Carlisle 16" x 12" Cafe Trays

The Carlisle Cafe® Fast Food Cafeteria Tray 12" x 16" is a practical, budget-friendly solution for cafeterias, quick-service restaurants, food courts, and other high-traffic foodservice establishments. Designed to promote self-bussing, this cafeteria tray helps encourage customers to return their trays after dining, supporting efficient front-of-house operations. Its lightweight, shatter-resistant polypropylene (PP) construction is designed to withstand the demands of busy foodservice environments while keeping replacement costs manageable. For restaurants and institutions that need affordable serving trays for frequent daily use, the Carlisle Cafe® tray offers a functional, cost-conscious option. Its rectangular design provides a convenient surface for carrying meals and beverages through cafeteria and fast-food service areas.

Featuring a basket weave patterned surface, the Carlisle 16" x 12" cafeteria tray adds grip to help reduce slipping and spills during food transport. Its durable plastic construction supports repeated use, while the lightweight design makes handling convenient for customers and staff. The tray measures 16.31 inches long, 12.06 inches wide, and 0.70 inches high, with a bottom measuring 14.5 inches long by 10.25 inches wide. Its polypropylene material has a specified temperature range of -40°F to 180°F. Businesses looking to personalize their foodservice supplies can also take advantage of available logo and graphic hot stamping for branding. NSF Listed as NCT1216, this Carlisle Cafe® Fast Food Cafeteria Tray combines affordability, practical handling, and customization options for everyday commercial foodservice operations.

Key Features

• Self-bussing support: Promotes tray returns to help reduce front-of-house labor.
• Affordable design: Low replacement cost suits high-traffic restaurants and establishments.
• Lightweight, shatter-resistant construction: Polypropylene plastic is designed for busy foodservice environments.
• Basket weave texture: Adds grip and helps reduce slipping and spills.
• Customization available: Logo and graphic hot stamping options support branding and personalization.
• NSF Listed: Listed as NCT1216, with a specified temperature range of -40°F to 180°F.

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