The Tablecraft CW1026CSS Hot Food Template is a durable stainless steel insert designed for commercial foodservice applications. Measuring 13-1/2" x 21-5/8", this metal tile inset fits well-sized wells measuring 11-7/8" x 19-7/8". It features a circle swirl finish and is dishwasher safe, providing an efficient solution for maintaining hot foods at serving temperatures in buffet lines, steam tables, and cafeteria setups. Its technical design ensures compatibility with specific well sizes and supports high-volume food service operations, making it a reliable choice for professional catering, institutional kitchens, and restaurant establishments requiring precise heat retention and easy cleaning.
Top Tablecraft CW1026CSS Features
The CW1026CSS hot food template offers a stainless steel construction with a circle swirl finish, ensuring durability in heavy-duty kitchen environments. Its design allows it to fit two CW2052 and one CW7010 fitments, facilitating multiple food portioning applications. Easy to clean with dishwasher-safe material, it supports efficient workflow in high-volume serving stations. The product’s precise dimensions promote seamless integration into standard well sizes, optimizing heat retention and presentation. Its corrosion-resistant material contributes to long-term reliability in commercial kitchen settings.
- Excellent fitment for well sizes: Designed for 11-7/8" x 19-7/8" openings.
- Constructed from stainless steel: Offers superior durability and corrosion resistance.
- Dishwasher safe design: Simplifies cleaning and sanitation routines.
- Precise dimensions for seamless integration: Ensures compatibility with specified foodservice wells.
- Ideal for buffet and steam table use: Supports high-volume hot food service workflows.
Designed for professional food storage and presentation at high-traffic buffet lines or cafeteria stations.
Tablecraft CW1026CSS Technical Specs
The CW1026CSS stainless steel hot food template is engineered with a model number CW1026CSS, featuring a long side of 21 inches and a short side of 13 inches, with a height of 1.12 inches. It weighs 7.7 pounds and is crafted from high-grade stainless steel finished in a circle swirl pattern. The product is dishwasher safe, supporting easy cleaning and sanitation. Its dimensions are optimized to fit well sizes of 11-7/8" x 19-7/8" in commercial steam tables or buffet applications. The unit operates without electrical requirements, making it compatible with various kitchen setups. It is typically shipped within 3-4 weeks, as indicated by manufacturer lead times, and contains no certification markings beyond safety compliance considerations for general use. The template meets Proposition 65 standards for material safety and environmental health.
- Material: Stainless steel with circle swirl finish
- Dimensions: 21.62" length x 13" width x 1.12" height
- Weight: 7.7 lbs
- Compatibility: Fits well sizes of 11-7/8" x 19-7/8"
- Cleaning: Dishwasher safe for quick sanitation
- Construction: Commercial-grade stainless steel for durability
What is a commercial hot food template?
A commercial hot food template is a stainless steel insert designed for use in steam tables, buffet lines, and food warmer stations to keep prepared foods at proper serving temperatures. Manufactured for durability and ease of cleaning, it is installed directly into well-sized openings in foodservice equipment. The Tablecraft CW1026CSS hot food template is suitable for high-volume catering, institutional dining, and restaurant buffet setups, supporting efficient meal presentation and temperature maintenance for various hot foods, including entrees and side dishes. Its precise dimensions and dishwasher-safe construction make it an essential component of professional kitchen operations.
Top Metal Foodservice Accessories for high-volume catering
Designed for high-capacity foodservice environments, this top-tier stainless steel template from Tablecraft offers reliable performance and easy maintenance for buffet stations and steam tables in institutional settings. CW1026CSS ensures operational efficiency, facilitating seamless integration with standard well sizes and supporting diverse hot food applications in busy kitchen operations.
- Operation Type — suited for large catering setups
- Kitchen Type — ideal for institutional and commercial kitchens
- Foodservice Category — compatible with hot food presentation equipment
- Workload Qualification — supports moderate throughput
- Use Case — optimal for maintaining hot foods during service
Why Choose Tablecraft CW1026CSS?
Tablecraft CW1026CSS outperforms similar hot food templates with its high-quality stainless steel construction, corrosion resistance, and precise sizing for reliable fitment. Its dishwasher-safe design simplifies cleaning, reducing labor and sanitation costs, while its durable finish maintains appearance under demanding commercial use. This model's robust build ensures longevity, making it suitable for high-traffic foodservice settings requiring consistent performance and presentation control.
- Compact footprint fits specific well sizes in busy buffet lines
- Manufactured from commercial-grade stainless steel for extended lifespan
- Dishwasher safe for efficient cleaning and sanitation
- Corrosion-resistant finish maintains aesthetic appeal over time
- Designed for seamless integration with standard steam table equipment
