Samuel Groves Copper Core 5-Ply Casserole Pan 260mm

The Samuel Groves Copper Core Casserole Pan is a five-layer professional pan built around a copper and aluminium core bonded within a stainless steel exterior. That construction is not cosmetic — copper conducts heat faster and more evenly than most cookware materials, and when combined with aluminium layers it distributes that heat rapidly across the base and up through the walls, rather than concentrating it at the point of contact with the hob.

In practical service terms, this matters most when cooking casseroles, braises, stocks, or sauces that need to hold a steady temperature across the full volume. Uneven pans create hot spots that scorch on the base while the upper volume stays underdone, leading to inconsistent results and waste. The copper core reduces the need for constant adjustment, which frees kitchen staff to manage other tasks during a busy service.

Key practical advantages for kitchen operators:

• Rapid, even heat distribution reduces hot spots and scorching risk
• Compatible with gas, electric, and induction hobs without adaptation
• Dual side handles allow safe movement between hob, oven, and counter
• Stainless steel exterior resists impact and corrosion under regular daily use
• Smooth interior surface cleans down quickly between service periods

At 2kg unloaded, the pan is manageable for most kitchen staff, though a full load of a dense casserole adds considerable weight — the dual handles are well placed for a two-person carry where needed. No lid is included; lids are available separately, so factor that into your order if covered cooking is required.

This pan is well suited to restaurants, hotel kitchens, pub operations, and catering businesses producing braised dishes, stocks, or sauces on a regular basis. For sites running multiple large batches simultaneously or working at higher volumes, a larger-capacity pan may be worth considering alongside this one.

If you are weighing up whether this pan suits your current hob setup or batch sizes, the team is happy to talk it through.