Racking Trolleys

Racking Trolleys provide safe, mobile storage and transport for plates, trays, gastronorm pans and bakery sheets in busy professional kitchens. This range covers gastronorm racking trolleys, bakery trolleys, service trolleys and compatible protective covers. They are widely used in restaurants, hotels, canteens, bakeries and catering operations to streamline plating, chilling, proofing and service. Strong frames, smooth castors and compact footprints help you maximise space, improve workflow and maintain high hygiene standards.

• Gastronorm racking trolleys for 1/1 and 2/1 GN pans, with multiple tray levels for efficient storage and transport.
• Bakery trolleys sized for 600x400mm trays, ideal for proofing, cooling and moving baked goods between prep, oven and display.
• General service and utility trolleys with 2 or 3 shelves for moving ingredients, crockery and equipment around the kitchen or dining area.
• Tray and plate trolley covers to protect clean crockery and food from dust and contamination during storage or transport.
• Heavy-duty yet lightweight constructions designed for frequent commercial use in restaurants, hotels, schools and contract catering.
• Easy-rolling castors and ergonomic designs that improve safety, reduce manual handling strain and speed up service.

How to choose the right Racking Trolleys

• Start by assessing how many trays, GN pans or plates you need to move or store at peak service to choose the correct trolley capacity and number of levels.
• Match the trolley size to your existing pans and trays, such as 1/1 or 2/1 gastronorm or 600x400mm bakery sheets, to ensure full compatibility.
• Measure doorways, corridors, cold rooms and lifts so the trolley footprint and height fit comfortably within your kitchen layout.
• Consider whether you need open racking for fast access or covered trolleys to protect food and crockery during storage and transport.
• Choose heavier-duty frames and castors for high-volume sites like hotels, hospitals and large canteens, and lighter options for occasional use.
• Look for easy-clean materials and smooth surfaces if the trolley will be used in hygiene-critical areas such as prep rooms and cold stores.

Care and maintenance

• Clean frames, shelves and runners regularly with food-safe detergents, paying attention to corners and welds where debris can build up.
• Avoid abrasive pads or harsh chemicals that could damage protective coatings or corrode metal components over time.
• Inspect castors frequently, removing string or debris, checking that wheels turn freely and replacing worn or damaged units promptly.
• Check fastenings, tray runners and handles for looseness, tightening or replacing parts to keep the trolley stable and safe in daily use.
• Store trolleys unloaded when not in use and avoid overloading beyond the manufacturer’s stated weight capacity.
• If using covers, wash or wipe them down regularly and allow them to dry fully to prevent odours and maintain hygiene.

Pair your trolleys with our gastronorm pans, food storage containers and kitchen shelving to create a complete, efficient storage and service system.

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