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Clover Japanese Chef Tray 18-8 Stainless Steel 178x258mm

SKU: JA622

£8.10(£9.72 inc VAT)

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The Clover Japanese chef tray is a compact stainless steel prep and serving tray manufactured in Japan from 18/8 grade stainless steel. It is a well-established item in professional kitchens, commonly used for portioning, mise en place, cold larder work, and small-batch preparation. The format is practical rather than decorative — a shallow, flat tray that sits neatly on a prep bench or pass.

In a working kitchen environment, 18/8 stainless steel holds up well to repeated handling, temperature changes, and daily dishwasher cycles. The tray resists corrosion and surface staining under normal commercial use, and at 250g it is light enough to handle comfortably during a busy service without adding fatigue. The shallow profile makes it easy to stack in multiples without taking up significant storage space.

Practical advantages for kitchen operators include:

  • Dishwasher safe — straightforward to clean between uses
  • Non-reactive surface suitable for acidic and protein-based preparations
  • Lightweight construction reduces handling fatigue during repetitive tasks
  • Compact footprint fits standard prep bench and pass layouts
  • Durable 18/8 stainless steel resists rust and surface corrosion

This is a single-size tray with no gas, electrical, or water connections required. There are no installation considerations beyond standard storage and cleaning provision. It is not a roasting or high-heat oven tray — it is best suited to cold prep, portioning, and pass work rather than direct oven use.

This tray suits kitchens of any size that need reliable, durable smallwares for everyday prep and service. If you require a larger format or deeper tray for different applications, alternatives are available in the range.

If you are unsure whether this size is right for your workflow, the team is happy to help you think it through.

Frequently asked questions

Is this tray suitable for direct oven use?

This tray is best suited to cold prep, portioning, and pass work rather than high-heat oven applications. If you need a tray that can go directly into a commercial oven, a dedicated roasting or baking tray with appropriate gauge and construction would be a better fit.

How does the 178x258mm size work in a professional kitchen context?

This is a compact format, well suited to mise en place, garnish staging, and small-portion prep work on a busy pass or bench. For larger batch prep or broader service layouts, a bigger tray from the same range may serve you better — it is worth considering your typical portion quantities and bench space before ordering multiples.

How should this tray be cleaned and maintained in a commercial kitchen?

The tray is dishwasher safe and suitable for standard commercial dishwasher cycles. To maintain the finish, avoid prolonged contact with strongly chlorinated solutions or leaving acidic foods on the surface for extended periods — both can affect the stainless steel over time.
Clover Japanese Chef Tray 18-8 Stainless Steel 178x258mm

£8.10(£9.72 inc VAT)

£8.10(£9.72 inc VAT)

The Clover Japanese chef tray is a compact stainless steel prep and serving tray manufactured in Japan from 18/8 grade stainless steel. It is a well-established item in professional kitchens, commonly used for portioning, mise en place, cold larder work, and small-batch preparation. The format is practical rather than decorative — a shallow, flat tray that sits neatly on a prep bench or pass.

In a working kitchen environment, 18/8 stainless steel holds up well to repeated handling, temperature changes, and daily dishwasher cycles. The tray resists corrosion and surface staining under normal commercial use, and at 250g it is light enough to handle comfortably during a busy service without adding fatigue. The shallow profile makes it easy to stack in multiples without taking up significant storage space.

Practical advantages for kitchen operators include:

  • Dishwasher safe — straightforward to clean between uses
  • Non-reactive surface suitable for acidic and protein-based preparations
  • Lightweight construction reduces handling fatigue during repetitive tasks
  • Compact footprint fits standard prep bench and pass layouts
  • Durable 18/8 stainless steel resists rust and surface corrosion

This is a single-size tray with no gas, electrical, or water connections required. There are no installation considerations beyond standard storage and cleaning provision. It is not a roasting or high-heat oven tray — it is best suited to cold prep, portioning, and pass work rather than direct oven use.

This tray suits kitchens of any size that need reliable, durable smallwares for everyday prep and service. If you require a larger format or deeper tray for different applications, alternatives are available in the range.

If you are unsure whether this size is right for your workflow, the team is happy to help you think it through.