A bain marie is an essential piece of hospitality equipment for keeping food warm, safe, and ready to serve. Perfect for restaurants, cafes, buffets, and catering businesses, bain maries use gentle heat to maintain consistent serving temperatures without drying or burning food. From countertop models to large freestanding units, they are a reliable solution for hot food holding and display.
Why Choose a Bain Marie for Your Kitchen?
Bain maries are designed to hold soups, curries, sauces, pasta, vegetables, and a wide variety of hot menu items at safe serving temperatures. They not only keep food warm but also improve presentation, making them ideal for front-of-house service, buffets, and catering lines.
Popular Bain Marie Options
Countertop Bain Maries – Compact and perfect for cafes, takeaway shops, and small kitchens
Freestanding Bain Maries – Larger capacity for restaurants, buffets, and hotels
Heated Bain Maries – Electric-powered for consistent temperature control
Wet Heat Bain Maries – Ideal for soups, sauces, and delicate foods that need gentle heating
Dry Heat Bain Maries – Faster heat-up times, great for sturdier foods like roasts and fried items
Shop Bain Maries with Finco Hospitality
At Finco Hospitality, we stock a wide range of commercial bain maries from trusted brands, built to withstand the demands of professional kitchens. With competitive pricing, flexible finance options, and free metro delivery, we make it easy to equip your business with the right hot holding solution.
FAQs
Q: What’s the difference between wet and dry heat bain maries? Wet heat uses water to create gentle, even heating, while dry heat provides quicker heating without water.
Q: Can bain maries be used for front-of-house display? Yes. Many models are designed with clear covers and attractive finishes for customer-facing food displays.
Q: Do bain maries come in different sizes? Absolutely. They are available in compact countertop models through to large freestanding units for high-volume service.
