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Olympia Gel Chafing Fuel 2 Hour (Pack of 12)

SKU: CE241

£12.25(£14.70 inc VAT)

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Gel chafing fuel is a straightforward, reliable way to keep hot food at serving temperature during buffet and carvery service. Each tin in this pack contains an ethanol-based gel that burns steadily for up to two hours, making it well suited to breakfast, lunch, or dinner service periods where a consistent, gentle heat source is needed beneath a chafing dish.

The bio-ethanol formula produces minimal soot and leaves very little chemical residue, which is a practical consideration in open dining environments where guests are in close proximity to the heat source. The gel has a low aroma, lights easily, and holds its flame reasonably well against occasional air movement — useful in function rooms or event spaces where draughts can be a nuisance with less stable fuel types.

  • Low-aroma formula reduces the risk of irritation in guest-facing settings
  • Easy-open tins with no specialist equipment needed to light or handle
  • Compatible with most standard commercial chafing dish frames
  • Tins are recyclable once spent, reducing waste going to landfill
  • A practical option where electric chafers are not available or practical

It is worth noting that two-hour tins suit single service periods well, but operators running extended or back-to-back sittings should factor in having sufficient stock to replace tins mid-service if required. The pack of 12 provides a sensible quantity for a busy event day or several standard services.

This fuel is best suited to hospitality operators, event caterers, and contract catering teams who use chafing dishes regularly. For sites with very high-volume or all-day buffet requirements, it may be worth considering longer-burn alternatives alongside this format.

If you are unsure which fuel type or burn duration best fits your service pattern, our team is happy to point you in the right direction.

Frequently asked questions

How many tins would I need for a typical buffet service?

For a standard two-hour service with multiple chafing dishes, you would typically use one tin per dish. A pack of 12 covers a reasonable spread for a single event or several smaller services, though operators running back-to-back sittings should keep reserve stock to hand in case tins need replacing mid-service.

Is this gel fuel compatible with all commercial chafing dish frames?

The tins are designed to fit most standard commercial chafing dish frames that accept round fuel holders. It is worth checking the fuel holder dimensions on your specific dishes before purchasing in bulk, as a small number of proprietary frames are sized for fuel tins with slightly different diameters.

Are there any ventilation requirements when using gel chafing fuel indoors?

The bio-ethanol formula burns with low emissions compared to some alternatives, but any open flame fuel source should be used in adequately ventilated spaces. For enclosed function rooms or areas with limited air circulation, ensure sufficient ventilation is in place and follow your venue's fire risk assessment guidelines.
Olympia Gel Chafing Fuel 2 Hour (Pack of 12)

£12.25(£14.70 inc VAT)

£12.25(£14.70 inc VAT)

Gel chafing fuel is a straightforward, reliable way to keep hot food at serving temperature during buffet and carvery service. Each tin in this pack contains an ethanol-based gel that burns steadily for up to two hours, making it well suited to breakfast, lunch, or dinner service periods where a consistent, gentle heat source is needed beneath a chafing dish.

The bio-ethanol formula produces minimal soot and leaves very little chemical residue, which is a practical consideration in open dining environments where guests are in close proximity to the heat source. The gel has a low aroma, lights easily, and holds its flame reasonably well against occasional air movement — useful in function rooms or event spaces where draughts can be a nuisance with less stable fuel types.

  • Low-aroma formula reduces the risk of irritation in guest-facing settings
  • Easy-open tins with no specialist equipment needed to light or handle
  • Compatible with most standard commercial chafing dish frames
  • Tins are recyclable once spent, reducing waste going to landfill
  • A practical option where electric chafers are not available or practical

It is worth noting that two-hour tins suit single service periods well, but operators running extended or back-to-back sittings should factor in having sufficient stock to replace tins mid-service if required. The pack of 12 provides a sensible quantity for a busy event day or several standard services.

This fuel is best suited to hospitality operators, event caterers, and contract catering teams who use chafing dishes regularly. For sites with very high-volume or all-day buffet requirements, it may be worth considering longer-burn alternatives alongside this format.

If you are unsure which fuel type or burn duration best fits your service pattern, our team is happy to point you in the right direction.