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Churchill Bit on the Side Handled Paddle White 284mm (Pack of 6)

SKU: DY857

£88.39(£106.07 inc VAT)
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The Churchill Bit on the Side Handled Paddle is a rectangular serving plate with an integrated handle, finished in plain white and sized at 284mm across. It sits within Churchill's established Bit on the Side range, which is designed around the growing trend for sharing plates, side dishes, and accompaniments served alongside a main. The handle makes it easy to pass to guests or set down on a table without disturbing adjacent covers.

In a busy service environment, pieces like this take constant handling and repeated dishwasher cycles. Churchill's super vitrified construction is well suited to that kind of daily use — it offers a harder, denser finish than standard vitrified china, which helps resist chipping on the rim and handle during stacking and unloading. At 350g, it carries enough substance to feel considered on the table without being heavy to carry in volume.

Practically, this format works well for a range of applications:

  • Side dishes, bread, and accompaniments alongside mains
  • Sharing starters or small plates in informal dining settings
  • Dessert or cheese courses where a distinct shape adds interest
  • Casual counter or bar service where hand-delivery is part of the experience

The piece is both microwave and dishwasher safe, which keeps it practical in kitchens where crockery may go directly from storage to a warming cycle. It coordinates with other items across the Bit on the Side range, which can be useful if you're building a consistent look across multiple plate formats.

Sold in packs of six, it suits operations looking to build or top up a set without over-committing. If you're covering a larger operation or need to account for breakage reserves, it's worth considering how many packs will realistically support your covers and turn-around cycles. If you'd like a steer on quantities or how this fits alongside other pieces in the range, the team is happy to help.

Frequently asked questions

How many packs do I need to cover a typical restaurant service?

As a general guide, most operations aim for at least two to three times their seated cover count to allow for table turn, dishwasher cycles, and a breakage reserve. For a 40-cover restaurant using these for side dishes on every main, four to six packs would be a reasonable starting point, though higher-volume or faster-turn operations may need more.

Is the super vitrified finish noticeably more durable than standard china?

Super vitrified china undergoes a denser firing process that produces a harder body and a more resistant glaze, which tends to hold up better to stacking, unloading from commercial dishwashers, and the general handling that comes with busy service. It won't eliminate breakage entirely, but it is a practical step up from standard vitrified in a commercial environment.

Does this plate work well for casual dining and bar environments as well as formal restaurants?

Yes — the handled paddle format is well suited to informal settings where dishes are passed directly to guests or placed on small tables. Its shape and the integration of a handle make it a natural fit for bar snacks, sharing plates, and side dishes in relaxed dining concepts, as well as more structured table service.
Churchill Bit on the Side Handled Paddle White 284mm (Pack of 6)

£88.39(£106.07 inc VAT)

£88.39(£106.07 inc VAT)

The Churchill Bit on the Side Handled Paddle is a rectangular serving plate with an integrated handle, finished in plain white and sized at 284mm across. It sits within Churchill's established Bit on the Side range, which is designed around the growing trend for sharing plates, side dishes, and accompaniments served alongside a main. The handle makes it easy to pass to guests or set down on a table without disturbing adjacent covers.

In a busy service environment, pieces like this take constant handling and repeated dishwasher cycles. Churchill's super vitrified construction is well suited to that kind of daily use — it offers a harder, denser finish than standard vitrified china, which helps resist chipping on the rim and handle during stacking and unloading. At 350g, it carries enough substance to feel considered on the table without being heavy to carry in volume.

Practically, this format works well for a range of applications:

  • Side dishes, bread, and accompaniments alongside mains
  • Sharing starters or small plates in informal dining settings
  • Dessert or cheese courses where a distinct shape adds interest
  • Casual counter or bar service where hand-delivery is part of the experience

The piece is both microwave and dishwasher safe, which keeps it practical in kitchens where crockery may go directly from storage to a warming cycle. It coordinates with other items across the Bit on the Side range, which can be useful if you're building a consistent look across multiple plate formats.

Sold in packs of six, it suits operations looking to build or top up a set without over-committing. If you're covering a larger operation or need to account for breakage reserves, it's worth considering how many packs will realistically support your covers and turn-around cycles. If you'd like a steer on quantities or how this fits alongside other pieces in the range, the team is happy to help.