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Black Melamine Serving Spoon 180mm — Dalebrook

SKU: L296

£4.36(£5.23 inc VAT)

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This is a straightforward 180mm melamine serving spoon from Dalebrook, finished in black. It is the kind of utensil that sees constant, quiet use across buffet counters, carvery stations, salad bars, and self-service displays — functional, easy to replace, and practical to maintain.

Melamine is a sensible material choice for this type of serving utensil. It is robust enough to withstand regular handling in busy service environments, does not react with food, and holds up well through repeated dishwasher cycles without warping or discolouring significantly with normal use. The black finish suits most modern servery and buffet presentations without drawing attention away from the food.

At 180mm, it is a compact serving spoon suited to smaller dishes, condiment bowls, and counter display vessels rather than deep gastronorm containers. For larger serving vessels or higher-volume service points, a longer or larger-capacity spoon would be more practical.

These are the sort of utensils that are sensible to buy in multiples — they are lightweight, straightforward to store, and easy to rotate through the wash cycle without disrupting service. If you are equipping a new buffet counter or refreshing existing servery kit, it is worth considering how many cover positions you are running and how frequently utensils need to be swapped out during a service period.

If you are putting together a broader servery setup and want a steer on quantities or complementary pieces, feel free to get in touch with the team.

Frequently asked questions

Is this spoon suitable for hot food service on a carvery or heated buffet counter?

Melamine utensils are generally suitable for serving pre-cooked hot food in a buffet or carvery setting, though they are not designed for use directly in or over heat sources. If your service involves prolonged contact with very high temperatures, a stainless steel alternative may be more appropriate.

How many of these would a typical buffet or self-service counter require?

That depends on your number of dishes, cover count, and how frequently you rotate utensils through the wash. As a general guide, having at least two spoons per dish position allows you to swap out during service without leaving a counter unstaffed or bare. For longer service periods, a larger float is worth considering.

Can these be used safely in a commercial dishwasher?

Yes, these spoons are dishwasher safe and are designed for the kind of repeated machine washing typical in commercial kitchens. As with any melamine product, avoiding prolonged soaking or excessively abrasive cleaning will help maintain their appearance over time.
Black Melamine Serving Spoon 180mm — Dalebrook

£4.36(£5.23 inc VAT)

£4.36(£5.23 inc VAT)

This is a straightforward 180mm melamine serving spoon from Dalebrook, finished in black. It is the kind of utensil that sees constant, quiet use across buffet counters, carvery stations, salad bars, and self-service displays — functional, easy to replace, and practical to maintain.

Melamine is a sensible material choice for this type of serving utensil. It is robust enough to withstand regular handling in busy service environments, does not react with food, and holds up well through repeated dishwasher cycles without warping or discolouring significantly with normal use. The black finish suits most modern servery and buffet presentations without drawing attention away from the food.

At 180mm, it is a compact serving spoon suited to smaller dishes, condiment bowls, and counter display vessels rather than deep gastronorm containers. For larger serving vessels or higher-volume service points, a longer or larger-capacity spoon would be more practical.

These are the sort of utensils that are sensible to buy in multiples — they are lightweight, straightforward to store, and easy to rotate through the wash cycle without disrupting service. If you are equipping a new buffet counter or refreshing existing servery kit, it is worth considering how many cover positions you are running and how frequently utensils need to be swapped out during a service period.

If you are putting together a broader servery setup and want a steer on quantities or complementary pieces, feel free to get in touch with the team.