Matfer Bourgeat Excellence Heavy Duty Sauté Pan 32cm

The Matfer Bourgeat Excellence sauté pan is a straightforward, professional-grade piece of cookware built for daily use in commercial kitchens. Constructed from stainless steel with a robust handle attachment, it is designed to hold up under the repetitive demands of busy service without the kind of wear that causes cheaper pans to fail prematurely.

In a working kitchen environment, a pan of this size earns its keep during high-output service periods — batch cooking sauces, braising, reducing stocks, or sautéing larger quantities in a single pass. The capacity means fewer pan changes during service, which keeps workflow moving and reduces the risk of holding food at the wrong temperature while chasing extra pans.

• Stainless steel construction supports both gas and induction hob use
• Watertight handle fixing reduces risk of loosening over time
• Smooth interior makes cleaning straightforward at the end of service
• Substantial build weight contributes to even heat distribution on the base
• Suitable for oven use as well as direct hob cooking

Stainless steel does require some technique to prevent sticking on dry heat, and operators new to the material may prefer to ensure sufficient fat or liquid is in the pan before high-temperature use. The pan is sold without a lid, so if covered cooking is required, a compatible lid will need to be sourced separately.

This pan is well suited to professional kitchens where durability and ease of cleaning take priority over non-stick convenience — particularly in high-turnover environments such as restaurants, hotel kitchens, and contract catering operations. For kitchens needing a smaller working size or a larger batch-cooking vessel, other options within the range are worth considering.

If you are building out your pan stock and want to discuss the right mix of sizes for your service style, the team is happy to talk it through.