Churchill Whiteware Oval Platters 305mm (Pack of 12)
Product Description
Churchill's Whiteware oval platters are a well-established choice across commercial catering operations, from hotel restaurants to contract caterers. The 305mm size sits comfortably in the middle of the range —...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Colour
- White
- Crockery type
- Plates
- Diameter
- 305
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Product Description
Churchill's Whiteware oval platters are a well-established choice across commercial catering operations, from hotel restaurants to contract caterers. The 305mm size sits comfortably in the middle of the range — large enough to present a generous main course or a shared starter, but practical to handle and stack in a busy pass.
Churchill fires these platters at high temperature over two days, producing a super vitrified body that resists the knocks and thermal cycling of daily commercial use. In practice, that means they hold up reliably through repeated dishwasher cycles, stacking in plate dollies, and the general handling pressure of a working kitchen. The five-year edge chip warranty reflects the confidence behind the manufacturing process, and in real service environments that durability makes a measurable difference to breakage costs over time.
For front-of-house operations, the clean white finish presents well under most lighting conditions and provides a neutral backdrop for plated dishes. The glazed foot reduces metal marking from contact with stainless steel surfaces — a common frustration with lower-grade ware — and helps maintain a presentable appearance without extra effort from service staff.
- Edge and rim chip resistance reduces replacement frequency in heavy-use settings
- Glazed foot minimises metal marking and scratching on stainless prep surfaces
- Super vitrified body withstands frequent commercial dishwasher cycles
- Classic oval form suits a wide range of plating styles and menu types
- Pack of 12 provides a practical starting quantity for most operations
These platters are well suited to mid-volume operations where consistent presentation and durability matter. Higher-volume sites running very large covers may want to consider a deeper pack quantity or a heavier-gauge alternative for more intensive service patterns.
If you are specifying tableware for a new opening or replacing existing stock across multiple service areas, it is worth having a conversation about quantities, mix of sizes, and how this range fits alongside other Churchill pieces in your current setup — the team is happy to help work that through.
Key Features
- Super vitrified porcelain fired over two days for exceptional strength
- Edge and rim chip resistant construction with five-year warranty coverage
- Glazed foot protects against metal marking on stainless steel surfaces
- 305mm oval form accommodates generous main course or sharing portions
- Pack of 12 supplied as standard for straightforward stock management
Operational Benefits
- Reduces breakage-related replacement costs across high-turnover service periods
- Maintains presentable appearance longer, reducing front-of-house remediation effort
- Withstands repeated commercial dishwasher cycles without surface degradation
- Neutral white finish supports consistent plating presentation across the menu
- Glazed foot keeps platters looking clean with minimal additional handling care
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Colour
- White
- Crockery type
- Plates
- Diameter
- 305
- Dimensions
- 305(Ø)mm/ 12"
- Dishwasher safe
- Yes
- Finish
- Glaze
- Furniture shape
- Oval
- Material
- Porcelain
- Microwave safe
- Yes
- Warranty
- 5 Years Edge Chip
- Weight
- 11.05kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Yes. The super vitrified porcelain construction is specifically designed to withstand the repeated thermal cycling and detergent exposure of commercial dishwashers. Churchill's manufacturing process is intended for exactly this kind of intensive daily use, and the edge chip resistance helps maintain the ware's condition through high-frequency wash cycles.
- That depends on your cover count, service style, and dishwasher turnaround time. As a general guide, most operations aim to hold at least one and a half to two times their peak cover count in each platter size to avoid bottlenecks during service. A pack of 12 is a practical starting point for smaller operations, but higher-volume sites will typically need to order in multiples.
- Churchill Whiteware is produced from porcelain and is generally suitable for oven use, but you should confirm the specific temperature limits with the Churchill technical data sheet before using them in that way. For oven-to-table service at high temperatures, it is worth checking that the platters are not being subjected to sudden thermal shock, such as moving directly from a hot oven to a cold surface.