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Rubbermaid Slim Jim 60Ltr Waste Container with Venting Channels Brown

SKU: DY113

£49.09(£58.91 inc VAT)

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The Rubbermaid Slim Jim is a 60-litre polyethylene waste container designed for regular use in commercial kitchens, dining areas, and back-of-house environments. Its slim, rectangular profile is one of its most practical attributes — it fits neatly into spaces where a standard round bin would be awkward, making it a sensible choice for busy service areas where floor space is tight.

Four integrated venting channels run the height of the container, allowing air to circulate between the bin liner and the inner wall. This simple but effective design reduces the vacuum seal that forms when staff try to lift a full bin bag — a common cause of split liners and unnecessary strain. In a high-turnover kitchen environment where bins are emptied frequently throughout service, that reduction in resistance is a practical daily benefit.

Key practical features include:

  • Venting channels reduce vacuum effect, making liner removal noticeably easier
  • Handles positioned at the base and rim for secure, two-point lifting
  • Compatible with colour-coded lids and waste-stream stickers, sold separately
  • Polyethylene construction is robust, easy to clean, and resistant to common kitchen chemicals
  • Slim footprint suits corridor runs, pass areas, and compact back-of-house layouts

The brown colour coding makes this container well suited to general waste or food waste streams, particularly where a site is working towards a structured colour-coded recycling system. Pairing it with the appropriate lids and labelling stickers allows operators to build a consistent waste segregation station without significant outlay.

This size works well in medium-volume kitchens and dining areas. For larger sites generating higher volumes of waste across a shift, it is worth considering a higher-capacity option to reduce the frequency of emptying during service.

If you are setting up a waste management system across multiple areas or want guidance on which container sizes and lid configurations suit your operation, our team is happy to help you work through the options.

Frequently asked questions

Is 60 litres the right capacity for a busy commercial kitchen?

For most medium-volume kitchens or dining areas, 60 litres provides a practical balance between capacity and manageability. If your operation generates significant waste across long shifts or multiple service periods, you may find a larger container reduces how often staff need to leave their station to empty bins. It is worth mapping out where the bins will sit and how frequently they are likely to fill before committing to a single size.

Can this container be used as part of a colour-coded recycling system?

Yes. The Slim Jim range is designed to work with colour-coded lids and labelling stickers, which are sold separately. The brown container is commonly used for general waste or food waste streams. If you are building a full recycling station covering multiple waste streams, pairing several containers with the appropriate lids and stickers is a straightforward way to create a clear, compliant system.

How does the venting channel design help in practice?

When a bin liner is pulled tight against the inner wall of a container, lifting it creates a partial vacuum that resists removal and can cause the bag to split. The four venting channels allow air to enter around the liner as it is lifted, breaking that seal. In a kitchen where bins are emptied multiple times during a shift, this makes a noticeable difference to the ease and speed of the task.
Rubbermaid Slim Jim 60Ltr Waste Container with Venting Channels Brown

£49.09(£58.91 inc VAT)

£49.09(£58.91 inc VAT)

The Rubbermaid Slim Jim is a 60-litre polyethylene waste container designed for regular use in commercial kitchens, dining areas, and back-of-house environments. Its slim, rectangular profile is one of its most practical attributes — it fits neatly into spaces where a standard round bin would be awkward, making it a sensible choice for busy service areas where floor space is tight.

Four integrated venting channels run the height of the container, allowing air to circulate between the bin liner and the inner wall. This simple but effective design reduces the vacuum seal that forms when staff try to lift a full bin bag — a common cause of split liners and unnecessary strain. In a high-turnover kitchen environment where bins are emptied frequently throughout service, that reduction in resistance is a practical daily benefit.

Key practical features include:

  • Venting channels reduce vacuum effect, making liner removal noticeably easier
  • Handles positioned at the base and rim for secure, two-point lifting
  • Compatible with colour-coded lids and waste-stream stickers, sold separately
  • Polyethylene construction is robust, easy to clean, and resistant to common kitchen chemicals
  • Slim footprint suits corridor runs, pass areas, and compact back-of-house layouts

The brown colour coding makes this container well suited to general waste or food waste streams, particularly where a site is working towards a structured colour-coded recycling system. Pairing it with the appropriate lids and labelling stickers allows operators to build a consistent waste segregation station without significant outlay.

This size works well in medium-volume kitchens and dining areas. For larger sites generating higher volumes of waste across a shift, it is worth considering a higher-capacity option to reduce the frequency of emptying during service.

If you are setting up a waste management system across multiple areas or want guidance on which container sizes and lid configurations suit your operation, our team is happy to help you work through the options.