The Steelite 11540372 Nouveau Bowl is a durable, commercial-grade ceramic serving piece designed for high-volume foodservice environments. With a 12 oz. capacity and 10-5/8" diameter, this round bowl seamlessly integrates into restaurant, buffet, or café settings requiring an elegant presentation combined with resilient performance. Crafted by Steelite International from vitrified ceramic, it offers excellent thermal resistance and long-term durability, making it suitable for freezer, microwave, and dishwasher use. Its technical specifications include a sizeable 12 oz. capacity within a 10-5/8" diameter construction, ensuring efficient portion control, while the lifetime edge chip warranty underscores its longevity in demanding settings.
Top Steelite 11540372 Features
The Steelite 11540372 Nouveau Bowl offers a high-performance solution for commercial foodservice operators seeking durable, versatile dinnerware. Its vitrified ceramic body ensures resistance to chipping and thermal shock, while its large 12 oz. capacity and round shape optimize portioning and presentation. Designed for ease of cleaning and handling, this bowl is compatible with standard dishwashing protocols and can withstand frequent use in busy kitchens. The design supports seamless integration into buffets, casual dining, or catering setups, supporting efficient workflow management for medium-volume operations.
- Functionality: Perfect for serving salads, soups, or appetizers in busy restaurants.
- Durability Traits: Made from vitrified ceramic with lifetime edge chip warranty.
- Ease of Maintenance: Dishwasher safe for expedited cleaning cycles.
- Real-world Fit: Suitable for buffet lines and plated service in commercial kitchens.
- Workflow Integration: Large capacity fits standard portioning needs in medium-volume foodservice.
Ideal for upscale casual dining or catering operations requiring reliable, dishwasher-safe dinnerware with high thermal resistance.
Steelite 11540372 Technical Specs
The Steelite 11540372 Nouveau Bowl features a vitrified ceramic construction with a diameter of 10-5/8 inches and a weight of approximately 13 pounds per case. Its design offers proven resistance to thermal shock, microwave, and dishwasher use, ensuring longevity and easy maintenance. The product's finish is crafted for durability, with a lifetime edge chip warranty providing added confidence in its long-term performance. Operating across a standard warewashing temperature range, this bowl supports efficient cleaning routines. Dimensions accommodate versatile service, with a form factor optimized for moderate throughput environments, such as cafes and casual dining settings. The bowl’s stacked configuration facilitates space-efficient storage in busy kitchens.
- Capacity: 12 fluid ounces
- Material: Vitrified ceramic
- Dimensions: 10-5/8" diameter x standard height
- Weight: 13 lbs per case
- Finish: Vitrified ceramic, grey finish
- Temperature Range: Suitable for microwave and oven use up to manufacturer limits
- Cleaning: Dishwasher safe with no special maintenance required
- Warranty: Lifetime edge chip warranty
- Stackability: Designed for space-efficient storage
- Refrigeration Compatibility: Suitable for chilled applications
Electrical Requirements: Not applicable
Cooling Method: Not applicable
Production Capacity: Not applicable
Construction & Finish: Vitrified ceramic with grey exterior finish
Food Safety: Food-safe glaze tested for longevity in commercial dishwashing
Dimensions: 10-5/8" diameter, standard height
Color: Neutral grey finish
Temperature Resistance: Suitable for microwave and freezer use
Usage Compatibility: Compatible with commercial dishwashers and microwave units
What is a commercial bowl?
A commercial bowl is a heavy-duty, food-safe serveware component designed for high-volume use in professional kitchens. Typically made from vitrified ceramic or durable plastic, these bowls are optimized for durability, thermal stability, and ease of cleaning. The Steelite 11540372 Nouveau Bowl exemplifies this with its 12 oz. capacity, 10-5/8" diameter, and dishwasher-safe feature, making it ideal for restaurants, buffets, and catering operations that demand reliable, space-efficient serveware suitable for frequent handling and repeated use in busy foodservice environments.
Top Ceramic Bowls for Foodservice Environments
Designed for medium-volume foodservice operations, the Steelite 11540372 Nouveau Bowl combines robust construction with functional size, ideal for casual dining, buffets, and catering. Steelite International’s craftsmanship ensures long-term durability, supporting efficient operation in busy commercial kitchens, especially those requiring reliable, thermal-shock resistant dinnerware. Its 12 oz. capacity and versatile design make it suited to various service styles, including plated meals and self-serve stations.
- Operation-specific — suited for moderate throughput kitchens
- Compact footprint — fits well in busy countertop and storage spaces
- Commercial-grade — NSF-approved ceramic material withstands repeated dishwashing
- Multi-use design — microwave, freezer, and dishwasher safe
- Optimized for workflow — large capacity simplifies portioning and presentation
Why Choose Steelite 11540372 Nouveau Bowl
Why settle for less when the Steelite 11540372 Nouveau Bowl offers exceptional durability, compatibility with multiple heating and cooling methods, and a large serving capacity within a resilient vitrified ceramic form? Its design promotes efficient workflow, easy cleaning, and long-term performance in demanding commercial kitchens, supporting high-volume service without compromise.
- Self-contained construction ensures durability in high-use environments
- Chewable ice compatibility for versatile beverage service
- Compact footprint optimizes storage in busy kitchens
- Restaurant-ready design with lifetime chip warranty
- High thermal resistance for microwave and freezer compatibility
