The Steelite DCI616BK Pasta Bowl is a professional-grade ceramic serving vessel designed for high-volume foodservice operations requiring durable and versatile dinnerware. With a 22 oz. capacity and a diameter of 7-5/8 inches (9-1/4 inches with handles), this bowl is engineered for serving pasta, salads, and substantial entrées. Fully vitrified, it ensures strength and resistance to thermal stress, making it suitable for oven and microwave applications. The lead-free ceramic construction aligns with rigorous food safety standards, providing a reliable option for restaurants, cafeterias, and catering services seeking long-lasting kitchenware with optimal performance and ease of maintenance.
Top Steelite DCI616BK Features
The Steelite DCI616BK Pasta Bowl provides a robust ceramic design with a 22 oz. capacity optimized for large servings. Its fully vitrified material ensures high durability for frequent oven and microwave use, facilitating reheating and presentation without damage. The bowl's large handles accommodate easy handling in busy commercial kitchens, while its lead-free composition supports safe food contact. Perfect for high-volume pasta stations and casual dining environments, this bowl streamlines serving workflows with its balanced size and dependable construction.
- Functionality: Generous 22 oz. capacity for substantial servings.
- Durability: Fully vitrified ceramic resists thermal shock and chipping.
- Ease of Use: Oven & microwave safe with ergonomically designed handles.
- Use Case: Ideal for pasta dishes and hearty salads in high-volume settings.
- Workflow Benefit: Simplifies busy plating and reheating processes efficiently.
Designed for commercial kitchen environments where robust, versatile dinnerware is essential for consistent performance.
Steelite DCI616BK Technical Specs
The Steelite DCI616BK Pasta Bowl is constructed from high-quality ceramic, ensuring it withstands a maximum operating temperature suitable for oven and microwave applications. Its fully vitrified composition grants superior thermal shock resistance, and with a weight of approximately 20.94 pounds, it’s designed for heavy-duty use in demanding foodservice settings. This model features a round geometric shape with a 9-3/4 inch width including handles and a height of 1-5/8 inches. The bowl’s material is lead-free, facilitating safe contact with food products. It is compatible with standard commercial oven and microwave procedures, and its durable finish ensures longevity even after frequent dishwashing.
- Capacity: 22 oz. for substantial portion servings
- Material: Fully vitrified ceramic for strength and thermal resilience
- Dimensions: 9-5/8" diameter x 1-5/8" height
- Weight: 20.94 lbs for commercial handling and transport
- Food Safety: Lead-free ceramic compliant with safety standards
- Temperature Resistance: Suitable for oven and microwave operation up to safe temperature ranges
- Electrical Compatibility: Not applicable
- Installation Requirements: Suitable for stacking and storing in standard shelving units
- Cleaning & Maintenance: Dishwasher safe; withstands routine commercial cleaning
- Storage: Designed for efficient stacking; minimal space footprint
- Temperature Tolerance: Safe for oven reheating and microwave heating up to maximum temperature limits
What is a commercial pasta bowl?
A commercial pasta bowl is a specialized serving vessel crafted from durable ceramic or porcelain materials, designed for high-volume foodservice environments. The Steelite DCI616BK Pasta Bowl is an example of this category, manufactured by Steelite International, with a capacity of 22 oz. and a diameter of 9-1/4 inches with handles. Typically used in restaurants, cafeterias, and catering kitchens, it facilitates efficient presentation and reheating of pasta and hearty dishes, supporting fast-paced workflows with its robust construction and functional size.
Top commercial pasta bowls for moderate-volume foodservice settings
Constructed with high-quality ceramic, the Steelite DCI616BK offers dependable performance suitable for moderate-volume restaurant or cafeteria service. Designed for versatility, it supports oven and microwave reheating in busy, fast-paced kitchens where durability and safety are priorities. Redistribution-friendly and handle-equipped, this bowl enhances operational efficiency in institutional and casual dining environments.
- Operation Type — medium-volume pasta and entrée stations
- Kitchen Setting — cafeteria and casual dining spaces
- Foodservice Category — ceramic dinnerware for large servings
- Workload Qualifier — consistent throughput in busy kitchens
- Use Case — serving substantial pasta meals and salads efficiently
Why Choose Steelite DCI616BK?
Steelite DCI616BK distinguishes itself through high durability, full vitrification, and ergonomic handle design tailored for high-capacity foodservice environments. Its oven and microwave safe ceramic construction ensures reliable performance under rigorous daily use. Compared to standard dinnerware, it offers a larger capacity, reinforced thermal shock resistance, and a polished finish for superior presentation and ease of cleaning, supporting operational efficiency in demanding commercial kitchens.
- Compact footprint enhances storage and handling in tight kitchens
- Self-contained design simplifies reheating and serving workflows
- Heavy-duty vitrified ceramic resists chipping and thermal shock
- Large handles improve grip during busy service periods
- Ideal for restaurant-ready pasta and entree presentation
