What sizes do Bain Marie Pots come in?

They run from a small 1.25 quart up to a 12 quart pot, so the Bain Marie Pots here fit single sauces through big-batch gravies, mostly from Omcan. All of them are stainless steel.

Which Bain Marie Pots fit a standard steam table well?

The tall, narrow shape is built for it. Most kitchens drop the 4 to 8 quart Bain Marie Pots into a well and keep the 12 quart for high volume. Match the size to your Steam Table Pans opening.

Do the Bain Marie Pots include a cover?

No, covers sell separately here. The Winco and house-brand Bain Marie Pots each have a matching lid sold on its own, so add the size you need to keep sauces from skinning over.

How do Bain Marie Pots differ from a sauce pan for holding?

A sauce pan is made to cook over direct heat, while Bain Marie Pots are made to hold finished food warm in a water bath. Cook in your Sauce Pans, then transfer to a bain marie for service.

Why use Bain Marie Pots instead of leaving sauce on the burner?

Direct heat scorches and over-reduces a sauce across a long service. Bain Marie Pots sit in gentle water heat that holds a steady temperature for hours, which keeps gravies and custards smooth.

Should I buy several small Bain Marie Pots or one large one?

Go with several smaller sizes if you hold different sauces at once, since one big pot mixes you up. A range of Bain Marie Pots also lets you swap an empty for a full one mid-rush without stopping.

Are Bain Marie Pots only for sauces and gravies?

No, far from it. Soups, melted butter, and hot fillings all hold well in Bain Marie Pots, so pair them with the right Ladles for clean portioning during service.