improves stacking stability
- Easy to clean surface supports hygiene
- Designed for moderate-volume foodservice workflows
