Food Holding Boxes

Food Holding Boxes are designed to keep cooked dishes at safe serving temperatures while you transport or hold them for service. This range covers insulated thermo transport boxes, full-size pan carriers, and professional hot holding cabinets for GN pans and trays. They are widely used in restaurants, hotels, carveries, canteens and outside catering where food needs to stay hot and ready to serve. Durable construction and hygienic interiors help you maintain food quality, reduce waste and streamline service during busy periods.

• Insulated thermo transport boxes and GoBox style carriers for keeping GN pans hot during delivery or off-site catering.
• Electric hot holding cabinets from brands like Turbofan, Carter Hoffmann and Unox for precise temperature control.
• Undercounter holding cabinets that maximise space in compact commercial kitchens and serving areas.
• Full-size mobile holding cabinets with multiple GN tray positions for banqueting, hotels and large-scale catering.
• Stainless steel and robust polymer constructions that are easy to clean and built for intensive daily use.
• Options suited to carveries, rotisserie chicken, canteens and cook-hold systems where consistent temperature is critical.

How to choose the right Food Holding Boxes

• Start by estimating how many GN pans or trays you need to hold at peak service and choose box or cabinet capacity accordingly.
• Decide between passive insulated boxes for short transport runs and powered hot holding cabinets for longer holding times.
• Consider available space in your kitchen or servery, choosing undercounter, full-size or mobile units to suit your layout.
• Match temperature range and control type to your menu, especially for fried foods, roast meats and cooked sides.
• Look for durable materials and strong handles or castors if you will be moving units frequently between prep and service areas.
• Check compatibility with standard GN pan sizes already in use across your kitchen for smoother operation.

Care and maintenance

• Clean interiors and door gaskets daily with mild detergent, avoiding abrasive pads that can damage surfaces and seals.
• Allow insulated boxes and cabinets to cool before washing, and always dry thoroughly to prevent odours and bacteria build-up.
• Inspect hinges, latches, handles and castors regularly, tightening or replacing worn parts to keep transport safe and stable.
• For electric holding cabinets, follow the manufacturer’s guidance on temperature calibration and periodic safety checks.
• Keep vents and control panels free from grease and dust to maintain efficient, even heat distribution.
• Store units with doors slightly open when not in use to promote airflow and prolong gasket life.

Pair your holding equipment with our hot cupboards, bain maries, food display cabinets and GN pans to create a complete hot service solution.

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