Description
Full Shallow Gastronorm Foil Containers GN 1/1 for Commercial Catering
In stock. Handle batch cooking, buffet service, and high-volume operations seamlessly with our wide range of high quality full shallow gastronorm aluminium foil containers (GN 1/1). Engineered explicitly for fast-paced professional kitchens, event banquets, and mobile catering companies, this shallow tray configuration provides an expansive surface area that ensures rapid thermal conduction, uniform heat distribution, and excellent presentation for your hot food menu.
Manufactured from premium, food-grade aluminium, these 1/1 GN containers are highly favored for cooking, hot holding, and inter-site transport. Outfitting your setup with rigid commercial trays keeps your workflow organized, simplifies kitchen transport, maintains strict food hygiene, and guarantees a flawless background setup that elevates your customer's complete dining experience.

Product Specifications & GN Sizing
Standardized gastronorm sizing ensures absolute compatibility with your commercial kitchen infrastructure, including universal oven racks, transport hot boxes, and buffet chafing dishes. Review the full package specifications below:
| Specification Parameter | Product Measurement Details |
|---|---|
| Gastronorm Sizing | GN 1/1 (Full Size Profile) |
| Exact Dimensions | 325mm x 527mm x 38mm (Shallow C50 Layout) |
| Material Grade | Premium, food-grade aluminium foil |
| Wholesale Pack Count | 50 foil container bases per commercial case |
| Thermal Compatibility | Oven-friendly, chiller-safe, and freezer-ready |
Key Structural Performance Features
- Shallow Catering Format: The optimized 38mm depth offers an expansive surface area ideal for traybakes, roasted meats, layered lasagnes, pasta bakes, and widespread buffet display dishes.
- Even Thermal Performance: High-grade aluminium drives heat uniformly across the entire base, ensuring fast baking times and safe, consistent core temperatures during food preparation.
- Efficient Stackable Design: Built with a reinforced rim profile to allow for safe, vertical stacking, saving valuable shelf space in busy holding environments and protecting against cross contamination.
Important Packaging Setup Details
Please note that this listing is for the foil bases only; lids are not included. This shallow container utilizes standard full gastronorm foil lids, which share identical length and width specifications with our deep trays to simplify your inventory management and ensure total food safety. Purchase your matching closure lids directly here: Buy Full Gastronorm Foil Lids (Pack of 50).
If your menu features deep-dish curries, heavy liquid gravies, or large-volume stews that require extra vertical wall protection, browse our corresponding deep alternative: Full Deep Gastronorm Aluminium Foil Containers (Pack of 50).
Build a Complete Foil Container Range
Maintain an uncompromising attention to detail by outfitting your food service setup with our diverse selection of wholesale container profiles:
- No.1 foil containers 95x120x35mm (Pack of 1000) – Small appetizers and sides.
- No.2 foil containers 115x140x40mm (Pack of 1000) – Standard mid-sized portions and takeaway meals.
- No.6A foil containers 105x195x50mm (Pack of 500) – Long-format takeaway profiles.
- Nicholl foil containers 6x8x2" (Pack of 900) – Versatile rectangular mains.
- Hippo 9" round foil containers (Pack of 400) – Traditional round presentation.
- No.12 round foil containers 7" (Pack of 400) – Smaller round entrees.
- 9x9x2" foil containers (Pack of 200) – Deeper square option for portion-controlled batch cooking.
To view our extensive range of industrial hospitality lines, browse our central Aluminium Foil Containers & Trays and Hot & Cold Food Packaging catalogs, or cross-reference alternative materials in our cardboard food containers and bagasse disposables selections.
Dependable Next Working Day UK Delivery
Protect your production line from stock shortfalls before a large corporate event or a catered special occasion. Trade orders processed prior to our standard daily 15:00 cut-off time (Monday through Friday) qualify for same-day dispatch and rapid next working day delivery right across the UK mainland, excluding weekends and national bank holidays.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size is this full shallow gastronorm foil container?
It measures 325mm x 527mm x 38mm and perfectly follows the standard global GN 1/1 (full size) shallow-format capacity dimensions.
Are these containers safe for commercial oven cooking and baking?
Yes. These food-grade aluminium foil containers are fully suitable for heavy oven use. If you choose to apply a matching full-sized foil lid during baking, please ensure you remove the lid before exposing the tray to direct vertical heat elements.
Can these shallow gastronorm trays be used safely in the freezer?
Yes. They are fully freezer-safe and cold-resistant, making them an excellent choice for commercial blast chilling, industrial food manufacturing, batch cooking, and chilled storage workflows.
Do lids come included with this pack of 50?
No. Lids are sold separately. These containers utilize the standard full gastronorm foil lid, which features universal length and width dimensions to fit both our shallow and deep GN 1/1 versions seamlessly.
Are aluminium foil containers recyclable?
Aluminium is infinitely and widely recyclable when clean. If the trays are heavily soiled with stubborn food oils or dense grease residue, please consult your localized commercial recycling guidelines for correct disposal procedures.