Churchill Raku Jade Green Oblong Chef Plates 157x237mm (Pack of 12)
Product Description
The Churchill Raku range takes its design cues from traditional kiln-firing techniques, producing porcelain pieces where natural variation in glaze and surface tone means no two plates are identical. The...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Colour
- Blue
- Crockery style
- Modern
- Dimensions
- 237(W) x 157(D)mm
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Product Description
The Churchill Raku range takes its design cues from traditional kiln-firing techniques, producing porcelain pieces where natural variation in glaze and surface tone means no two plates are identical. The jade green oblong chef plate is a rectangular serving piece sized to accommodate composed, restaurant-style presentations — generous enough for a main course or a structured small-plates offering without overwhelming the table setting.
In a working kitchen, the real-world appeal of this plate lies in how it frames food. The oblong format suits linear plating styles common in modern British and European restaurant kitchens, and the earthy jade tone works well with both bold and subtle colour palettes on the plate. Being porcelain, it holds up to the rigours of regular commercial dishwasher cycles, and the robust construction keeps chips and crazing to a manageable level under normal service conditions. The individual character of each piece, rather than being a liability, is often part of the deliberate aesthetic — it reads as considered and handcrafted to diners without requiring hand-finishing costs.
- Porcelain construction suitable for commercial dishwasher use
- Oblong format well suited to composed and linear plating styles
- Jade green glaze with natural variation across the range
- Practical weight and footprint for front-of-house handling
- Sold in packs of 12, supporting consistent table coverage
There are no special storage or handling requirements beyond standard crockery practice. The pack of 12 is a practical minimum for smaller operations; busier restaurants or those running multiple sittings should consider holding additional stock to allow for breakage replacement without disrupting service consistency.
This plate is best suited to independent restaurants, hotel dining rooms, or any operation where tableware is part of the overall guest experience. It is less suited to high-volume contract catering environments where uniformity and cost-per-piece take precedence over character and presentation.
If you are building a full table setting around the Raku range or need guidance on quantities for your covers, the team is happy to help you work through what makes sense for your operation.
Key Features
- Porcelain oblong plate measuring 237mm wide by 157mm deep
- Raku-inspired glaze produces individually unique surface character on each piece
- Jade green tone suits a wide range of modern plating colour palettes
- Porcelain construction rated for repeated commercial dishwasher cycling
- Supplied in packs of 12 for straightforward service stock management
Operational Benefits
- Unique glaze variation adds a considered, handcrafted quality to table presentation
- Oblong format supports structured plating styles without crowding the table
- Porcelain durability reduces replacement frequency under regular service conditions
- Pack quantity allows consistent cover setup across smaller restaurant operations
- Distinctive tableware helps reinforce a kitchen's identity with minimal effort
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Colour
- Blue
- Crockery style
- Modern
- Dimensions
- 237(W) x 157(D)mm
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
- Material
- Porcelain
- Microwave safe
- Yes
- Oven proof
- Yes
- Stackable
- Stackable
- Weight
- 526g
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Frequently Asked Questions
- As a general guide, most operators plan for two to three times their seated cover count to allow for plates in use, in the wash, and held as breakage replacements. For a 40-cover restaurant running a single sitting, two packs of 12 would be a minimum starting point, with a third recommended as a working buffer.
- Yes — the porcelain construction is suited to commercial dishwasher cycles under normal operating conditions. As with all glazed tableware, avoiding stacking too heavily during washing and handling with care will extend the service life and protect the glaze finish.
- The variation in the Raku range is by design rather than a production inconsistency, so while individual pieces will differ in tone and surface character, they read as a cohesive range rather than mismatched crockery. Most operators find this works well in an informal or contemporary dining setting, though it may not suit operations where a very uniform, formal table appearance is required.