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Caterlite Hot Plate – Stainless Steel Food Warmer GN 1/1

SKU: CD562

£112.00(£134.40 inc VAT)

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  • In the event of equipment failure any parts needed will be provided 1
  • In the event of equipment failure an engineer will be sent for an onsite repair 1
  • The manufacturer’s warranty does not cover commercial use, or covers light duty only

The Caterlite hot plate is a straightforward food-warming unit designed to hold cooked dishes at safe serving temperatures during service. Built from stainless steel with a toughened glass surface, it accepts a full GN 1/1 tray and sits flat on a counter or buffet table, making it a practical addition to any front- or back-of-house setup where keeping food warm between preparation and service matters.

In operation, the unit maintains a temperature range suited to holding rather than cooking — useful for keeping dishes presentable and food-safe during a buffet run or a quieter café service. It is not designed for high-throughput operations where rapid recovery from heavy loading is a requirement; this is a light-duty unit and performs best where demand is steady rather than intense.

Practical advantages for day-to-day use include:

  • Simple surface that wipes down quickly between services
  • Toughened glass panel is durable under everyday handling
  • Compact footprint suits counter use without consuming much space
  • Temperature adjustment allows flexibility across different menu items

Installation is straightforward — the unit runs from a standard mains supply and requires no fixed connection, gas supply, or water feed. It is worth noting that the warranty is rated for semi-commercial, light-duty use only, so it is not suited to the sustained demands of a high-volume kitchen running multiple back-to-back services.

This hot plate is well suited to cafés, small restaurants, hotel breakfast setups, or front-of-house buffet counters where a reliable, no-fuss warming surface is needed without the complexity of a full bain marie. For operations that need higher capacity or heavier-duty performance, a more robust heated unit would be a better fit.

If you are unsure whether this unit matches your service requirements, we are happy to talk it through before you order.

Frequently asked questions

Is this hot plate suitable for continuous all-day service?

The Caterlite hot plate is rated for semi-commercial, light-duty use, so it is best suited to intermittent or shorter service periods rather than continuous all-day operation. For kitchens running extended services or high-volume covers, a heavier-duty holding unit would be a more appropriate choice.

What size trays or containers does this unit accept?

The hot plate is sized to accommodate a full GN 1/1 tray, which is the standard full-size gastronorm format used across most commercial catering operations. Smaller GN subdivisions such as 1/2 or 1/3 trays can also be used within that footprint.

Does this unit require any special installation or electrical connection?

No specialist installation is needed — the unit runs from a standard mains supply and simply sits on a counter surface. There is no requirement for a hard-wired connection, gas supply, or water feed, which makes it straightforward to set up and relocate as your service layout changes.
Caterlite Hot Plate – Stainless Steel Food Warmer GN 1/1

£112.00(£134.40 inc VAT)

£112.00(£134.40 inc VAT)

The Caterlite hot plate is a straightforward food-warming unit designed to hold cooked dishes at safe serving temperatures during service. Built from stainless steel with a toughened glass surface, it accepts a full GN 1/1 tray and sits flat on a counter or buffet table, making it a practical addition to any front- or back-of-house setup where keeping food warm between preparation and service matters.

In operation, the unit maintains a temperature range suited to holding rather than cooking — useful for keeping dishes presentable and food-safe during a buffet run or a quieter café service. It is not designed for high-throughput operations where rapid recovery from heavy loading is a requirement; this is a light-duty unit and performs best where demand is steady rather than intense.

Practical advantages for day-to-day use include:

  • Simple surface that wipes down quickly between services
  • Toughened glass panel is durable under everyday handling
  • Compact footprint suits counter use without consuming much space
  • Temperature adjustment allows flexibility across different menu items

Installation is straightforward — the unit runs from a standard mains supply and requires no fixed connection, gas supply, or water feed. It is worth noting that the warranty is rated for semi-commercial, light-duty use only, so it is not suited to the sustained demands of a high-volume kitchen running multiple back-to-back services.

This hot plate is well suited to cafés, small restaurants, hotel breakfast setups, or front-of-house buffet counters where a reliable, no-fuss warming surface is needed without the complexity of a full bain marie. For operations that need higher capacity or heavier-duty performance, a more robust heated unit would be a better fit.

If you are unsure whether this unit matches your service requirements, we are happy to talk it through before you order.