Catering Platters & Disposable Plates

Wholesale Catering Platters & Disposable Plates for Foodservice

Shop our complete range of catering platters and disposable plates for bakeries, cafés, delis, restaurants, takeaways, buffets, events and professional catering. Whether you are arranging sandwiches for a corporate lunch, displaying individual cake slices in a bakery, serving salads at a buffet or preparing sharing food for an event, Supply Express offers practical serving options in a wide choice of materials, shapes and sizes.

Our range includes plastic catering platters, pulp platters, Sabert serving platters, paper plates, bagasse plates and aluminium platters. Different formats suit different types of food, so you can choose packaging according to portion size, presentation, transport and whether the food will be served hot or cold.

Catering Platters for Sandwiches, Cakes, Buffets & Cold Food

Serving platters are used across far more than traditional event catering. Bakeries use them for pastries, cake slices and desserts; cafés and delis use them for sandwiches and wraps; and caterers use them for canapés, cold meats, cheese, fruit and buffet selections.

This makes our platter range suitable for:

• Sandwich and wrap platters
• Cake slices, pastries and bakery selections
• Cold salads and deli foods
• Canapés and finger food
• Fruit and dessert platters
• Cheese and cold-meat selections
• Corporate lunches and meetings
• Buffets, weddings and parties
• Takeaway and food-to-go presentation
• Large sharing portions and catering displays

Plastic Rectangular Catering Platters

Black rectangular plastic platters provide a clean, professional background for sandwiches, pastries, desserts, canapés and other cold foods. Their rectangular shape also makes efficient use of display-fridge, buffet-table and delivery space.

Selected rectangular platter ranges can be paired with compatible clear domed lids for covered presentation, chilled display and transport. Always check the individual base and lid listing to confirm compatibility before ordering.

Sabert Pulp Catering Platters

For businesses looking for a moulded-fibre presentation option, our Sabert pulp platter range includes rectangular and square formats suitable for sandwiches, appetisers, bakery products, desserts and buffet foods.

Popular options include:

• Sabert PUL49110 Square Pulp Platter 27 x 27cm – 25 Bases
• Sabert PUL49119 Square Pulp Platter 36 x 36cm – 25 Bases
• Sabert PUL00314 Medium Rectangular Pulp Platter 350 x 240mm – 150
• Sabert PUL00318 Large Rectangular Pulp Platter 460 x 300mm – 100

The medium 350 x 240mm and large 460 x 300mm rectangular formats are especially useful for sandwiches, pastries, appetisers and desserts, with compatible domed lids available separately for selected models.

Black rPET & Compartment Catering Platters

For more premium cold-food presentation, black platters create a strong contrast against sandwiches, pastries, cheese, cold meats and colourful appetisers.

The Sabert BLA9318 Large Black rPET Rectangular Platter measures approximately 46 x 30cm and is suitable for professional buffet, bakery and cold-food presentation.

For mixed selections, the Sabert Gourmet 7-Compartment Platter with Lid offers seven separate sections, making it useful where different foods need to remain visually separated within one platter.

Disposable Paper Plates

Paper plates provide a straightforward serving option for cafés, bakeries, parties, buffets, events and catering where fast service and simple clearing are important.

Bagasse & Pulp Disposable Plates

Bagasse and moulded-pulp plates provide an alternative to conventional paper or plastic plates for catering, events, takeaways and foodservice. Selected products in our range are listed as compostable; always check the individual product information and local waste facilities before making disposal claims to customers.

• 7 Inch Bagasse Plates – Pack of 1000
• 9 Inch Bagasse Plates – Pack of 500
• 10 Inch Bagasse Plates – Pack of 500
• 10 Inch 3-Compartment Bagasse Plates – Pack of 500

The three-compartment format is useful where mains, sides or accompaniments need to remain separated during service.

Sabert Octagonal Pulp Plates for Premium Presentation

For meals that need more depth than a traditional flat plate, the Sabert PUL39029 Octagonal Pulp Plate – 830ml offers an approximately 230 x 230 x 32mm format suitable for salads, pasta, meals and food-to-go presentation.

Aluminium Catering Platters for Buffets & Events

Aluminium catering platters provide a traditional silver presentation for sandwiches, pastries, desserts, appetisers, cold meats, fruit and sharing selections. They are widely used by caterers, bakeries, cafés, delis and event businesses where a lightweight disposable serving platter is required.

Our oval aluminium platters are available in several sizes, allowing you to choose the appropriate serving area for smaller food selections through to larger buffet displays.

