Gastronorm 2/4 Pans
A Gastronorm 2/4 pan measures 265x324mm, a specialist oversized fraction offering more capacity than a 1/2 pan without stepping up to the wider 2/3 or 2/1 sizes. It’s mainly found in hotel and banqueting kitchens running bespoke bain marie or cabinet configurations rather than standard high-street setups. As with other larger GN pans, stainless steel is the typical material for durability under load when full.
Key specifications
The Gastronorm 2/4 is a specialist oversized fraction measuring 265 × 324mm — effectively two 1/4 pans in one — giving more capacity than a 1/2 without the width of a 2/3 or 2/1. Depths follow the standard 20/40/65/100/150/200mm range, matched to how much the pan needs to hold. Stainless steel is the usual choice at this size for durability under load, with polycarbonate available for cold use. This is one of the less universally stocked GN sizes, so equipment compatibility is the essential check — confirm your bain marie, counter or cabinet has a matching 2/4 bay before committing, as it is chosen for bespoke configurations rather than standard high-street setups. Matching lids cover contents for holding and transport. Used across hotel and banqueting kitchens and bespoke catering fit-outs.
Gastronorm 2/4 Pans — FAQs
Will my existing equipment take a 2/4 pan?
Check carefully — 2/4 is one of the less universally stocked sizes, so confirm your bain marie or fridge has a matching bay before committing to this format.
What’s this pan typically used for?
Bulk sauces, stews or vegetable dishes in larger hotel or banqueting operations where a 1/2 pan doesn’t hold enough for service volume.