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Buffalo Bain Marie Countertop Wet Heat 1/1 GN

SKU: FT693

£101.00(£121.20 inc VAT)

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  • In the event of equipment failure any parts needed will be provided 2
  • In the event of equipment failure an engineer will be sent for an onsite repair 2
  • Equipment may be supplied with a moulded plug but may be more suitably connected to a fused spur

This Buffalo countertop bain marie is a wet heat unit designed to hold pre-cooked foods at safe serving temperatures throughout a service period. It accommodates a full 1/1 GN pan, making it a practical choice for hot-holding items such as gravies, sauces, soups, and portioned dishes. The water bath method distributes heat evenly around the pan, which helps prevent scorching and maintains a consistent temperature across the contents without constant attention from kitchen staff.

In a busy kitchen or self-service environment, the unit earns its place through straightforward reliability. The adjustable thermostat gives operators control over holding temperature within a useful range, and the 1.2kW element maintains that temperature steadily once the unit has reached operating level. It is not designed for high-volume batch cooking or rapid heating of cold product — its role is holding, and it performs that role consistently.

The practical advantages in day-to-day use include:

  • Simple temperature control with no unnecessary complexity
  • Stainless steel construction that cleans down quickly after service
  • Compact countertop footprint suited to buffet counters and servery lines
  • Wet heat method that reduces surface drying and maintains food quality
  • Lightweight build that allows repositioning between services

Installation is straightforward. The unit runs from a standard 13A socket and requires no specialist fitting. It is a countertop appliance, so ventilation and drainage requirements are minimal — though operators should ensure the water level is maintained during extended service periods to protect the element. It is worth noting that pans and divider bars are not supplied with the unit and will need to be sourced separately.

This bain marie is well suited to smaller operations — café kitchens, hotel buffet counters, staff canteens, or carvery-style serveries — where a single full-size GN pan meets the throughput requirement. For sites running multiple lines or higher volumes, a larger multi-pan unit would be a more appropriate choice.

If you are unsure whether this unit is the right fit for your service setup, the team is happy to talk it through with you.

Frequently asked questions

Is this bain marie suitable for a busy carvery or buffet service?

It is well suited to smaller buffet and carvery operations where a single full 1/1 GN pan covers the holding requirement. For high-volume sites running multiple dishes simultaneously, a multi-pan unit would provide more capacity and better suit the throughput demands.

What do I need to install and run this unit?

The bain marie runs from a standard 13A socket, so no specialist electrical installation is required. It is a countertop unit with no fixed water feed — you simply fill the water bath manually before service and top it up during extended periods to keep the element protected.

Can this unit be used to heat cold food from scratch, or only for holding?

This unit is designed for hot-holding rather than cooking or reheating from cold. Food should be brought up to the correct serving temperature before being placed in the bain marie; the unit then maintains that temperature safely throughout service.
Buffalo Bain Marie Countertop Wet Heat 1/1 GN

£101.00(£121.20 inc VAT)

£101.00(£121.20 inc VAT)

This Buffalo countertop bain marie is a wet heat unit designed to hold pre-cooked foods at safe serving temperatures throughout a service period. It accommodates a full 1/1 GN pan, making it a practical choice for hot-holding items such as gravies, sauces, soups, and portioned dishes. The water bath method distributes heat evenly around the pan, which helps prevent scorching and maintains a consistent temperature across the contents without constant attention from kitchen staff.

In a busy kitchen or self-service environment, the unit earns its place through straightforward reliability. The adjustable thermostat gives operators control over holding temperature within a useful range, and the 1.2kW element maintains that temperature steadily once the unit has reached operating level. It is not designed for high-volume batch cooking or rapid heating of cold product — its role is holding, and it performs that role consistently.

The practical advantages in day-to-day use include:

  • Simple temperature control with no unnecessary complexity
  • Stainless steel construction that cleans down quickly after service
  • Compact countertop footprint suited to buffet counters and servery lines
  • Wet heat method that reduces surface drying and maintains food quality
  • Lightweight build that allows repositioning between services

Installation is straightforward. The unit runs from a standard 13A socket and requires no specialist fitting. It is a countertop appliance, so ventilation and drainage requirements are minimal — though operators should ensure the water level is maintained during extended service periods to protect the element. It is worth noting that pans and divider bars are not supplied with the unit and will need to be sourced separately.

This bain marie is well suited to smaller operations — café kitchens, hotel buffet counters, staff canteens, or carvery-style serveries — where a single full-size GN pan meets the throughput requirement. For sites running multiple lines or higher volumes, a larger multi-pan unit would be a more appropriate choice.

If you are unsure whether this unit is the right fit for your service setup, the team is happy to talk it through with you.