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APS Asia+ Red Melamine Buffet Tray GN 1/1

SKU: DT774

£67.58(£81.10 inc VAT)
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The APS Asia+ Red Tray is a full GN 1/1 melamine serving tray designed for buffet presentation and self-service dining environments. Its red and black colourway draws on traditional bento box aesthetics, making it a practical choice for operators running Oriental-themed concepts, pan-Asian buffets, or contemporary self-service restaurants where visual coherence at the buffet counter matters.

In busy service conditions, melamine of this grade performs reliably. It resists the knocks and repeated handling that come with high-footfall buffet operations, and unlike ceramics or porcelain, it won't crack or shatter under normal commercial use. The tray is compatible with the wider APS Asia+ collection, so it can be combined with the range's stacking bowls and interlocking trays to build a coordinated buffet assortment without mismatched presentation.

From an operational standpoint, the key practical advantages are straightforward:

  • Melamine construction handles heavy daily use without cracking or breaking
  • GN 1/1 footprint fits standard buffet counters and display risers
  • Part of a coordinated range, allowing consistent visual presentation across the buffet
  • Lightweight relative to ceramic alternatives, reducing handling strain during setup
  • Easy to clean down between service periods

There are no electrical, gas, or water installation requirements. Storage is the main practical consideration — at GN 1/1 size, stacking space in the back-of-house should be accounted for if you are running a large number of trays across multiple buffet stations.

This tray is best suited to all-you-can-eat restaurants, buffet-style dining operations, and corporate catering environments where durability and visual consistency are priorities. Operators running smaller buffet formats may find a half-size alternative more practical for their counter layout.

If you're putting together a full buffet assortment or want to confirm compatibility across the APS Asia+ range, the team is happy to help you work through the options.

Frequently asked questions

How many trays would a typical all-you-can-eat buffet operation need?

This depends on the number of stations, dishes offered, and whether you rotate trays between kitchen and floor during service. As a general guide, operators typically want at least two trays per buffet position to allow one in use and one being replenished or cleaned. For larger operations with multiple stations, building up a larger stock reduces the pressure on service flow.

Can this tray be used with chafing dishes or heated buffet equipment?

Melamine is not suitable for direct heat sources or use with chafing fuel. It is intended for ambient or pre-prepared cold and room-temperature presentation. If you need to hold hot food on the buffet, a different material or a compatible food pan with a heated base unit would be the appropriate route.

Does this tray work with other APS collections, or only the Asia+ range?

The GN 1/1 footprint means it will sit on any standard GN-compatible buffet furniture regardless of range. However, for a fully coordinated visual presentation in terms of colourway and style, it is designed to work alongside the APS Asia+ collection of bowls and trays. Mixing it with other APS ranges is workable functionally, though the aesthetic match will depend on the specific products chosen.
APS Asia+ Red Melamine Buffet Tray GN 1/1

£67.58(£81.10 inc VAT)

£67.58(£81.10 inc VAT)

The APS Asia+ Red Tray is a full GN 1/1 melamine serving tray designed for buffet presentation and self-service dining environments. Its red and black colourway draws on traditional bento box aesthetics, making it a practical choice for operators running Oriental-themed concepts, pan-Asian buffets, or contemporary self-service restaurants where visual coherence at the buffet counter matters.

In busy service conditions, melamine of this grade performs reliably. It resists the knocks and repeated handling that come with high-footfall buffet operations, and unlike ceramics or porcelain, it won't crack or shatter under normal commercial use. The tray is compatible with the wider APS Asia+ collection, so it can be combined with the range's stacking bowls and interlocking trays to build a coordinated buffet assortment without mismatched presentation.

From an operational standpoint, the key practical advantages are straightforward:

  • Melamine construction handles heavy daily use without cracking or breaking
  • GN 1/1 footprint fits standard buffet counters and display risers
  • Part of a coordinated range, allowing consistent visual presentation across the buffet
  • Lightweight relative to ceramic alternatives, reducing handling strain during setup
  • Easy to clean down between service periods

There are no electrical, gas, or water installation requirements. Storage is the main practical consideration — at GN 1/1 size, stacking space in the back-of-house should be accounted for if you are running a large number of trays across multiple buffet stations.

This tray is best suited to all-you-can-eat restaurants, buffet-style dining operations, and corporate catering environments where durability and visual consistency are priorities. Operators running smaller buffet formats may find a half-size alternative more practical for their counter layout.

If you're putting together a full buffet assortment or want to confirm compatibility across the APS Asia+ range, the team is happy to help you work through the options.