Insulated Boxes: They are rotational moulded with food-grade polyethylene. We then use premium insulation on ALL SIDES, TOP and BOTTOM of the box, including the DOOR. 4cm insulation for the sides and back; 5cm insulation top and bottom; 3.5 cm insulation in the door.

Trays: 304 stainless steel food-grade

Boards: Sustainable bamboo. Finished with a food-grade oil.

Our products are designed in Australia, mostly in partnership with our excellent product designers: Shape Labs.

The Junior Sous can maintain temperatures for up to 4 hours plus. The exact time however, will depend on how much food you put in the box. Larger cuts of meat and more dense food - picture large pieces of slow-cooked roasts, curries, bakes, lasagnes - will keep very hot for 3-4 hours. The more space in the box, the quicker the temperature will drop - however even for smaller meals, expect it to hold nicely for an hour or two. If wanting to maintain food at a cold temperature, with the use some ice bricks, the food will stay fresh for 2-4 hours. Again, this depends on the amount of food and how full the box is - salads, cheese and cold cuts, fruit, desserts will stay fresh for hours.

Unlike traditional coolers that open at the top, the Junior Sous is purpose-built for food and offers front-loading access, integrated rails to keep trays and platters secure and professional-grade all-round insulation designed specifically for temperature control, not just ice. The modular, nesting design also allows for securely stacking multiple boxes on top, and also offers an instant prep or serving station on top.

Absolutely! We have designed the Junior Sous for maximum versatility. It excels at BBQs, picnics, camping trips, potlucks, beach days, [tailgating], and any situation where you want to serve perfect food away from your kitchen. Protects food from the elements - wind, rain, dust, insects - securely transports and supports temperature control.

There is no electricity required. Our boxes are fully insulated so once hot food goes in the insulation will help retain the heat. The portion size of your food will play a factor into how long it will stay hot for. You can also pre-heat the box to further support the temperature control.

For best results, we recommend using separate Junior Sous units for hot and cold foods. However, with proper packaging (like insulated containers), you can transport different temperature items within the same box.

While not required, particularly for large and dense serves of food, pre-heating or pre-chilling the Junior Sous for 15 minutes before loading food will support the temperature retention, especially for longer transports.

The Junior Sous itself weighs 5.6kg empty. When fully loaded, weight will depend on your contents, but the modular design and inbuilt handles make it comfortable to carry even when filled.

Yes! The Junior Sous is designed with enough height to accommodate stacked containers, making it perfect for transporting complete meals with multiple components.

Internally, the Junior Sous is 27cm wide and 34 cm deep, with three sets of rails. While our stainless steel trays fit perfectly, we have designed the internal space to be very versatile. And here’s a tip - our flat trays can also act as a shelf for smaller trays, platters or plates that don’t fit on the rails.

Absolutely. The Junior Sous was designed based on commercial catering principles but adapted for everyday use.

Yes, ice packs and bricks are perfect to support cold items. Place them strategically at the top and bottom of the box, or in the door pouch for best results.

Yes! The Junior Sous features food-grade materials that are easy to wipe down. The interior is designed to resist stains and odors, and the stainless steel tray is dishwasher safe.

The Junior Sous can safely transport raw meats when properly packaged and separated from ready-to-eat foods but include sufficient ice bricks to keep the temperature cold.

Of course. While we have designed the Junior Sous to perfectly fit our stainless steel trays, which are 1/2 size gastronorm trays and used commercially all over the world, we have also designed for versatility so a big range of platters and accessories will also fit. Options include either on the rails and / or sitting on the bottom of the box. And here’s a tip - our flat trays can also act as a shelf for smaller trays, platters or plates that don’t fit on the rails.

If storing after use give the box a spray and wipe with a food grade sanitiser inside and out and leave somewhere cool and dry with the door ajar. Clean trays can be left inside the box or packed away in the kitchen - they will come in handy!

From a fan forced oven, you can go straight into the box onto the rails. From a charcoal oven or BBQ, let the tray cool down for a minute or two. The stainless steel will cool down quickly. Don't place hot trays directly from the oven or BBQ onto the top of the box, or inside on the bottom.