Full Gastronorm Foil Lid for Deep & Shallow GN 1/1 Containers – Pack of 50

Full Gastronorm Foil Lids for Catering, Storage & Delivery

Keep large catering portions covered during preparation, storage and transport with these Full Gastronorm Foil Lids. Designed for compatible GN 1/1 aluminium foil containers, the same lid can be used with both full shallow and full deep gastronorm trays.

These lids are ideal for professional catering environments where large trays of prepared food need to be covered between cooking, service, chilled storage or transport. When fitted correctly, the foil lid helps protect the contents and can support better temperature retention compared with leaving the tray completely uncovered.

Each case contains 50 Full Gastronorm foil lids.

Product Specifications

Fits Both Full Shallow & Full Deep Gastronorm Containers

One of the main advantages of this lid is that it works with both of our full-size GN 1/1 foil container formats.

For shallower dishes, traybakes, roasted vegetables and buffet presentation, pair it with our Full Shallow Gastronorm Aluminium Foil Container – Pack of 50 .

For larger-volume meals, stews, curries, lasagne and deeper catering portions, use it with our Full Deep Gastronorm GN 1/1 Aluminium Foil Container – Pack of 50 .

Both containers use the same full-size GN 1/1 footprint, allowing catering businesses to keep one compatible lid format for both shallow and deep tray options.

Helps Keep Hot Food Covered & Supports Temperature Retention

Large catering trays can lose heat quickly when left completely uncovered. Fitting the matching foil lid helps create a covered container and can help reduce heat loss during normal food preparation, holding and transport.

This makes the lid useful for foods such as:

• Roast meat and poultry
• Curries and rice dishes
• Lasagne and pasta bakes
• Stews and casseroles
• Roasted vegetables
• Large buffet portions
• Traybakes
• Bulk catering meals

The lid supports temperature retention but does not replace appropriate hot-holding equipment, insulated transport boxes or other required food-temperature controls.

Suitable for Chilled Food & Advance Preparation

The lid can also be used to cover compatible gastronorm trays containing suitable chilled foods during preparation, refrigerated storage and transport.

This can be useful for caterers preparing food in advance for events, buffets, banqueting or high-volume meal service.

Correct refrigeration and food-safety procedures must always be maintained. Covering a tray does not replace proper temperature-controlled storage.

More Practical for Catering Transport & Delivery

Full gastronorm trays are designed for large food quantities, making a secure matching cover particularly useful when prepared dishes need to be moved between kitchens, venues or service areas.

A correctly fitted lid helps keep the food covered during:

• Event catering
• Wedding and banqueting service
• Buffet preparation
• Restaurant catering orders
• Contract catering
• Inter-site food transport
• Large takeaway and collection orders
• Commercial meal preparation

For foods containing substantial amounts of liquid or sauce, keep the tray level and avoid overfilling. The lid should not be considered a completely leak-proof seal.

Full Shallow or Full Deep Gastronorm – Which Should You Use?

Both tray formats use this same compatible Full Gastronorm foil lid, making stock control easier for businesses that regularly use both shallow and deep GN 1/1 containers.

Ideal for High-Volume Professional Catering

Full-size gastronorm containers are commonly used where standard takeaway trays do not provide enough capacity. The matching foil lid helps turn these large trays into a more practical covered system for professional foodservice.

Typical users include:

• Hotels and banqueting venues
• Wedding and event caterers
• Restaurants and commercial kitchens
• Buffet caterers
• Schools and workplace catering
• Contract caterers
• Food-production businesses
• Meal-preparation operations

Practical for Storage & Organisation

Covering prepared trays can make large catering batches easier to organise during busy foodservice operations. The lid creates a covered top surface that helps protect the contents during normal preparation and storage.

For best results:

• Do not fill food above the tray rim
• Position the lid evenly over the container
• Secure the tray rim around the lid where appropriate
• Keep liquid-rich dishes level during transport
• Support the base of heavy filled trays when moving them
• Avoid excessive weight on top of filled containers

Heating & Handling Guidance

The compatible aluminium containers may be suitable for oven cooking and reheating, but do not automatically assume that the lid can remain fitted during every heating method.

Remove the lid before oven cooking or reheating unless the applicable product guidance specifically confirms that it is suitable for the intended temperature and heating method.

Aluminium foil products should not normally be used in microwave ovens unless the appliance and product instructions specifically permit their use.

Explore More Aluminium Foil Containers & Matching Lids

Supply Express stocks aluminium foil containers and compatible lids in small takeaway, round, square, rectangular and gastronorm formats.

Browse our full range of aluminium foil containers and catering trays for different meal sizes and foodservice applications.

Not sure which foil tray and lid combination is suitable for your menu? Read our Aluminium Foil Container Size & Catering Guide to compare small takeaway trays, round and square containers, and half or full gastronorm formats.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Full Gastronorm foil lids are included?

Each case contains 50 Full Gastronorm foil lids.

Do these lids fit both full shallow and full deep gastronorm trays?

Yes. The compatible full shallow and full deep GN 1/1 aluminium foil containers use the same full-size top format, so this lid can be used with both versions.

What size is the Full Gastronorm format?

The compatible GN 1/1 containers have an approximate top footprint of 325 x 527mm. The shallow and deep versions differ mainly in their depth.

Are the foil containers included?

No. This listing contains the lids only. Full shallow and full deep aluminium foil containers are sold separately.

Do these foil lids help keep food hot?

A correctly fitted lid can help reduce heat loss compared with leaving the tray completely uncovered. Appropriate hot-holding and food-safety procedures should still be followed.

Can the lids be used with chilled food?

Yes. They can be used to cover suitable chilled foods during preparation, refrigerated storage and transport, provided appropriate temperature controls are maintained.

Are these lids suitable for catering transport?

Yes. They are particularly useful for large catering portions because they help keep compatible GN 1/1 trays covered during normal handling and transport.

Are the lids completely leak-proof?

No. They should not be considered completely leak-proof. Avoid overfilling trays, keep liquid-rich foods level and make sure the lid is fitted correctly before moving the container.

Can the foil lid go in the oven?

Remove the lid before heating unless the applicable product guidance specifically confirms that it is suitable for the intended oven temperature and cooking method.

What is the difference between Full Shallow and Full Deep Gastronorm containers?

The Full Shallow container is approximately 38mm deep and is suitable for flatter dishes and buffet presentation. The Full Deep container is approximately 86mm deep and provides more capacity for curries, stews, lasagne and bulk meals.

Buy Full Gastronorm Foil Lids in Packs of 50

Order Full Gastronorm Foil Lids – Pack of 50 for professional catering, banqueting, food preparation and transport. One lid format fits both compatible Full Shallow and Full Deep GN 1/1 aluminium foil containers, helping simplify stock management in busy catering operations.

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