The Steelite 11540400 Baker is a commercial-grade 13 oz. oval ceramic baking dish designed for professional foodservice environments. Crafted from vitrified ceramic, this bakery dish offers exceptional durability, resistance to thermal shock, and compatibility with freezer, microwave, and dishwasher applications. Its precise 6-1/4" length and 6.25" width facilitate consistent portioning and presentation in institutional kitchens, catering setups, and bakery operations. The dish's engineered performance ensures longevity with a lifetime edge chip warranty, making it a reliable solution for high-volume baking and reheating needs.
Top Steelite 11540400 Features
The Steelite 11540400 bakery dish is optimized for commercial kitchens requiring durable bakeware with versatile usability. Its vitrified ceramic construction withstands extreme temperature changes, reducing the risk of cracking. The dish's non-porous surface facilitates easy cleaning and maintenance, while its size and shape are designed for efficient stacking and storage. Perfect for baking, reheating, and serving, it integrates seamlessly into busy workflows, supporting high throughput and consistent food quality.
- Capacity: 13 oz. suitable for individual portions or small batch baking
- Material Grade: vitrified ceramic with lifetime edge chip warranty for enhanced durability
- Ease of Use: dishwasher and microwave safe simplifies cleaning and reheating procedures
- Fit and Compatibility: oval shape with 6-1/4" length ideal for standard oven racks and food prep stations
- Workflow Efficiency: stackable design reduces storage footprint in high-volume kitchens
Recommended for bakers, catering, and institutional kitchens seeking reliable bakeware with longevity and ease of maintenance.
Steelite 11540400 Technical Specs
The Steelite 11540400 bakery dish features a vitrified ceramic construction finished in a neutral Craft Grey color, compatible with the demanding conditions of commercial foodservice. With precise dimensions of 6-1/4" by 6-1/4", it weighs approximately 16 pounds, offering robust stability. Its operating temperature range ensures safe use in standard baking and reheating environments, while its dishwasher-safe feature supports efficient cleaning routines. The product is designed with a durable glaze and firing process that resist crazing and chipping, and its overall form supports stacking and storage within busy kitchen operations. The dish is a discontinued model but remains a professional choice for bakery, catering, and meal prep applications.
- Construction: vitrified ceramic for high durability and thermal shock resistance
- Color: Craft Grey finish for sleek presentation and versatile integration
- Dimensions: 6-1/4" x 6-1/4" x 2-1/4"
- Weight: approximately 16 lbs per dish
- Temperature Range: Operates safely up to typical baking and reheating temperatures
- Cleaning Method: dishwasher safe with no special maintenance requirements
- Refrigeration Compatibility: freezer safe for storage and prep
- Electrical Requirements: Not applicable for ceramic bakeware
- Refrigeration: suitable for freezer storage of prepared items
- Refrigeration Type: designed for cold storage with resilient ceramic material
- Production Capacity: capable of handling multiple servings per batch in commercial settings
- Energy Use: not applicable
- Construction & Finish: vitrified ceramic with durable glaze
- Food Safety: resistant to staining and easy to sanitize with standard cleaning
- Dimensions: detailed above
- Usage Compatibility: oven, microwave, dishwasher, freezer
- Ergonomics & Safety: rounded edges prevent chipping and facilitate handling
What is a commercial baking dish?
A commercial baking dish is a heavy-duty, heat-resistant vessel designed for consistent baking, reheating, and serving in professional foodservice settings. Constructed from durable materials such as vitrified ceramic, these dishes support high-volume use, withstand thermal shocks, and are compatible with oven, microwave, and dishwasher operations. The Steelite 11540400 baking dish specifically provides an oval shape with precise dimensions for portion control and efficient workflow, ideal for bakeries, catering services, and institutional kitchens focused on reliable and repeatable food preparation processes.
Top commercial baking dishes for small-scale bakery operations
Designed for medium workload bakery kitchens, the Steelite 11540400 offers durable vitrified ceramic construction with versatile oven and freezer compatibility, perfect for professional bakery baking and reheating tasks. Steelite’s model 11540400 suits mid-volume foodservice applications with its reliable performance and ceramic resilience, suitable for institutional and catering environments.
- Operation Type — suited for bakery and café staging
- Kitchen Type — ideal for compact commercial bakeries
- Foodservice Category — fitting for bakery and pastry services
- Workload Qualifier — designed for moderate throughput baking needs
- Use Case — supports consistent baking, reheating, and portioning
Why Choose Steelite 11540400?
Steelite's 11540400 bakery dish stands out for its vitrified ceramic durability, lifetime warranty, and versatile compatibility with commercial ovens, microwaves, and dishwashers. Its sleek Craft Grey finish offers contemporary aesthetics combined with reliable performance, addressing the demanding needs of busy professional kitchens. Unlike standard bakeware, its robust construction minimizes chipping, cracks, and staining, ensuring operational longevity and consistent food presentation.
- Self-contained design supports high-volume batch workflows
- Vitrified ceramic resists thermal shock and chipping
- Stackable shape maximizes storage efficiency in tight spaces
- Dishwasher safe enhances cleaning and turnover times
- Lifetime edge chip warranty offers long-term durability assurance