• 14 Inch Oval Aluminium Platters – Pack of 100 – a compact option for sandwiches, pastries, desserts, appetisers and smaller catering displays.
• 17 Inch Oval Aluminium Platters – Pack of 100 – a versatile medium-to-large serving platter for sandwich selections, buffet foods, pastries, party food and event catering.
• 22 Inch Oval Aluminium Platters – Pack of 60 – suitable for large sharing selections, corporate catering, buffets, parties and higher-volume food displays.

Choose the platter size according to the quantity of food being served and the amount of presentation space required. Smaller 14-inch platters work well for compact selections, the 17-inch size provides additional room for medium catering orders, while the 22-inch format is better suited to larger buffet and sharing displays.

Platters for Bakeries & Patisseries

Bakeries often need serving trays for more than whole cakes. Catering platters can be useful for displaying cake slices, pastries, croissants, doughnuts, desserts, sandwiches and afternoon-tea selections.

Smaller and medium rectangular platters work well for compact bakery selections, while larger platters provide more room for mixed pastry, sandwich or dessert displays. Clear compatible lids can also help protect suitable products during collection and transport.

Platters for Sandwiches, Salads & Cold Food

For cafés, delis and cold-food counters, catering platters can be used for sandwiches, wraps, salads, cold meats, cheese, fruit and other prepared-food selections.

Black plastic and rPET bases can create a strong visual contrast for colourful cold foods, while pulp platters provide a different presentation style for cafés, caterers and food-to-go businesses.

How to Choose the Right Catering Platter

Consider the quantity of food, the type of presentation and whether the platter needs to travel. A small tray may be enough for cake slices or a compact sandwich order, whereas a large platter is more appropriate for sharing selections, buffets and larger catering orders.

Also consider whether you require a compatible lid. Covered platters can be particularly useful for prepared food, customer collection and delivery. Always match lids to the exact platter model rather than choosing by approximate dimensions alone.

Wholesale Catering Platters for Professional Food Businesses

Our disposable serving platters and plates are suitable for a wide range of businesses including bakeries, cafés, delis, caterers, restaurants, takeaways, event organisers and hospitality venues. Bulk pack quantities help businesses maintain stock for regular service, seasonal demand and larger catering orders.

Complete Your Catering Setup

For napkins, forks, knives and other serving essentials, browse our tableware, napkins and cutlery range.

For sandwiches and other food-to-go products, you can also explore our bakery and patisserie packaging and cold food packaging ranges.

Free Next Working Day UK Mainland Delivery

Free next working day UK Mainland delivery is available on qualifying orders over £100 excluding VAT when ordered before the daily 15:00 cut-off. Weekends, bank holidays, postcode restrictions and other delivery exclusions apply.

Frequently Asked Questions

What foods can catering platters be used for?

Catering platters can be used for sandwiches, wraps, pastries, cake slices, desserts, canapés, cold meats, cheese, fruit and other buffet or sharing foods, depending on the platter specification.

Which platter size should I choose for sandwiches?

Smaller platters work well for compact orders, while medium and large rectangular platters provide more space for larger sandwich selections and corporate catering. Consider the number and size of sandwiches before choosing the platter.

Can bakeries use catering platters?

Yes. Catering platters are commonly useful for presenting pastries, cake slices, desserts, sandwiches and mixed bakery selections.

Do catering platters come with lids?

Some platter products are sold as bases only while others are supplied with lids. Compatible domed lids are available separately for selected ranges. Always check the individual product page.

What is the difference between plastic and pulp platters?

Plastic platters typically provide a smooth presentation surface and are popular for chilled displays. Pulp platters provide a moulded-fibre alternative with a different appearance and performance characteristics. Choose according to your food, presentation and disposal requirements.

Which disposable plate size should I choose?

Six-inch plates suit desserts and snacks, seven-inch plates are useful for sandwiches and lighter servings, while nine- and ten-inch plates provide more room for larger portions and buffet meals.

Do you sell compartment plates?

Yes. The range includes a 10-inch three-compartment bagasse plate for serving foods that benefit from separate sections.

Do you offer wholesale quantities?

Yes. The range includes bulk quantities suitable for bakeries, cafés, caterers, takeaways, restaurants and events.

Do you offer free next working day delivery?

Free next working day UK Mainland delivery is available on qualifying orders over £100 excluding VAT placed before the daily 15:00 cut-off. Weekends, bank holidays, postcode restrictions and delivery exclusions apply.