Food Storage Containers
Food storage containers are stackable boxes used for portioned, prepped or leftover food storage in fridges, freezers and dry stores across pubs, cafes, hotels and care homes. Available in polypropylene and polycarbonate, they range from small individual pots to larger GN-compatible sizes, and the main buying consideration is choosing a container that stacks securely, seals well, and suits the temperature range it’ll be used at — some plastics become brittle at freezer temperatures while others hold up better. Clear bodies help kitchen staff identify contents quickly during busy service, reducing waste from forgotten stock.
Key specifications
Food storage containers are specified by capacity, material and seal. Sizes span small sub-1-litre pots for sauces, garnishes and portioned prep, through 1–20 litre boxes for batch ingredients, up to the largest GN-compatible and round bulk containers well over 30 litres. Polypropylene suits everyday fridge, freezer and dry-store use and stays tougher at low temperatures, while polycarbonate gives the clarity that lets staff read contents at a glance during service. Look for lids that seal securely and bodies that stack squarely without sliding, since square and GN-footprint shapes use fridge and shelf space far better than mismatched tubs. Graduation marks and colour-coded lids help with stock rotation and allergen separation. Used across pubs, cafés, hotels, restaurants and care home kitchens.
Food Storage Containers — FAQs
What size container do I need for daily food prep?
Smaller containers (under 1 litre) suit individual portions and sauces, while larger GN-compatible sizes suit batch-prepped ingredients that need to move between fridge, prep bench and service.
Can these containers go in the freezer?
Polypropylene containers generally handle freezer temperatures well without becoming brittle, while some polycarbonate options are better suited to fridge and ambient use — check the manufacturer’s temperature rating.
Do stackable containers actually save fridge space?
Yes — containers designed to stack securely without sliding make far better use of vertical fridge space than mismatched tubs, which matters most in smaller commercial fridges.