Colanders

Colanders are essential kitchen tools for draining pasta, rinsing vegetables, washing salad and handling bulk ingredients in busy commercial kitchens. This range includes professional colanders and strainers in stainless steel, aluminium and polypropylene to suit every prep area. From compact models for small pans to heavy duty, high-capacity options, there is a solution for restaurants, hotels, cafes and canteens. Robust construction and practical designs help improve hygiene, speed up service and keep food preparation efficient in demanding Irish catering environments.

• Stainless steel colanders in multiple diameters, offering excellent durability and resistance to rust and corrosion.
• Lightweight aluminium colanders, including heavy duty and double-handled designs for draining large volumes safely.
• Polypropylene colanders ideal for everyday use, salad washing and lighter prep tasks in kitchens and food trucks.
• Specialist colanders such as French fries colanders and large chrome nickel steel strainers for high-output frying and bulk draining.
• Compatible sizes to sit securely in sinks or over gastronorm containers, helping to streamline prep and reduce mess.
• Options from leading brands like Vogue, Araven and Cucina to match your existing kitchenware and performance expectations.

How to choose the right Colanders

• Consider the volume of food you handle daily and choose colander diameters and capacities that match your busiest service periods.
• Select stainless steel for maximum durability and hygiene in heavy use sites such as hotels, restaurants and institutional kitchens.
• Opt for aluminium colanders when you need large capacities with lighter weight for easier lifting and handling.
• Use polypropylene colanders for lighter prep, salad washing and tasks where a quieter, non-metal option is preferred.
• Check handle style, base design and stability so the colander sits securely in sinks or over pots without tipping.
• Match the colander to your menu, for example deeper baskets for pasta and fries, or wider, shallower options for rinsing vegetables.

Care and maintenance

• Rinse colanders immediately after use to prevent food residues from drying in the perforations and affecting drainage.
• Wash in hot, soapy water or a commercial dishwasher, following the manufacturer’s guidance for stainless steel, aluminium or polypropylene.
• Avoid harsh abrasives or metal scouring pads on aluminium and polished stainless steel to maintain a smooth, hygienic surface.
• Inspect handles, rims and bases regularly for dents or damage that could trap food or compromise safe handling.
• Store colanders nested by size in a clean, dry area to save space and prevent contamination between services.
• For colanders used with fryers, degrease frequently to remove oil build-up and maintain safe, slip-free handling.

Explore our wider ranges of strainers, sieves, salad spinners and other kitchen utensils to complete your food preparation setup.

Need help choosing? Call Caterboss on (01) 687 5772.