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Olympia Wooden Bread Crate with Chalkboard 1/2 GN

SKU: CL191

£31.76(£38.11 inc VAT)

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This wooden bread crate from Olympia is a half gastronorm-sized display box designed for presenting bread, rolls, and baked goods at the table or on a buffet counter. The crate features a small chalkboard panel, allowing staff to write bread varieties, daily specials, or provenance notes directly on the piece — a practical touch for operators who want to communicate informally without printed cards.

The box is constructed using traditional joinery with visible spline joints at the corners. This method adds structural reinforcement at the stress points most likely to fail under daily handling, and gives the piece an honest, handcrafted appearance that suits the rustic or artisan presentation style common in modern restaurants, delis, and farm-to-table venues. The wooden construction keeps the aesthetic warm and tactile in a way that melamine or ceramic alternatives do not.

From an operational standpoint, the crate is straightforward to use and maintain. It keeps a consistent look across a table or buffet line when used in multiples, and the chalkboard can be wiped and rewritten between services. Key practical points:

  • Chalkboard panel for writing bread varieties or provenance notes
  • Spline-jointed corners for added durability under regular handling
  • Half GN footprint integrates with standard buffet layouts
  • Lightweight wooden construction easy for front-of-house to handle
  • Suits artisan, rustic, and contemporary casual dining presentations

This crate is best suited to restaurants, cafés, delis, and hospitality venues where bread presentation is part of the dining experience. It is a front-of-house display item rather than a storage or transport solution, and care should be taken to keep it away from wet surfaces to protect the wood. For operators needing a larger display footprint, full GN equivalents may be worth considering.

If you are building a buffet display scheme and want to discuss how pieces like this work together, our team is happy to help you think it through.

Frequently asked questions

Is this crate suitable for daily service use or more occasional display?

It is designed as a front-of-house display item and is built to handle regular daily use in a restaurant or café environment. That said, wooden pieces do require some care — keeping them away from prolonged contact with damp surfaces will help maintain their condition over time.

Can the chalkboard be wiped clean between services?

Yes, the chalkboard panel can be wiped down and rewritten between sittings using standard chalk or chalk markers. This makes it practical for operators who rotate bread varieties across lunch and dinner service.

Does the half GN size integrate with standard buffet equipment?

The half GN footprint is consistent with standard buffet counter layouts, so these crates can be positioned alongside other half GN display pieces for a neat, uniform presentation. If you need a larger display area, it is worth looking at full GN equivalents to maintain the same visual style.
Olympia Wooden Bread Crate with Chalkboard 1/2 GN

£31.76(£38.11 inc VAT)

£31.76(£38.11 inc VAT)

This wooden bread crate from Olympia is a half gastronorm-sized display box designed for presenting bread, rolls, and baked goods at the table or on a buffet counter. The crate features a small chalkboard panel, allowing staff to write bread varieties, daily specials, or provenance notes directly on the piece — a practical touch for operators who want to communicate informally without printed cards.

The box is constructed using traditional joinery with visible spline joints at the corners. This method adds structural reinforcement at the stress points most likely to fail under daily handling, and gives the piece an honest, handcrafted appearance that suits the rustic or artisan presentation style common in modern restaurants, delis, and farm-to-table venues. The wooden construction keeps the aesthetic warm and tactile in a way that melamine or ceramic alternatives do not.

From an operational standpoint, the crate is straightforward to use and maintain. It keeps a consistent look across a table or buffet line when used in multiples, and the chalkboard can be wiped and rewritten between services. Key practical points:

  • Chalkboard panel for writing bread varieties or provenance notes
  • Spline-jointed corners for added durability under regular handling
  • Half GN footprint integrates with standard buffet layouts
  • Lightweight wooden construction easy for front-of-house to handle
  • Suits artisan, rustic, and contemporary casual dining presentations

This crate is best suited to restaurants, cafés, delis, and hospitality venues where bread presentation is part of the dining experience. It is a front-of-house display item rather than a storage or transport solution, and care should be taken to keep it away from wet surfaces to protect the wood. For operators needing a larger display footprint, full GN equivalents may be worth considering.

If you are building a buffet display scheme and want to discuss how pieces like this work together, our team is happy to help you think it through.