Description
Large Shallow Foil Trays for Catering, Meal Prep & Bulk Food Service
Built for busy kitchens, these full shallow gastronorm aluminum foil containers are great for catering.
They also suit batch cooking and bulk food service. Measuring 325 x 527 x 86mm, they provide a large cooking and serving surface for roasting, baking, hot holding, and transporting meals.
Manufactured from food-grade aluminium, these trays offer dependable strength and excellent heat conduction for consistent cooking results. The gastronorm format also supports efficient stacking for easier storage, kitchen workflow, and delivery transport.
Key features
- Gastronorm size: GN 1/1 (Full Size) – 325 x 527 x 86mm
- Pack size: 50 containers (bases only)
- Material: food-grade aluminium foil
- Oven & freezer safe: suitable for cooking, reheating, chilled prep, and freezing
- Even heat performance: aluminium distributes heat efficiently across the tray
- Shallow catering format: great for roasts, buffet dishes, traybakes, and large flat portions
- Stackable: space-efficient storage and transport
- Recycling: aluminium is widely recyclable when clean (check local guidance)
- Microwave use: not suitable for microwave use (aluminium)
Lids sold separately
Lids are not included. This container uses the standard full gastronorm foil lid. The same lid fits both the full shallow and full deep gastronorm containers for easier ordering and stock control.
Buy Full Gastronorm Foil Lids (Pack of 50)
Looking for a deeper version?
If you need extra depth for sauces, stews, curries, or larger portion volumes, choose the matching deep option: Full Deep Gastronorm Aluminium Foil Containers (Pack of 50) . Both versions use the same lid size.
Common uses
- Event catering, banqueting, and buffet service
- Roast meats, vegetables, pasta bakes, lasagne, and traybakes
- Batch cooking, portioning, and hot food holding
- Commercial food prep and safe transport between sites
Build a complete foil range (internal links)
Help customers find the right size quickly by linking to your most common foil options:
- No.1 foil containers 95x120x35mm (Pack of 1000) – smaller portions and sides
- No.2 foil containers 115x140x40mm (Pack of 1000) – mid portions and meal deals
- No.6A foil containers 105x195x50mm (Pack of 500) – longer format portions
- Nicholl foil containers 6x8x2" (Pack of 900) – versatile rectangular portions
- Hippo 9" round foil containers (Pack of 400) – round presentation
- No.12 round foil containers 7" (Pack of 400) – smaller round portions
Square foil containers for portioned meals
If customers want portion-controlled trays (meal prep, takeaway mains, oven-finish dishes), cross-link your 9" square options:
- 9x9x2" foil containers (Pack of 200) – deeper option for saucier meals and bigger servings
Gastronorm foil containers for catering trays
For full-service catering and larger-volume prep, link to other gastronorm formats:
- Half deep gastronorm 10x12x2.5" (Pack of 100)
- Half deep gastronorm 10x12x2.5" (Pack of 125)
- Full shallow gastronorm C50 38x325x527mm (Pack of 50)
- Full deep gastronorm 86x325x527mm (Pack of 50)
Browse related food packaging
Explore more options across your range: Aluminium Foil Containers & Trays and Hot & Cold Food Packaging .
Explore more packaging for your menu
For paper-based alternatives, browse cardboard food containers. For compostable options, explore bagasse disposables.
Delivery information
- Next working day delivery: Orders placed before the daily 15:00 cut-off (Mon–Fri) are usually dispatched the same day (excluding weekends and bank holidays).
Order today
Choose full shallow gastronorm foil containers for dependable performance in demanding foodservice environments. Supplied in a pack of 50, they’re ideal for restaurants, caterers, commercial kitchens, and bulk food operations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size is this full shallow gastronorm foil container?
It measures 325 x 527X 86 mm and follows standard GN 1/1 (full size) sizing.
Are these containers oven-safe?
Yes. Food-grade aluminium foil containers are suitable for oven use. If using a foil lid, remove the lid before placing in the oven.
Can these containers be used in the freezer?
Yes. They are suitable for chilled storage and freezer use.
Do lids come included?
No. Lids are sold separately. These containers use the standard full gastronorm foil lid, which fits both shallow and deep versions.
Are aluminium foil containers recyclable?
Aluminium is widely recyclable when clean. If containers are heavily soiled with food or grease, follow local disposal guidance.