Churchill Chefs Plates Oval Plates White 299mm (Pack of 12)
Product Description
These oval chef's plates from Churchill are made from super vitrified porcelain — a construction method that produces a significantly denser, harder-wearing body than standard vitrified china. The result is...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Colour
- White
- Dimensions
- 299(W) x 150(D)mm
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
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Product Description
These oval chef's plates from Churchill are made from super vitrified porcelain — a construction method that produces a significantly denser, harder-wearing body than standard vitrified china. The result is a plate that resists chipping and cracking under the repeated handling, stacking, and dishwasher cycling that commercial service demands. They come in a clean, plain white finish at 299mm in length, and are supplied in packs of twelve.
In a busy restaurant or hotel kitchen, crockery takes a consistent battering — from pass to table, table to wash, wash to stack. Plates that chip early create both a hygiene concern and a replacement cost that adds up quickly. The super vitrified build of these Churchill plates holds up well under that kind of daily pressure, making them a practical long-term choice rather than a short-term economy.
The oval format suits plated mains presentations where a round plate would feel restrictive — it works well for fish, elongated meat portions, or composed dishes where the chef wants to direct the eye across the plate. Practical points worth noting:
- Super vitrified construction resists chips and hairline cracks under repeated use
- Dishwasher safe for commercial pass-through and rack machines
- Microwave safe where warming or finishing is part of the service process
- Plain white finish suits most plating styles without competing with the food
- Supplied in twelves, making stock management straightforward for larger covers
These plates are well suited to restaurants, hotel restaurants, and event catering operations running regular covers. They are a standard-weight oval plate — for very high-volume operations with rapid turnaround and heavy mechanical handling, it is worth considering whether a heavier-duty option from the same range would offer a better return over time.
If you are outfitting a new site or replacing crockery across a full operation and want to talk through quantities or which plate format suits your menu, the team is happy to help.
Key Features
- Super vitrified porcelain construction for enhanced chip resistance
- 299mm oval format suits elongated plated main course presentations
- Compatible with commercial pass-through and rack dishwashers
- Microwave safe for warming and finishing during service
- Supplied in packs of twelve for straightforward stock management
Operational Benefits
- Reduces crockery replacement costs through improved durability under heavy use
- Oval shape supports composed plating without restricting presentation options
- Withstands repeated commercial dishwasher cycles without early deterioration
- Plain white finish works across varied menu styles and kitchen concepts
- Pack-of-twelve supply format simplifies ordering for larger cover volumes
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Colour
- White
- Dimensions
- 299(W) x 150(D)mm
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
- Furniture shape
- Oval
- Material
- Super Vitrified
- Microwave safe
- Yes
- Oven proof
- No
- Stackable
- Stackable
- Weight
- 590g
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Frequently Asked Questions
- A general rule of thumb is three times your cover count to allow for plates in use, plates at the wash, and plates in reserve. For a 40-cover restaurant, that points to roughly 10 to 12 packs as a working baseline, though service style and turnaround speed will affect this. It is worth factoring in a small breakage allowance when calculating your opening order.
- Yes, they are rated dishwasher safe and will perform reliably in standard commercial rack and pass-through machines. The super vitrified construction helps the glaze withstand the high temperatures and chemical detergents used in commercial wash cycles better than standard porcelain.
- Oval plates work well where the dish benefits from a defined directional layout — fish fillets, sliced meats, or composed plates where round would feel either too small or leave awkward empty space. They are less suited to casual or bowl-style service, but for a plated main course in a structured service environment they are a well-established choice.