ILVE Professional Plus 60 cm Stainless Steel Heating Drawer

A heating drawer keeps prepared dishes and serving plates at serving temperature without overcooking or drying. It uses a concealed electric element beneath the drawer floor to generate gentle, even heat. A thermostat cycles the element on and off to hold the chosen temperature, while the enclosed space traps warmth and prevents draughts that could cool the contents. This method is quieter and more compact than a warming cabinet, and it frees the worktop for other tasks.

The operator slides the drawer open, loads plates or covered dishes, and sets the temperature between 40 °C and 80 °C. Once the drawer is closed, the element begins heating to the selected level. A pilot light or indicator confirms the drawer is active. When the meal is ready to serve, the drawer is opened and the contents removed without reheating or restacking.

The unit is built entirely of stainless steel for hygiene and durability. The exterior is a single 60 cm-wide module that matches ILVE's Professional Plus Ultracombi oven, while the interior measures 41 cm across, 50 cm deep and 12 cm high, providing 25 L of usable space.

A rotary knob or digital control on the front panel sets the temperature within the 40-80 °C range. The 400 kW power rating indicates the load the drawer places on the electrical circuit, so it must be connected to a dedicated spur or a suitably rated commercial ring.

The 25 L volume allows the drawer to hold multiple serving plates or several covered gastronorm pans. The low height of 12 cm accommodates standard dinner plates and shallow trays without stacking, while the 60 cm width fits neatly beneath a standard worktop or oven.

Cleaning is limited to wiping the stainless-steel interior and exterior with a damp cloth and mild detergent. The element is sealed beneath the drawer floor and requires no maintenance.

This model is designed as an accessory for the ILVE Professional Plus Ultracombi oven and shares its styling and dimensions.

The drawer is catalogued under warming and holding equipment in the professional cooking suite.