The 1-metre 6-tray hot holding cabinet is the most widely used warm-holding display in chicken fast-food restaurants. The 1M cabinet is the standard configuration for professional fried chicken kitchens: large enough to hold 2 to 3 batches in reserve, with double-side opening for smooth service on both sides of the counter, and an adjustable thermostat to adapt the temperature to each product type. It is compatible with all pressure fryers in our range and with most brands on the market.
How it works and specifications
The 1M cabinet keeps your products between 50 and 90°C continuously. Its 6 storage trays (3 upper, 3 lower) allow you to organise your production by product type or by batch time — freshest chicken on top, oldest at the bottom, for natural rotation and maximum freshness. The double-side opening allows the kitchen team to load the cabinet without disrupting front-of-house service.
- 6 storage trays: 3 upper + 3 lower levels. Optimal organisation by product type (thighs, fillets, wings, tenders) or by batch time. Each tray holds several kilos of product simultaneously.
- Double-side opening: the team can load from the rear (kitchen side) while service continues from the front (counter side). Maximum service flow during peak hours — no interruption, no heat loss.
- 50–90°C thermostat: adjustable by product type. Breaded chicken: 65–75°C recommended. Wings and tenders: 60–70°C. Precise control means no overheating and no premature drying.
- Low energy consumption: only 0.77 kW — one of the most energy-efficient units in the range. Running costs are minimal even for operations open 12+ hours per day.
- Food-grade AISI 304 stainless steel: body and trays in stainless steel, easy to clean, built for intensive daily professional use. HACCP-compliant surfaces throughout.
Who is this cabinet for?
- Standard chicken fast-food restaurants: you produce fried chicken continuously during service. The 1M cabinet lets you hold 2 to 3 batches in reserve so you never run out during a rush. It is the most common warm-holding solution for independent chicken restaurants across Europe.
- Snack bars and sandwich shops serving breaded chicken: fried chicken is one of several lines on your menu. The 1M is large enough for your production volumes without taking up unnecessary counter space.
- Moderate-volume dark kitchens: you prepare batches for delivery platforms. Between batches, your chicken stays at temperature in the 6 trays without any quality loss. The cabinet bridges the gap between frying and packaging without compromise.
- Restaurants buying their first holding cabinet: the 1M is the most versatile entry point in the range. If you are unsure about your future volume, it is the safest starting choice — capacity enough for most services, small enough footprint to fit any kitchen layout.
Warm-holding cabinet comparison
| Model | Width | Capacity | Double opening | LED lighting | Price excl. VAT |
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| 70cm 4-tier | 70 cm | 4 tiers | No | No | €1,290 |
| 1M 6-tray (this model) | 1 metre | 6 trays | Yes | No | €1,390 |
| 92cm LED | 92 cm | 3 levels | No | Yes | €1,390 |
| 1M20 LED | 1M20 | 3 levels | No | Yes | €1,990 |
| 1M50 + burger bin | 1M50 | 6 trays | Yes | No | €2,490 |
| Holding Cabinet | 610 mm | 6 trays 460×660 mm | Yes | No | €4,990 |
The 1M cabinet offers the best capacity/price/footprint ratio in the range. If you need a display cabinet with LED lighting to showcase your products visually to customers, look at the 92cm LED model at the same price. If you serve burgers alongside chicken, the 1M50 with integrated burger bin is the recommended upgrade.
This cabinet is available individually or in a bundle with a pressure fryer — contact us for bundle pricing. Professional delivery throughout France and Europe. Showroom visits available by appointment.
