The Serv-Ware EST4-1 Electric Steam Table
The Serv-Ware EST4-1 lines up four open hot food wells across nearly five feet of stainless steel, enough capacity to serve a full spread of entrees and sides from one station. Banquet halls, buffet restaurants, and caterers working rented venues favor this format because it runs on a standard supply, and its locking plug will not shake loose when the table gets bumped in the middle of service.
Independent Infinite Well Controls
Four dials on the front apron give every well its own temperature. A carving station setup might run gravy in one bay, two vegetables in the middle, and a starch on the end, each held at the setting that keeps it at its best. The infinite controls turn through a continuous range, which matters late in service when a half-empty pan needs a touch less heat than a full one to avoid drying out the edges.
Holding Pre-Cooked Food the Right Way
The EST4-1 is a holding table, and that division of labor pays off during events. Your kitchen finishes dishes on its own schedule, wells stand ready at temperature, and finished pans move straight from the oven to the line. Guests see full, steaming pans through the whole event because empty wells accept replacement pans instantly, with no recovery period and nothing to reset.
One Table, Many Venues
Catering work rewards equipment that travels well. The all-stainless build takes loading dock knocks without showing them, and setup amounts to positioning the table and plugging it in. Crews that strike a buffet at eleven and load in the next one at noon appreciate gear with nothing fragile and nothing complicated about it.
Optional Upgrades
A Double Sneeze Guard (SG4-2) or Sanitary Guard (SG4-1) shields the wells where guests serve themselves. Cutting Board Kits (CBK-4) run the length of the front rail for carving and plating, and a caster kit (3B-0050-B-HFT) makes the table easy to stage in a ballroom and lock into position before doors open.
About Serv-Ware
Serv-Ware manufactures commercial refrigeration, cooking equipment, prep stations, sinks, shelving, and other back-of-house essentials for foodservice operations. The brand is known for offering a broad equipment portfolio that supports independent restaurants, chains, bakeries, convenience stores, and institutional kitchens. Serv-Ware focuses on practical designs that address everyday operational needs, with product lines that include reach-in refrigeration, prep tables, griddles, fryers, ranges, and ice machines. Its equipment is designed for common kitchen workflows where space, temperature control, and daily production demands matter. Serv-Ware’s reputation is built around dependable performance, straightforward operation, and a value-oriented price point.
Features & Benefits
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Four stainless heating elements deliver steady, even warmth to every bay
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Each open well takes a standard size food pan, letting the line switch menu items without downtime (pans sold separately)
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Removable cutting board lifts out for cleaning and gives staff a plating ledge along the front
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Lower 430 series stainless steel shelf holds backup pans and lids where servers can grab them
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201 series stainless steel legs end in adjustable feet for leveling on uneven kitchen floors
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Four stainless heating elements deliver steady, even warmth to every bay
Each open well takes a standard size food pan, letting the line switch menu items without downtime (pans sold separately)
Removable cutting board lifts out for cleaning and gives staff a plating ledge along the front
Lower 430 series stainless steel shelf holds backup pans and lids where servers can grab them
201 series stainless steel legs end in adjustable feet for leveling on uneven kitchen floors
The Serv-Ware EST4-1 Electric Steam Table
The Serv-Ware EST4-1 lines up four open hot food wells across nearly five feet of stainless steel, enough capacity to serve a full spread of entrees and sides from one station. Banquet halls, buffet restaurants, and caterers working rented venues favor this format because it runs on a standard supply, and its locking plug will not shake loose when the table gets bumped in the middle of service.
Independent Infinite Well Controls
Four dials on the front apron give every well its own temperature. A carving station setup might run gravy in one bay, two vegetables in the middle, and a starch on the end, each held at the setting that keeps it at its best. The infinite controls turn through a continuous range, which matters late in service when a half-empty pan needs a touch less heat than a full one to avoid drying out the edges.
Holding Pre-Cooked Food the Right Way
The EST4-1 is a holding table, and that division of labor pays off during events. Your kitchen finishes dishes on its own schedule, wells stand ready at temperature, and finished pans move straight from the oven to the line. Guests see full, steaming pans through the whole event because empty wells accept replacement pans instantly, with no recovery period and nothing to reset.
One Table, Many Venues
Catering work rewards equipment that travels well. The all-stainless build takes loading dock knocks without showing them, and setup amounts to positioning the table and plugging it in. Crews that strike a buffet at eleven and load in the next one at noon appreciate gear with nothing fragile and nothing complicated about it.
Optional Upgrades
A Double Sneeze Guard (SG4-2) or Sanitary Guard (SG4-1) shields the wells where guests serve themselves. Cutting Board Kits (CBK-4) run the length of the front rail for carving and plating, and a caster kit (3B-0050-B-HFT) makes the table easy to stage in a ballroom and lock into position before doors open.
About Serv-Ware
Serv-Ware manufactures commercial refrigeration, cooking equipment, prep stations, sinks, shelving, and other back-of-house essentials for foodservice operations. The brand is known for offering a broad equipment portfolio that supports independent restaurants, chains, bakeries, convenience stores, and institutional kitchens. Serv-Ware focuses on practical designs that address everyday operational needs, with product lines that include reach-in refrigeration, prep tables, griddles, fryers, ranges, and ice machines. Its equipment is designed for common kitchen workflows where space, temperature control, and daily production demands matter. Serv-Ware’s reputation is built around dependable performance, straightforward operation, and a value-oriented price point.
Features & Benefits
-
Four stainless heating elements deliver steady, even warmth to every bay
-
Each open well takes a standard size food pan, letting the line switch menu items without downtime (pans sold separately)
-
Removable cutting board lifts out for cleaning and gives staff a plating ledge along the front
-
Lower 430 series stainless steel shelf holds backup pans and lids where servers can grab them
-
201 series stainless steel legs end in adjustable feet for leveling on uneven kitchen floors
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Specifications
| Number of Wells | 4 |
| Overall Dimensions | 58.2" W x 29.5" D x 33.5" H |
| Temperature Range | 120°F to 200°F |
| Voltage | 115 V |
| Amps | 17 A |
| Wattage | 2000 W |
| Frequency | 60 Hz |
| Phase | 1 |
| Plug Type | NEMA L5-30 |
| Cord Length | 6 ft. |
| Construction | Stainless Steel |
| Shipping Weight | 131 lbs. |
Manufacturer's Warranty
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3 Month
Labor
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1 Year
Parts
Certifications & Approvals
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ETL US & Canada
Four stainless heating elements deliver steady, even warmth to every bay