A Guide to Cres Cor Holding Cabinets

Cres Cor Holding Cabinets

Cres Cor has provided solutions for catering and food delivery for decades with its collection of holding cabinets. Its catalog includes a wide variety, ranging from compact countertop warmers to large banquet carts. With so many options and models available, choosing the most suitable one for you can be a complicated process. Keep reading to learn about the common applications for each style of Cres Cor holding cabinet so you can narrow down your choices.

Cres Cor Banquet Cabinets

Cres Cor's line of banquet cabinets are mobile holding cabinets designed for transporting finished plates of food. These cabinets come standard with caster sets, recessed handles, and full perimeter bumpers to support smooth mobility without the risk of damaging walls or surrounding equipment, making them appealing options for catering operations. Banquet cabinets are available as one- or two-door models, and the capacity of each is measured by the number of covered plates able to be stored at one time; the largest models are able to accommodate as many as (150) 13-inch-diameter plates. These cabinets are all fully insulated to keep meals held at a safe, appetizing temperature until each guest has been served.

Cres Cor Banquet Cart



Cres Cor Half-Size Insulated Hot Cabinets

Cres Cor Half Size Insulated Hot Cabinet

If you need heated storage in a compact space, Cres Cor's half-size holding cabinets are an optimal choice. These cabinets are available as undercounter or countertop models – often integrated into serving lines or front-of-house holding areas – and are an alternative to warmer drawers in buffet settings or cafeteria lines. While many models feature casters, some are stationary, and certain models are stackable for building larger heated storage areas. Radiant heat and convection models are both available, and some models include humidity controls for precise control over holding conditions. Operators looking for slightly more storage space may consider a 3/4-size holding cabinet, featuring a low center of gravity to prevent tipping during transport.



Cres Cor Full-Size Hot Cabinets

Many commercial kitchens rely on Cres Cor's full-size cabinets – available in insulated or non-insulated models – to keep food hot, often in back-of-house applications. While these units aren't as specialized for catering as banquet cabinets, they typically feature caster sets for convenient mobility. These insulated holding cabinets are designed to accommodate trays of food rather than individual plates. The most spacious models can hold 12 sets of universal angles, so they can accommodate roasting and baking pans, sheet pans, service trays, and steam table pans. All insulated cabinets come standard with 11/2 to 2 inches of insulation and coved corners for easy cleaning. Some models include anti-microbial latches and the option to choose a red or stainless steel door. Reach-in and pass-thru configurations are available.

Cres Cor Full Size Insulated Hot Cabinet

Cres Cor Super Duty Transport

Cres Cor Super Duty Transport Cabinet

Cres Cor's Super Duty series includes full-size heated and refrigerated cabinets built to withstand the most rugged applications. These models feature ergonomic grips, composite side impact panel protection, lockable bold door latches, and full perimeter bumpers to keep contents safe during rough transport. Operators can accurately monitor the conditions inside the cabinet with digital LED controls, while a dry erase panel enables clear, visible labelling.

Operator Tip

Certain Cres Cor full-size holding cabinets feature a roll-in rack, perfect for loading pre-packaged meals from prep areas into the heated cabinet.

Cres Cor HotCubes

An innovative alternative to the classic banquet cart, Cres Cor's HotCube™ series enables outdoor holding without the use of cords. These models can set up anywhere without the need for proximity to an outlet or other external power source – perfect for catering or outdoor events. Each HotCube is made for durability with stainless steel and aluminum construction, and each model features extruded aluminum pan slides to accommodate 11 full-size food pans. The HotCube3™ and HotCube1™ are both built for hot holding, with the HotCube3 being ENERGY STAR-certified and capable of running on solar energy. For hot or cold storage, look to the Fire-N-Ice Cube™, which is powered by either canned fuel or dry ice.

Cres Cor HotCube3



Cres Cor Pizza and Merchandising

Cres Cor Pizza Merchandising Cabinet

For operations wishing to display finished pizzas and similar products for customers to purchase, Cres Cor offers a line of pizza holding cabinets and merchandising hot cabinets. These models feature interior wire shelves for holding pizza boxes and a glass panel front to display products for customers. Some models are available as pass-thru units, enabling employees to load items from the rear and customers to select items from the front. Half-size models are perfect for countertop installation, while full-size models can hold large amounts of pizzas at once for busy, high-volume establishments.

Other Options and Accessories

Cres Cor has some options for personalizing your holding cabinets. In addition to models in differing sizes and configurations, some models have the choice of a solid aluminum door or a Lexan polycarbonate door for easy visibility. Additionally, many holding cabinet models can be personalized with custom graphics or powder coating, enabling operators to coordinate equipment with an establishment's color palate or branding. If you're willing to wait additional time for fulfillment of your custom order, personalization can draw significant attention to your brand or event.