The Steelite HL455345 Serving Bowl is a high-capacity, commercial-grade foodservice vessel designed for professional culinary operations requiring durable and versatile serveware. Constructed from fully vitrified, lead-free China, it offers an 80 oz. (2.5 quart) capacity, ideal for large portion serving in hospitality settings. Measuring 10-1/2 inches in diameter and 3 inches high, this round bowl provides a spacious presentation platform suitable for buffets, catering, and banquet service. Microwave, dishwasher, and oven safe features ensure compatibility with varied kitchen workflows and facilitate efficient cleaning and reheating processes. Engineered for performance, the HL455345 melds robustness with functionality, catering specifically to mid-volume commercial environments demanding reliable, restaurant-ready serveware designed for frequent use and maximum longevity.
Top Steelite HL455345 Features
The Steelite HL455345 Serving Bowl is engineered for commercial foodservice providers seeking durable, large-capacity serveware with versatile functionality. Its vitrified china construction offers enhanced thermal resistance and longevity, supporting high-volume workflows. The bowl’s microwave, oven, and dishwasher-safe design simplifies handling, cleaning, and reheating tasks, making it suitable for busy catering and buffet applications. Its round shape ensures effective utilization of space and ease of stacking or storage, fitting seamlessly into large-scale hospitality operations. With a capacity of 80 oz., this bowl addresses the needs of large portion servings, reducing the need for multiple smaller containers and streamlining serving processes.
- Function or Performance: Large 80 oz. capacity supports bulk serving needs
- Durability Traits: Fully vitrified, lead-free ceramic withstands thermal cycling
- Ease of Use or Maintenance: Dishwasher, oven, and microwave safe for quick cleaning and reheating
- Real-World Use Case: Ideal for buffet lines, catering, and large-volume dining
- Workflow Benefit: Supports high throughput with durable, stackable design
Ideal for large-scale catering or buffet setups requiring reliable, high-capacity serving ware
Steelite HL455345 Technical Specs
The Steelite HL455345 Serving Bowl features a 10-1/2 inch diameter and a 3-inch height, built from fully vitrified, lead-free ceramic that is microwave, dishwasher, and oven safe. Weighing approximately 15 lbs, it delivers durability suitable for rigorous commercial environments, supporting repeated thermal and mechanical stress. Its construction ensures excellent thermal shock resistance and safe food handling, with a cube payload of 70 class for freight. Designed for large portions, this bowl is compatible with standard commercial kitchen workflows, enhancing productivity in foodservice operations like buffets and catered events. The bowl’s simple, rounded form maximizes volume capacity while maintaining ease of stacking and cleaning, making it fit well into busy kitchens and serving facilities.
- Capacity: Supports up to 80 oz. (2.5 quarts) of food
- Material: Fully vitrified, lead-free ceramic with high durability
- Dimensions: 10-1/2 inches in diameter, 3 inches high
- Construction: Commercial-grade, dishwasher/oven/microwave compatible
- Weight: Approximately 15 lbs for stable handling and use
- Food Safety: Food-safe, easy to sanitize, resistant to thermal shock
- Shipping Class: Freight class 70, typically ships in 10-12 weeks
- Electrical Compatibility: Not applicable
- Heating Requirements: Suitable for oven reheating
- Cleaning Requirements: Dishwasher safe for streamlined cleaning cycles
- Storage Needs: Stackable design maximizes space efficiency
- Usage Compatibility: Microwave safe, suitable for hot or cold foods
- Material Safety: Lead-free ceramic with Proposition 65 compliance
What is a commercial serving bowl?
A commercial serving bowl is a large, durable vessel used for presenting and portioning food in professional foodservice environments. Typically constructed from robust materials like vitrified china or stainless steel, these bowls are designed to withstand frequent use, thermal cycling, and rigorous cleaning processes. The HL455345 model by Steelite International is a 10-1/2-inch round bowl with an 80 oz. capacity, suitable for buffet lines, catering services, and large-volume dining establishments. Its microwave, oven, and dishwasher-safe features enhance workflow efficiency, making it a reliable choice for high-demand kitchens focused on consistent presentation and operational durability.
Top medium-volume serving solutions for hospitality operations
Designed for high-demand foodservice environments, the Steelite HL455345 large serving bowl offers robust construction and versatility for catering, buffet, and banquet applications. With its 80 oz. capacity, it supports efficient large-portioned service workflows, ideal for mid-volume restaurant and hospitality kitchens. Steelite HL455345 combines durability with ease of maintenance, ensuring dependable performance in busy commercial settings.
- Operation type — catering and buffet service
- Kitchen setting — large-scale hospitality kitchens
- Foodservice category — serving ware for large portions
- Workload qualifier — medium-volume throughput
- Use case — bulk serving and presentation needs
Why Choose Steelite HL455345 Serving Bowl
Compared to similar high-capacity serveware, the Steelite HL455345 stands out with its fully vitrified, lead-free ceramic construction, ensuring longevity and thermal stability in demanding environments. Its size, versatility, and compatibility with microwave, oven, and dishwasher operations streamline large portion serving and cleanup, enhancing operational efficiency while maintaining presentation standards for high-volume foodservice settings.
- Distinctive large capacity reduces need for multiple containers
- Heavy-duty vitrified ceramics ensure long-term durability
- Oven and microwave safe simplifies reheating processes
- Stackable design saves storage space in busy kitchens
- Commercial-grade build ensures reliability and performance
