Drawer menu
-
Restaurant Equipment
-
Food Preparation
-
Food Servery & Display
-
Beverage Machines
-
Dish & Glasswashers
-
Refrigeration
-
Laundry Machines
-
Sinks, Tables & Storage
-
Smallwares
Hatco
Hatco HDW-2 Two-Drawer Food Warmer Free-Standing
£2,642.00(£3,170.40 inc VAT)
Delivery Information
Price Match
The Hatco HDW-2 is a free-standing two-drawer food warmer designed to hold prepared dishes at consistent serving temperatures until they reach the pass. Each drawer operates independently with its own thermostat, which means different food types can be held at different temperatures simultaneously — a genuinely practical arrangement where a kitchen is running multiple menu components with different holding requirements.
In a busy service environment, consistent temperature holding directly affects food quality and presentation. The HDW-2 is built to run reliably through extended service periods without the temperature drift that can catch operators out during a long push. The stainless steel construction is robust enough to handle the day-to-day demands of a working kitchen, and the unit is designed to clean down quickly as part of a regular hygiene routine.
From an operational standpoint, the key practical advantages are:
- Independent thermostatic controls per drawer allow simultaneous holding at different temperatures
- Vented drawer sides help manage moisture and preserve food quality during holding
- Deep food pans provide meaningful holding capacity across a range of products
- Stainless steel construction throughout supports straightforward daily cleaning
- Free-standing on legs — no fixed installation or specialist groundwork required
Setup is straightforward. The HDW-2 requires only a standard electrical connection and can be positioned on a countertop or within a pass area without permanent installation work. There is no requirement for plumbing or dedicated ventilation. It is worth confirming the surface is level and that the power cord can reach the supply directly without an extension lead.
The HDW-2 is well suited to cafés, pub kitchens, hotel restaurants, and similar small to medium-sized operations where a compact, dependable holding solution is needed without the footprint of a larger unit. Kitchens holding high volumes across several food categories simultaneously may find a unit with greater drawer capacity more appropriate.
If you are weighing up whether the HDW-2 fits your pass layout or service volumes, the team is happy to talk it through with you.
Frequently asked questions
Is the HDW-2 suitable for a high-volume kitchen running long service periods?
The HDW-2 is well suited to small to medium-sized operations — think cafés, pub kitchens, and hotel restaurants with moderate holding requirements. For kitchens that need to hold large quantities across several food categories simultaneously throughout a prolonged service, a unit with greater drawer capacity is likely to be a more appropriate choice.
What does installation involve for the HDW-2?
Installation is minimal. The HDW-2 is free-standing and requires only a standard electrical supply — there is no plumbing, gas connection, or dedicated ventilation needed. You should ensure the unit is positioned on a level, stable surface and that the power cord reaches the outlet directly without relying on an extension lead.
Can the two drawers hold different foods at different temperatures at the same time?
Yes — each drawer has its own independent thermostatic control, so you can set and maintain different temperatures in each drawer simultaneously. This is particularly useful where a kitchen is holding items such as proteins and sauces that require different holding temperatures as part of the same service.
- External depth
- 575 mm
- External height
- 537 mm
- External width
- 749 mm
- Power rating
- 0.9 kW
- Weight
- 76 kg
£2,642.00(£3,170.40 inc VAT)
£2,642.00(£3,170.40 inc VAT)
The Hatco HDW-2 is a free-standing two-drawer food warmer designed to hold prepared dishes at consistent serving temperatures until they reach the pass. Each drawer operates independently with its own thermostat, which means different food types can be held at different temperatures simultaneously — a genuinely practical arrangement where a kitchen is running multiple menu components with different holding requirements.
In a busy service environment, consistent temperature holding directly affects food quality and presentation. The HDW-2 is built to run reliably through extended service periods without the temperature drift that can catch operators out during a long push. The stainless steel construction is robust enough to handle the day-to-day demands of a working kitchen, and the unit is designed to clean down quickly as part of a regular hygiene routine.
From an operational standpoint, the key practical advantages are:
- Independent thermostatic controls per drawer allow simultaneous holding at different temperatures
- Vented drawer sides help manage moisture and preserve food quality during holding
- Deep food pans provide meaningful holding capacity across a range of products
- Stainless steel construction throughout supports straightforward daily cleaning
- Free-standing on legs — no fixed installation or specialist groundwork required
Setup is straightforward. The HDW-2 requires only a standard electrical connection and can be positioned on a countertop or within a pass area without permanent installation work. There is no requirement for plumbing or dedicated ventilation. It is worth confirming the surface is level and that the power cord can reach the supply directly without an extension lead.
The HDW-2 is well suited to cafés, pub kitchens, hotel restaurants, and similar small to medium-sized operations where a compact, dependable holding solution is needed without the footprint of a larger unit. Kitchens holding high volumes across several food categories simultaneously may find a unit with greater drawer capacity more appropriate.
If you are weighing up whether the HDW-2 fits your pass layout or service volumes, the team is happy to talk it through with you.
- Choosing a selection results in a full page refresh.
- Opens in a new window.