Gastronorm Pan Size Guide (GN Sizes)

Gastronorm Pan Size Guide (GN Sizes)
What is a Gastronorm Pan?

Gastronorm (GN) pans are standardized food containers widely used in professional kitchens for food preparation, storage, cooking, transportation, and serving.

The term GN stands for Gastronorm, an international sizing standard that ensures compatibility between equipment from different manufacturers.

What is the Gastronorm Standard?

The Gastronorm standard was developed in Europe to create universal dimensions for professional kitchen equipment.

The base size is:

GN 1/1 = 530 × 325 mm

All other GN sizes are proportional divisions of this standard.

Common Gastronorm Pan Sizes
GN Size Dimensions (mm) Typical Use
GN 2/1 650 × 530 Large-scale food production
GN 1/1 530 × 325 Main dishes, buffet service
GN 2/3 354 × 325 Buffets and food displays
GN 1/2 325 × 265 Side dishes and salads
GN 1/3 325 × 176 Sauces and garnishes
GN 1/4 265 × 162 Small food portions
GN 1/6 176 × 162 Condiments and toppings
GN 1/9 108 × 176 Pizza toppings and ingredients
Available Depths

Each GN size is available in several depths, including:

20 mm
40 mm
65 mm
100 mm
150 mm
200 mm

Greater depth provides higher storage capacity while maintaining the same footprint.

Where Are Different GN Sizes Used?
Restaurants

GN 1/1 and GN 1/2 pans are commonly used for food preparation and service.

Hotels

Buffet lines frequently use GN 2/3, GN 1/2, and GN 1/3 containers.

Cafés

Preparation counters often utilize GN 1/3, GN 1/4, and GN 1/6 pans.

Fast Food Restaurants

Pizza and sandwich preparation stations typically use GN 1/6 and GN 1/9 pans for toppings and ingredients.

Stainless Steel or Polycarbonate?
Stainless Steel GN Pans

Advantages:

Highly durable
Heat resistant
Oven safe
Long service life
Polycarbonate GN Pans

Advantages:

Lightweight
Transparent for easy identification
Ideal for cold storage
Food-safe material
Why Use GN Pan Lids?

Using compatible lids offers several benefits:

Maintains food freshness
Improves hygiene
Simplifies transportation
Reduces food waste
Choosing the Right Gastronorm Pan

When selecting a GN pan, consider:

Equipment compatibility
Correct GN size
Appropriate depth
Material selection
Lid compatibility
Food safety standards
Ease of cleaning
Conclusion

Choosing the right Gastronorm pan improves efficiency, organization, and food safety in any professional kitchen. Selecting the proper size, depth, and material ensures smoother kitchen operations and better food preservation.

At Horeca Market, we offer a comprehensive range of stainless steel and polycarbonate GN pans, lids, and professional kitchen equipment. Our team is ready to help you choose the ideal solution for your restaurant, hotel, café, or catering business.