Bain Marie - With Gastro Pans

Hire bain marie - with gastro pans for commercial event catering. Stainless steel commercial grade. Live stock, no deposit, delivery from £40.

Product Description

Keep sauces and sides at serving temperature throughout long conference lunches and breakfast meetings. Booking your bain marie - with gastro pans hire gives you a reliable wet heat system that controls serving temperatures. The unit arrives complete with two 1/3 size and two 1/6 size 150mm-deep stainless steel gastronorm containers plus lids. This setup helps you manage four separate menu items on a single buffet line, serving warm food to delegates and guests.

Commercial bain marie - with gastro pans hire

Maintaining food safety and quality at corporate functions calls for dependable equipment. The wet heat system warms food without drying it out. This method keeps your dishes at a safe temperature for extended periods, suiting any event where food service spans several hours. The professional stainless steel construction looks smart on any buffet and handles the demands of busy catering environments. Weighing just 10.00kg and measuring 560mm x 360mm x 290mm, the unit fits neatly onto standard trestle tables.

Consider this warming unit for various events and uses:

Corporate breakfast meetings: Offer multiple warm buffet options for delegates, from scrambled eggs to baked beans.
Hotel conference luncheons: Food must remain at a consistent heat level for extended service periods, so guests enjoy warm meals.
Outdoor catering at private garden parties: Keep mains and accompaniments hot and ready to serve, even away from a main kitchen.
Staff canteen operations: During temporary events or busy peak periods, this unit helps you serve a steady stream of hot food.
Exhibition stands: Present hot samples or small dishes to potential clients, drawing them to your display.
Wedding buffets: Serve hot side dishes or gravies that stay warm throughout the reception.

Setting up the appliance takes only a few minutes. You fill the base with water, place the metal containers in position, and switch it on. The unit then heats the water, which in turn warms the food inside the compartments. This gentle heating prevents scorching and maintains the texture and flavour of your dishes. The included lids help retain heat and moisture, preserving food quality from the first plate to the last.

Booking your event equipment through Expo Hire removes the hassle from event planning. Every order includes a free minor damage waiver, covering accidental scratches or dents at no extra cost. We require no security deposit, freeing up your budget for other event necessities. On delivery day, you receive live vehicle tracking and an SMS ETA, allowing you to track your driver by order number and postcode. Our system calculates delivery from £40 ex-VAT based on road distance from our nearest regional depot.

Material: Stainless Steel
Dimensions (L x W x H): 0.56m x 0.36m x 0.29m
Unit: 1
Pans Included: 2x 1/3 size, 2x 1/6 size (150mm deep)
Heat Type: Wet Heat

Plan your next event and browse our catering equipment hire. You can hire ovens, fridges, crockery, and cutlery to build a complete setup. Combine your warming units with table hire to create a functional buffet station. Stock levels update in real time on our website. Select your dates to check availability and confirm your order online today.

See the Catering Equipment Hire Guide for kitchen setup planning, equipment selection, and capacity guidance.

Technical

Material	Stainless Steel
Width	360 mm
Height	290 mm
Length	560 mm
Weight	10 kg

This 10kg stainless steel bain marie uses a wet heat system to maintain consistent food temperatures. The hire includes two 1/3 and two 1/6 size gastronorm pans for holding different food items simultaneously. This unit is designed for long service periods and requires water for operation.

FAQs

What is the price including VAT?: This item is subject to 20% VAT and therefore you will pay £30^.00 each for a standard 3 day hire at checkout.
As primarily a business-to-business supplier we advertise our prices ex-VAT as most businesses will be able to reclaim the VAT amount.

Do you offer discounts for if the item is hired for less than 3 Days?: No. We recommend a minimum hire period of 3 days to provide enough time for set-up and break-down of your event, and to make sure that problems such as traffic or adverse weather conditions do not impact on your event. If you want to hire for a shorter period than this then we cannot offer a discount.

Do you offer discounts for Long Term Hire?

Yes, after the standard hire period of 3 Days you will be charged £5.00 per extra day up to day 7, £3.75 per extra day up to day 28 and £2.50 per extra day after that.

Days Hire	Cost (ex-VAT)
1	£25^.00
2	£25^.00
3	£25^.00
5	£35^.00
7	£45^.00
14	£71^.25
21	£97^.50
35	£141^.25

How much security deposit do you charge?: Nothing! Unlike most of our competitors, rather than charging a large deposit, we provide a FREE 'minor deposit waiver' scheme to cover minor damage and loss. Excessive or negligent damage and loss will be invoiced at 10 times the standard hire price of the relevant items. Please read our terms and conditions for full details.

How much do you charge for delivery?: There is a minimum charge of £40.00 for a distance up to 10 miles each way.
After that we charge £1.00 per mile each way and an additional £40.00 for each journey on a weekend or bank holiday.
We calculate the distance using driving directions from our local base to your event postcode, so it is important that you provide the correct delivery address at checkout.
You can use our Carriage Calculator to get a full quote.

Can I choose a specified Time Slot?: We make deliveries anytime between 8am and 8pm, however we can offer early (8am - 1pm) or late (12 noon - 6pm) slots for an additional cost calculated at checkout.
We can not guarantee more specific times unless you pay for a dedicated driver. This is individually priced on request and are subject to availability.

Can I collect from you warehouse rather than pay for delivery?: No. To ensure that your products arrive safely and correctly we offer a delivery and collection service only.

Do you have a showroom where I can view the products before ordering?: No. As we are an online-only you can view all of our products on our website. To keep our prices as low as posssible our warehouses are not open to the public.