Matfer Bourgeat Excellence Saute Pan 280mm Stainless Steel
Product Description
The Matfer Bourgeat Excellence saute pan is a mid-sized, heavy-duty stainless steel pan designed for professional kitchen use. At 280mm diameter with a 5.5 litre capacity, it sits comfortably in...
Specifications
- Capacity
- 5.5Ltr
- Colour
- Silver
- Diameter
- 280
- Dimensions
- 80(H) x 280(Ø)mm
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Product Description
The Matfer Bourgeat Excellence saute pan is a mid-sized, heavy-duty stainless steel pan designed for professional kitchen use. At 280mm diameter with a 5.5 litre capacity, it sits comfortably in the working range for sauce reductions, pan sauces, sautéed garnishes, and general stove-top cookery across a variety of service contexts.
In a busy kitchen environment, build quality matters. The Excellence range is constructed to withstand the demands of daily professional use — repeated high-heat exposure, frequent cleaning, and the general rigours of a working kitchen. The stainless steel construction resists warping under sustained heat and handles the kind of handling that would shorten the life of lighter domestic-grade cookware. The 10-year warranty reflects the manufacturer's confidence in the longevity of the product.
From an operational standpoint, this pan suits a number of common kitchen tasks well:
- Induction compatible, making it suitable for modern induction hob installations
- Stainless steel interior allows for deglazing and acidic sauces without reactive concerns
- Proportions suited to small-batch work and à la carte service
- Relatively lightweight at just over 2kg, reducing fatigue over a long service
- Easy to clean and maintain with standard commercial dishwashing
This is a practical, single-piece addition to a kitchen's cookware stock rather than a specialist item. It works across most heat sources, including induction, and does not require any particular installation consideration beyond having a compatible hob or range. Storage is straightforward given the dimensions.
The 280mm pan is well suited to smaller brigades, starter sets, or kitchens building out their cookware range. For higher-volume operations needing larger batch capacity, broader options in the range are worth considering. Equally, for lighter or less frequent use, a smaller pan from the same range may suffice.
If you're putting together a cookware package or want to make sure the sizing is right for your service style, our team is happy to help you work through the options.
Key Features
- Induction compatible stainless steel construction for versatile hob use
- 5.5 litre capacity suited to small-batch and à la carte cookery
- 280mm diameter provides practical working space on standard burners
- Stainless steel interior safe for acidic sauces and deglazing
- Backed by a 10-year manufacturer warranty for professional use
Operational Benefits
- Handles daily professional use without warping or deterioration over time
- Compatible with induction hobs, reducing constraints on kitchen configuration
- Lightweight build reduces chef fatigue during extended service periods
- Resists reactive discolouration when working with wine or acidic ingredients
- Easy to clean between services, keeping kitchen workflow moving efficiently
Specifications
- Capacity
- 5.5Ltr
- Colour
- Silver
- Diameter
- 280
- Dimensions
- 80(H) x 280(Ø)mm
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
- Induction
- Yes
- Material
- Stainless Steel
- Warranty
- 10 Years
- Weight
- 2.36kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- The Matfer Bourgeat Excellence range is designed and rated for professional kitchen environments. The 10-year warranty and stainless steel construction reflect that — it is built to tolerate repeated high-heat use, commercial dishwashing, and the general demands of a working kitchen, rather than occasional domestic cooking.
- Yes, the pan is induction compatible, so it will work on both induction and conventional gas or electric hobs. If you are fitting out a kitchen with induction ranges, this pan can be used without modification or adapters.
- At 5.5 litres, this pan is well suited to à la carte service, small-batch sauces, and garnish work rather than bulk production. If your kitchen regularly needs to cook in larger volumes or serve high covers simultaneously, a larger pan from the Excellence range may be a more practical fit — it is worth discussing your service style before committing to a particular size.