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Vestfrost SB 300 296 Ltr Commercial Chest Freezer

SKU: SB300
Barcode: 5703540148823

£520.00(£624.00 inc VAT)
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  • In the event of equipment failure any parts needed will be provided 3
  • In the event of equipment failure an engineer will be sent for an onsite repair 3
  • Equipment may be supplied with a moulded plug but may be more suitably connected to a fused spur

The Vestfrost SB 300 is a 296-litre chest freezer designed for reliable bulk frozen storage in commercial and catering environments. It runs from a standard 13-amp supply, requires no specialist installation, and is built around the kind of straightforward, dependable performance that smaller operations depend on day to day.

Chest freezers of this type are a practical choice wherever the priority is holding significant volumes of frozen produce — portioned proteins, bakery goods, ice cream, or bulk ingredients — rather than rapid individual item retrieval. Because cold air is denser than warm air and settles at the base, a chest freezer retains its temperature well when the lid is opened, which helps maintain food safety standards during busy service periods and reduces the energy cost of frequent access compared with upright reach-in cabinets.

For day-to-day operation, the practical advantages are clear:

  • Counter-balanced lid reduces physical strain during regular access
  • Lockable handle supports stock security and basic due diligence
  • Skin condenser design reduces dust accumulation and simplifies maintenance
  • Standard 13-amp plug means no dedicated electrical supply or specialist electrical work
  • R600a refrigerant aligns with current environmental standards

Installation is uncomplicated. There are no gas, water, or ventilation connections to consider. The unit can be positioned in a back-of-house area, cellar, outbuilding, or preparation room wherever a standard socket is available. Operators should allow adequate air clearance around the cabinet and avoid siting it in areas exposed to excessive heat or direct sunlight, both of which will affect running efficiency.

This freezer is well suited to smaller catering operations, pub kitchens, cafés, event catering businesses, and hospitality sites needing overflow or secondary frozen storage. It is less suited to environments where high-frequency individual item access is required or where only upright storage is practical. Sites with significantly higher volume demands may find a larger-capacity unit or a multi-unit configuration more appropriate.

If you are weighing up whether this capacity fits your storage requirements or available space, we are glad to talk it through before you place an order.

Frequently asked questions

Is a 296-litre chest freezer large enough for a busy catering kitchen?

That depends on your service volume and how you manage stock rotation. For smaller operations — cafés, pub kitchens, or event catering businesses — 296 litres is typically sufficient for bulk ingredient holding or overflow frozen storage. If you are running a high-throughput kitchen with large daily frozen deliveries, it may be worth considering a larger-capacity unit or running two in parallel. We are happy to help you assess your actual storage requirements before you commit.

What does installation involve for the Vestfrost SB 300?

Installation is straightforward. The unit runs from a standard 13-amp socket, so there is no need for dedicated electrical supply work, and there are no gas, water, or ventilation connections required. You do need to allow adequate air clearance around the cabinet and position it away from heat sources or direct sunlight to ensure it runs efficiently.

Is a chest freezer practical if staff need to access frozen stock frequently during service?

Chest freezers are well suited to storing bulk ingredients that are drawn down at the start of or between services, rather than items accessed constantly throughout a shift. The counter-balanced lid makes access manageable, but if your operation requires staff to retrieve individual items rapidly and repeatedly during peak service, an upright reach-in freezer may be a more practical day-to-day choice.
Vestfrost SB 300 296 Ltr Commercial Chest Freezer

£520.00(£624.00 inc VAT)

£520.00(£624.00 inc VAT)

The Vestfrost SB 300 is a 296-litre chest freezer designed for reliable bulk frozen storage in commercial and catering environments. It runs from a standard 13-amp supply, requires no specialist installation, and is built around the kind of straightforward, dependable performance that smaller operations depend on day to day.

Chest freezers of this type are a practical choice wherever the priority is holding significant volumes of frozen produce — portioned proteins, bakery goods, ice cream, or bulk ingredients — rather than rapid individual item retrieval. Because cold air is denser than warm air and settles at the base, a chest freezer retains its temperature well when the lid is opened, which helps maintain food safety standards during busy service periods and reduces the energy cost of frequent access compared with upright reach-in cabinets.

For day-to-day operation, the practical advantages are clear:

  • Counter-balanced lid reduces physical strain during regular access
  • Lockable handle supports stock security and basic due diligence
  • Skin condenser design reduces dust accumulation and simplifies maintenance
  • Standard 13-amp plug means no dedicated electrical supply or specialist electrical work
  • R600a refrigerant aligns with current environmental standards

Installation is uncomplicated. There are no gas, water, or ventilation connections to consider. The unit can be positioned in a back-of-house area, cellar, outbuilding, or preparation room wherever a standard socket is available. Operators should allow adequate air clearance around the cabinet and avoid siting it in areas exposed to excessive heat or direct sunlight, both of which will affect running efficiency.

This freezer is well suited to smaller catering operations, pub kitchens, cafés, event catering businesses, and hospitality sites needing overflow or secondary frozen storage. It is less suited to environments where high-frequency individual item access is required or where only upright storage is practical. Sites with significantly higher volume demands may find a larger-capacity unit or a multi-unit configuration more appropriate.

If you are weighing up whether this capacity fits your storage requirements or available space, we are glad to talk it through before you place an order.