The Steelite HL5140AWHA Au Gratin/Shirred Egg Dish is a commercial-grade serving vessel designed for precise culinary presentation and durability in foodservice environments. Crafted from high-quality China, this round dish features a 16 oz. capacity and a 7-inch diameter, making it suitable for baking, broiling, and serving individual portions. Its handled design allows for safe handling and ease of transport, optimized for use in restaurant kitchens, hotel buffets, or catered events. The Hall China finish ensures resistance to thermal and mechanical stress, maintaining integrity during repetitive use in high-volume operations.
Top Steelite HL5140AWHA Au Gratin Dish Features
The Steelite HL5140AWHA Au Gratin/Shirred Egg Dish offers a robust, commercial-grade solution for foodservice establishments requiring uniform heating and durable construction. Its food-safe ceramic material provides exceptional heat retention, ideal for baking and broiling applications. Designed with a practical handle for ease of use and cleaning, the dish supports efficient workflows in busy kitchens. Perfect for individual servings in casual or formal dining settings, it integrates seamlessly with standard oven environments, promoting consistent presentation and easy maintenance.
- Capacity: 16 oz. suitable for individual portion presentation
- Material Grade: Commercial-grade China with high mechanical strength
- Durability Traits: Heat-resistant, chip-resistant ceramic construction
- Ease of Use: Handle facilitates safe transport from oven to table
- Use Case: Compatible with standard oven baking and broiling workflows
Ideal for precise baking and presenting individual egg or gratin dishes in busy foodservice operations.
HL5140AWHA Technical Specs
The Steelite HL5140AWHA Au Gratin/Shirred Egg Dish features a ceramic composition optimized for thermal retention within a 7-inch diameter profile, providing uniform heat distribution during baking and broiling. Weighing approximately 25.35 pounds, it’s engineered for commercial kitchen durability. The dish operates within typical high-heat ranges suitable for oven use and other heat applications. Its elegant white Hall China finish ensures compatibility with a variety of serveware aesthetics and sanitization routines. This model does not include electrical requirements or cooling systems, aligning with standard oven compatibility and food safety standards. Additionally, the dish’s material complies with food safety standards, supporting efficient cleaning and seamless workflow integration.
- Model Number: HL5140AWHA
- Material: China (unspecified)
- Dimensions: 7" diameter x 2.5" height approx.
- Weight: 25.35 lbs
- Temperature Range: Heat resistant for oven use, max safe temp typically 450°F
- Construction & Finish: White glazed ceramic, durable for repetitive use
- Cleaning & Maintenance: Dishwasher safe, resistant to thermal shock
- Usage Compatibility: Oven safe, suitable for broiling and baking
- Storage Requirement: Stackable design for space-efficient storage
Electrical Requirements: Not applicable
Cooling Method: Not applicable
Food Safety: Material-safe, compatible with standard cleaning protocols
What is a commercial au gratin dish?
A commercial au gratin dish is a durable serving vessel designed for baking and presenting individual small dishes such as eggs or gratins. Constructed from high-quality ceramic, it ensures even heat distribution and withstands high-temperature oven environments. The Steelite HL5140AWHA is specifically manufactured for professional kitchens, installed in restaurant or hotel settings to facilitate precise portion control and consistent presentation, making it ideal for casual or fine dining applications in high-volume foodservice operations.
Top Au Gratin Dishes for Foodservice Environments
Structured for medium workloads, the Steelite HL5140AWHA Au Gratin/Shirred Egg Dish combines robust ceramic construction with commercial kitchen functionality, offering reliable performance in professional kitchens for baking and serving individual portions. The model from Steelite International ensures efficient workflow integration in busy dining or catering scenarios, supporting high standards of sanitation and presentation.
- Moderate throughput — suitable for bustling restaurant prep stations
- Compact footprint — easy to store in standard kitchen cabinets
- Versatile application — bake, serve, and reheat individual dishes
- Restaurant-ready — durable and consistent for frequent use
- Efficient workflow — handling and serving with handle-enhanced design
Why Choose Steelite HL5140AWHA ?
Constructed from durable, high-quality ceramic with a sleek white finish, the Steelite HL5140AWHA stands out among commercial au gratin dishes for its resistance to chipping and thermal shock. Its 7-inch diameter and handled design optimize workflow efficiency, while its proven performance in oven environments ensures consistent cooking results. Engineered for high-volume foodservice, this dish supports precise presentation and ease of maintenance — qualities that distinguish it from standard options.
- Self-contained ceramic construction for reliable durability
- Designed with handles for safe handling during service
- Compatible with commercial oven environments
- Resistant to thermal and mechanical stress during high-volume use
- Seamless integration into professional baking and serving workflows
