Buffalo Bain Marie with Tap and Gastronorm Pans

Name: Buffalo Bain Marie with Tap and Gastronorm Pans
Brand: Buffalo
SKU: FT692
Price: 181.2 GBP
Availability: InStock

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The Buffalo bain marie is a wet heat food-holding unit designed to maintain pre-cooked foods at safe serving temperatures throughout service. It operates by heating a water bath that surrounds the gastronorm pans, providing gentle, even heat that keeps food ready to serve without overcooking or drying out. The unit comes supplied with two GN 1/3 and two GN 1/6 pans and lids, giving operators a ready-to-use setup from day one.

In a working kitchen environment, this type of bain marie is a reliable choice for holding sauces, gravies, soups, stews, or any portioned food that needs to be kept hot and accessible during a service period. The wet heat method is well regarded for maintaining food texture and moisture compared to dry heat alternatives, making it particularly suited to buffet counters, carvery stations, and canteen-style operations where food may sit for extended periods.

Key practical advantages include:

Front-mounted drain tap for straightforward emptying and cleaning at end of service
Stainless steel construction that wipes down quickly and withstands daily kitchen use
Adjustable temperature range allowing operators to match heat level to the food type being held
Pans and lids included, removing the need for a separate purchase before first use
Compact footprint suitable for counter-top positioning on a buffet line or servery

Installation is straightforward — the unit requires a standard 13A mains socket and no specialist fitting. It is worth considering counter space and the weight of the unit when filled, particularly on mobile or lightweight buffet furniture. The 1.2kW element is well matched to a unit of this size and keeps running costs modest, though it is worth noting this is a holding unit rather than a heating unit — food should be brought up to temperature before being placed in the bain marie.

This model is well suited to smaller operations: cafés, pub kitchens, school canteens, care homes, and buffet or carvery setups with moderate volume requirements. For higher-volume sites running extended service periods or requiring greater pan capacity, a larger or heavier-duty unit from the range may be worth considering.

If you are unsure whether this unit matches your service volume or counter setup, the team is happy to talk through the options with you.

Frequently asked questions

Is this bain marie suitable for all-day buffet service?

It is well suited to buffet and carvery settings where food is replenished regularly and service is spread across defined periods. For operations running continuous all-day service with high pan turnover, it is worth considering a larger-capacity unit to ensure you have enough pan space without frequently cycling food in and out.

Does this unit heat food from cold, or is it a holding unit only?

This is a food holding unit, not a cooking or rapid heating appliance. Food should be brought up to the correct serving temperature before being placed in the bain marie. The water bath then maintains that temperature safely throughout service — attempting to heat food from cold in the unit will result in uneven temperatures and extended warm-up times.

What are the installation requirements for this bain marie?

The unit runs from a standard 13A mains socket and requires no specialist installation or plumbing. You will need access to water to fill the bath and a suitable counter-top or serving station to position it on. The front-mounted drain tap means emptying can be done in place, though it is sensible to have a suitable drain or container nearby at the end of service.

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