The Steelite HL486326 Sauceboat is a professional-grade china vessel designed for high-volume foodservice operations. With an 18-1/2 oz. capacity, this fully vitrified gravy sauce boat offers outstanding durability and thermal resistance suitable for busy commercial kitchens. Its lead-free composition ensures food safety, while microwave, dishwasher, and oven compatibility streamline cleaning and reheating processes. Constructed from high-quality ceramic material, it provides a reliable solution for serviceware in restaurants, catering, and institutional dining settings, supporting efficient and consistent presentation of sauces and gravies.
Top Steelite HL486326 Features
The Steelite HL486326 sauceboat combines functional design with robust ceramic construction, ideal for mid-volume restaurant service. Its high-fired vitrified ceramic ensures chip resistance and long-term durability, supporting frequent use in commercial environments. The vessel’s ergonomic shape facilitates precise pouring, while its microwave and oven safety enable versatile reheating without transfer. The 18-1/2 oz. capacity makes it suitable for accommodating sauces, gravies, or dressings, simplifying workflow in busy service stations and buffet lines.
- High-capacity 18-1/2 oz. volume for serving sauces with minimal refills
- Vitrified ceramic body ensures durability and resistance to chipping
- Dishwasher, oven, microwave safe streamlines cleaning and rethermalization
- Lead-free glaze guarantees food safety and quality standards
- Ergonomic, easy-pour spout facilitates precise sauce presentation and control
Designed for foodservice professionals seeking reliable, high-performance sauce servingware for commercial kitchens.
Steelite HL486326 Technical Specs
The Steelite HL486326 sauceboat is engineered for durable performance in demanding culinary environments. Made from fully vitrified, lead-free china, it withstands microwave, oven, and dishwasher cycles. Measuring 8" in width, 4.25" in depth, and 4.75" in height, it weighs 1.66 lbs, optimized for stability and handling. The vessel features a classic white finish with a high-fired glaze that resists stains and scratches. Its operating temperature range accommodates typical kitchen reheating and service temperatures, making it suitable for frequent, rigorous use. The model number HL486326 conforms to industry standards for commercial dinnerware, supporting high-throughput service in restaurants, hotels, and catering operations.
- Electrical Compatibility: Not applicable; designed for manual use in hot or cold service
- Construction Material: Fully vitrified ceramic china, lead-free
- Dimensions: 8" W x 4.25" D x 4.75" H
- Weight: 1.66 lbs (product weight); shipping weight varies with packaging
- Temperature Resistance: Up to typical reheating temperatures (°F/°C)
- Food Safety: Lead-free glaze suitable for contact with all food types; dishwasher, oven, microwave safe
- Finish: White, high-fired ceramic with durable glaze
- Compatibility: Designed for serving sauces, gravies, and dressings in demanding foodservice settings
- Proper installation clearance: Ensure adequate space for stacking and cleaning processes
- Drainage considerations: Suitable for draining excess liquids in dishwashing cycles
- Cleaning routine: Dishwasher safe for efficient cleaning with standard commercial detergents
- Reheating capability: Microwave and oven safe for quick temperature adjustments
- Handling protocols: Sturdy construction prevents chipping and accidental breakage
What is a commercial gravy sauce boat?
A commercial gravy sauce boat is a specialized serving vessel crafted from durable ceramic or porcelain designed to deliver sauces, gravies, and dressings efficiently in high-volume foodservice operations. These vessels, such as the Steelite HL486326 model, are engineered with features that support frequent daily use, including microwave, dishwasher, and oven safety, as well as chip-resistant vitrified construction. Installed in restaurant buffets, catering stations, and banquet halls, this sauceboat ensures consistent presentation and quick service, maintaining quality and sanitation standards in busy kitchens and dining environments.
Top gravy sauce boats for foodservice operations
Top commercial gravy sauce boats like the Steelite HL486326 deliver high durability, functional capacity, and easy maintenance, suitable for mid-volume restaurant service. Built from vitrified china, they support demanding workflows in hospitality kitchens and cater to efficient sauce presentation for diverse foodservice settings.
- Operation-intensive — ideal for busy restaurant kitchens
- Compact footprint — optimized for space-efficient food stations
- Commercial-grade china — withstands daily commercial dishwashing cycles
- Medium workload — supporting moderate throughput requirements
- Food presentation — best suited for sauces and gravies in buffet setups
Why choose Steelite HL486326
Why choose Steelite HL486326 over similar sauce serving vessels? Its vitrified ceramic build provides exceptional durability and chip resistance, supporting heavy-duty repeated use. The fully vitrified, lead-free construction ensures compliance with food safety standards, while its versatile microwave, oven, and dishwasher compatibility streamline operational workflows. Its classic white finish enhances presentation in professional settings, making it a reliable choice for high-volume foodservice environments.
- Compact size with a durable ceramic body enhances operational efficiency
- Heavy-duty vitrified construction for prolonged service life
- Multifunctional — microwave, oven, dishwasher safe
- Lead-free, food-safe glaze guarantees safety and hygiene standards
- Designed for high-volume, demanding cuisines with consistent performance
