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Commercial chest freezers for restaurant and foodservice bulk frozen storage

Chest Freezers

Commercial chest freezers are built for bulk frozen storage. They work in restaurants, delis, catering, and convenience stores. The lid opens from the top. That keeps cold air in when you open it. Chest freezers hold temperature better than uprights. They run at or below zero, day after day. Go big if you need volume. Go small if you need backup storage.

You can get chest freezers in different sizes and setups. Glass top models let you see what's inside without opening the lid. Good for self-serve or retail. Solid lids work better in the back where you just need storage. Stainless steel is common if you want something tough and easy to clean.

Capacity is the most important factor when choosing a commercial chest freezer. Models in the 20 to 30 cu ft range cover most foodservice storage needs, while larger units are available for operations that go through significant quantities of frozen product. Choose based on your available floor space, how much frozen product you need to hold, and whether the unit will be used for back-of-house storage or front-of-house display.

  • Omcan FR-CN-0142 30 In. Chest Freezer, 4.9 Cu. Ft., R600 Refrigerant, Embossed Aluminum Interior

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  • Maxx Cold MXSH3.4SHC Select Series Compact Chest Freezer with Solid Top, 22.8"W, 3.4 cu. ft. Storage Capacity, Locking Lid, White

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  • Omcan FR-CN-0192 37 In. Chest Freezer, 6.7 Cu. Ft., R600a Refrigerant, Precoated Steel Interior

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    The Omcan FR-CN-0192 is a 37-inch wide chest freezer with 6.7 cubic feet of frozen storage, sized for convenience stores, small restaurants, and ba...

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  • Maxx Cold MXSH5.2SHC Select Series Compact Chest Freezer with Solid Top, 30.4"W, 5.2 cu. ft. Storage Capacity, Locking Lid, White

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  • Atosa MWF9007 7 Cu. Ft. Solid Top Chest Freezer

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    This Atosa glass lid curved top freezers is uniquely designed for perfect storage of ice cream and all types of frozen merchandise and seasonal spe...

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  • Omcan FR-CN-0282 44 In. Chest Freezer, Solid Flat Top, 10 Cu. Ft., R600, Hinged Lid

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  • Coldline CF30 30" Commercial Chest Freezer, 5.0 cu. ft.

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  • Maxx Cold MXSH7.0SHC Select Series Compact Chest Freezer with Solid Top, 37.8"W, 7 cu. ft. Storage Capacity, Locking Lid, White

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  • Atosa MWF9010GR 40.5" 1 Door Solid Top Chest Freezer, 9.6 Cu. Ft.

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    Optional Accessories: Extra Baskets – MWF9007 - basket part#: MWFP919 MWF9010 - basket part#: MWFP920 MWF9016 - basket part#: MWFP920

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  • Coldline CF44 44" Commercial Chest Freezer, 10 cu. ft.

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  • Maxx Cold MXSH9.6SHC Select Series Chest Freezer with Solid Top, 40.6"W, 9.6 cu. ft. Storage Capacity, Locking Lid, in White

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  • Maxx Cold MXSH12.7SHC Select Series Chest Freezer with Solid Top, 50"W, 12.7 cu. ft. Storage Capacity, Locking Lid, in White

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  • Omcan FR-CN-0445 60 In. Chest Freezer, Solid Flat Top, 15.3 Cu. Ft., Hinged Lid with Lock

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  • Maxx Cold MXF25CHC-2 X-Series Curved Glass Top Mobile Ice Cream Display Freezer, 24.6"W, 3.81 cu. ft. Storage Capacity, in White

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  • Maxx Cold MXF32CHC-3 X-Series Curved Glass Top Mobile Ice Cream Display Freezer, 31.5"W, 4.87 cu. ft. Storage Capacity, in White

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  • Atosa MWF9016GR 60.3" 1 Door Solid Top Chest Freezer, 15.9 Cu. Ft.

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  • Omcan FR-CN-0600 76 In. Chest Freezer with Solid Flat Top, 20 Cu. Ft., R290, Manual Defrost, Hinged Lid

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  • Coldline CF60 60" Commercial Chest Freezer, 15.0 cu. ft.

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  • Atosa MMF9110 35" 2 Door Angle Curved Glass Top Chest Freezer, 9.6 Cu. Ft.

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  • Maxx Cold MXF40CHC-4 X-Series Curved Glass Top Mobile Ice Cream Display Freezer, 39.4"W, 6.71 cu. ft. Storage Capacity, in White

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  • Maxx Cold MXF48CHC-5 X-Series Curved Glass Top Mobile Ice Cream Display Freezer, 47.4"W, 8.62 cu. ft. Storage Capacity, in White

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  • Atosa MMF9113 50.13" 2 Door Angle Curved Glass Top Chest Freezer, 12.5 Cu. Ft.

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  • Maxx Cold MXSH15.9SHC Select Series Chest Freezer with Solid Top, 60.2"W, 15.9 cu. ft. Storage Capacity, Locking Lid, in White

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  • Coldline CF76 76" Commercial Chest Freezer, 22.5 cu. ft.

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Common Types and Configurations

  • Solid Lid Chest Freezer: The standard configuration for back-of-house frozen storage. A solid insulated lid provides excellent temperature retention and energy efficiency. Best for kitchens and storage areas where display is not needed.
  • Commercial Chest Freezer Glass Top: Features a glass lid that allows customers or staff to see stored product without opening the unit. Common in convenience stores, delis, and retail foodservice settings where frozen items are displayed for self-serve access.
  • Commercial Display Chest Freezer: Designed for front-of-house use with a glass lid and interior lighting to showcase frozen products. Used in retail foodservice, grab-and-go stations, and convenience store environments.
  • Large Commercial Chest Freezer: High-capacity units for operations that need to store significant quantities of frozen product. Available in sizes up to and beyond 30 cu ft for high-volume foodservice and catering use.
  • Compact Commercial Chest Freezer: Smaller units for secondary storage areas, food trucks, or operations with limited floor space that still need reliable below-zero frozen storage.

What to Look at Before You Buy

  • Capacity: Pick a size that fits what you actually store. 20 to 30 cubic feet covers most kitchens. If you use a lot, get a bigger unit or more than one.
  • Lid Type: Solid lids insulate better. Use them in the back. Glass tops are for display or self-serve.
  • Interior Organization: Get baskets or dividers if you want to keep things sorted. Chest freezers get messy fast without them.
  • Temperature Range: Make sure it holds 0°F or below, even when full. If it sits in a hot room, check the ambient rating.
  • Footprint and Placement: Chest freezers use more floor space than uprights. Measure first. Make sure the lid can open all the way.
  • Energy Efficiency: Chest freezers waste less cold air than uprights. Good insulation keeps your costs down.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a commercial chest freezer?

A commercial chest freezer opens from the top. It holds bulk frozen product for restaurants, delis, and stores. The top lid keeps cold air in. That makes it more efficient than an upright. Use one if you need to keep a lot of product frozen at 0°F or below.

What size commercial chest freezer do I need?

Figure out how much you need to store and how often you restock. Most kitchens use 20 to 30 cubic feet. If you move a lot of frozen product, get a bigger unit or more than one. Measure your space. Chest freezers need more floor area than uprights. Make sure the lid can open all the way.

What is the difference between a chest freezer and an upright freezer?

Chest freezers open from the top. You get one big compartment. Uprights open from the front and have shelves. Chest freezers hold cold better. Uprights are easier to organize and use less floor space, but they lose cold air faster when you open the door.

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