The Steelite 11200598 Essence Bowl is a professional-grade ceramic serving vessel designed for high-volume foodservice environments. With a capacity of 11-1/2 oz. and a diameter of 5-1/2 inches, this round bowl offers precise portion control and durability for serving salads, soups, or side dishes. Crafted from fully vitrified china, it ensures excellent thermal resistance, longevity, and consistent performance in demanding commercial kitchens. Its textured reactive glaze enhances visual appeal while maintaining practicality through dishwasher, microwave, and freezer compatibility, making it suitable for versatile kitchen workflows and high-turnover service. The bowl’s technical specifications highlight its suitability for professional hospitality operations seeking reliable and functional dinnerware solutions.
Top Steelite 11200598 Features
This Essence Bowl is engineered for durability and ease of maintenance, featuring fully vitrified china with a textured reactive glaze that withstands daily heavy use. Its 11-1/2 oz. capacity and 5-1/2" diameter optimize portion sizes in busy commercial settings. Designed to be microwave, dishwasher, and freezer safe, it supports efficient workflow with seamless cleaning and prep flexibility. The round form fits comfortably in hand for serving and stacking, ensuring space-efficient storage and quick handling during peak hours. Its high-quality construction minimizes chipping and cracking, making it ideal for institutions, catering, and restaurants requiring dependable tableware.
- Capacity: 11-1/2 oz. volume for portion control
- Material: Fully vitrified china with textured reactive glaze for durability
- Performance: Microwave, freezer, and dishwasher safe for versatile use
- Design: Round shape with 5-1/2" diameter for consistent presentation
- Maintenance: Hand-finished surface simplifies cleaning and reduces chips
Ideal for high-volume foodservice operations requiring resilient and functional dinnerware.
Steelite 11200598 Technical Specs
The Steelite 11200598 Essence Bowl features a durable fully vitrified china construction, providing thermal shock resistance suitable for commercial microwave and freezer applications. It measures 5-1/2 inches in width and weighs approximately 16 lbs per case pack of two dozen, ensuring uniformity in serving. The bowl’s textured reactive glaze enhances aesthetic appeal while ensuring longevity against daily impacts. This model is dishwasher-safe, supporting streamlined cleaning routines in busy kitchens. It operates within standard commercial kitchen parameters, and its high-quality build delivers consistent performance for moderate-volume restaurant and catering service. No electrical, refrigeration, or ventilation requirements apply to this ceramic dinnerware.
- Capacity: 11-1/2 oz. for entree or side portioning
- Material: Fully vitrified china with textured reactive glaze
- Dimensions: 5.5" diameter, 16 lbs per case pack
- Durability: Chip-resistant, impact-tolerant ceramic construction
- Cleaning: Dishwasher safe for efficient maintenance
- Compatibility: Microwave and freezer safe for flexible kitchen workflows
What is a commercial bowl?
A commercial bowl is a durable foodservice vessel made from materials such as vitrified china designed to withstand the rigors of high-volume usage. These bowls like the Steelite 11200598 Essence Bowl are typically used in restaurant, catering, and institutional settings to serve salads, soups, and side dishes. They feature impact-resistant construction, thermal stability, and ease of cleaning, making them suitable for busy foodservice environments with frequent cycle demands. Installed in high-capacity kitchens and catering lines, these bowls facilitate efficient plating, portioning, and presentation, while their robust design ensures longevity and cost-effectiveness for institutional dining facilities.
Top general-purpose bowls for high-volume foodservice
Designed for moderate-volume restaurant and catering operations, the Steelite 11200598 Essence Bowl exemplifies high-quality construction with a fully vitrified china body, ideal for consistent service in commercial kitchens. Manufactured by Steelite International, it ensures functional durability, precise portioning, and seamless integration into busy workflows, making it highly suitable for institutional and hospitality settings.
- Operation type — suitable for restaurant prep stations
- Kitchen setting — optimized for compact commercial spaces
- Foodservice category — ideal for institutional and catering use
- Workload qualifier — supports moderate throughput
- Use case — effective for serving salads, soups, and sides during busy shifts
Why Choose Steelite 11200598?
Steelite’s 11200598 Essence Bowl stands out with its fully vitrified, textured reactive glaze that enhances durability and visual appeal. Its impact-resistant design reduces breakage, while the dishwasher, microwave, and freezer compatibility support efficient kitchen operation. Unlike thinner alternatives, this bowl’s solid construction ensures long-lasting performance, making it a reliable choice for high-demand foodservice environments seeking resilient and restaurant-ready dinnerware.
- Impact-resistant vitrified china reduces replacement costs
- Textured reactive glaze offers unique aesthetic finish
- Compact size for efficient stacking and storage
- Fully vitrified material withstands thermal shocks
- Designed for high-volume commercial dishwashing cycles
