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GN Pans & Lids
Durable GN pans and lids in all standard sizes, perfect for commercial kitchens, food displays, prep stations and bain maries. Designed for daily use in hospitality.
Caterware supplies a complete range of GN pans and lids designed to meet the demands of commercial kitchens, food preparation areas, bain maries and refrigerated displays. Available in all standard gastronorm sizes, these pans offer reliable performance for cafés, restaurants, catering services and hospitality venues that require consistent food storage, transport and presentation.
Our collection includes stainless steel GN pans, polycarbonate GN pans and polypropylene GN containers, giving you options suited to both hot and cold applications. Stainless steel GN pans are ideal for cooking, heating and bain maries, while clear polycarbonate pans are perfect for chilled food, salad bars and front-of-house displays. All pans and lids are made to commercial-grade standards, ensuring durability, hygiene and easy cleaning.
Whether you need a gastronorm tray with lid, a deep GN container for bulk storage or a full range of matching lids for your existing pans, Caterware offers high-quality options compatible with Australian hospitality equipment. Designed for efficiency and organisation, these pans help streamline service, protect food quality and support fast, safe handling in busy operations.
FAQs – GN Pans & Lids
What are GN pans used for?
GN pans are used for food storage, preparation, cooking, display and serving. They are commonly used in bain maries, salad bars, prep stations, fridges and commercial kitchens.
What sizes do GN pans and lids come in?
They come in standard gastronorm sizes including 1/1, 1/2, 1/3, 1/4, 1/6 and 1/9. Each size is available in various depths to suit different applications.
What is the difference between stainless steel and polycarbonate GN pans?
Stainless steel pans are heat-resistant and ideal for cooking and hot holding. Polycarbonate pans are clear, impact-resistant and perfect for cold storage, chilled displays and salad bars.
Are GN pans compatible with Australian equipment?
Yes. All GN pans supplied by Caterware comply with Australian gastronorm sizing standards and fit standard bain maries, shelving and hospitality equipment.
Can I use GN pans in ovens or bain maries?
Stainless steel GN pans can be safely used in ovens, steamers and bain maries. Polycarbonate and polypropylene GN pans are suitable only for chilled or ambient use.
Are GN lids included with the pans?
Lids are sold separately unless stated otherwise. You can match any GN pan size with its corresponding lid for proper sealing and food protection.

