Ingredient Bins & Bulk Storage

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Running out of mise en place mid-service is a problem your kitchen can't afford. Ingredient bins and bulk storage keep dry goods, garnishes and prepped produce accessible, correctly sealed and clearly labelled from the first cover to the last. Chefs Depot stocks over 117 products in this category, from compact countertop dispensers to large-format floor bins.

Brands like Cambro, Carlisle, Hygiplas and Simply Stainless are built for daily commercial punishment. Members save off RRP on the full range, and we'll ship your order Australia-wide so your team can restock without leaving the pass.

Ingredient Bins & Bulk Storage — Common Questions

What are ingredient bins and bulk storage units?+

Ingredient bins are purpose-built containers used in commercial kitchens to hold dry goods, grains, flour, sugar and similar bulk ingredients. They typically feature tight-fitting lids, smooth interior surfaces and a footprint sized to fit under benches or on shelving. Bulk storage goes a step further, covering larger floor-standing units, gastronorm containers and sealed pails designed to hold significant quantities between deliveries.

What types of ingredient storage does Chefs Depot stock?+

The range covers large-capacity floor bins from Simply Stainless, stackable gastronorm containers from Hygiplas, garnish and condiment centres from San Jamar, ingredient dispensers from Crown Industries, food-safe pails, Kilner preserve lids and labelling consumables from Cambro. Vogue and Matfer Bourgeat round out the range with additional storage options suited to both prep areas and front-of-house service stations.

Floor bin or countertop container — which suits my kitchen better?+

A large floor bin works best for high-volume dry goods you cycle through quickly, such as flour or rice, because you can scoop directly without lifting heavy bags. Countertop containers and gastronorm units are better for mise en place, garnishes and prepped ingredients that your team needs to reach fast during service. Many kitchens run both: a floor bin for bulk and smaller sealed containers at the station.

How do I choose the right size bin for my volume?+

Think about how often you take deliveries and how much of each ingredient you use between them. A busy bakery burning through flour daily will need a much larger capacity than a cafe topping up once a week. Most units in this range sit somewhere between around 20 litres and 120 litres. Buy slightly larger than your current need — it is easier to leave a bin half-full than to run short mid-prep.

Do these bins fit standard commercial shelving and under-bench spaces?+

Many models are designed with standard bench heights and cool-room shelving in mind. The Simply Stainless SS26.BIN, for example, is sized at 500 mm, which slots under most commercial benches. Gastronorm containers from Hygiplas follow standard GN dimensions, so they drop straight into bain-maries, cool drawers and existing shelving frames. Always check the product dimensions against your specific setup before ordering.

Can I use these containers in a cool room or freezer?+

Many of the polypropylene and food-grade plastic containers in this range are rated for refrigerated and frozen storage. Hygiplas Click PP gastronorm containers are a common choice for cool-room use. Check each product's listed temperature range before placing product into a freezer environment, as not all lids and clips are designed for the same conditions. When in doubt, the product page will state the suitable temperature range.

How do I keep bulk storage bins hygienic between uses?+

Empty the bin fully before cleaning rather than topping up over old stock. Wash interior surfaces with warm water and an approved food-safe detergent, then rinse thoroughly and allow to air-dry before refilling. Smooth-walled polypropylene and stainless steel surfaces resist odour absorption and are far easier to sanitise than textured finishes. Cambro labelling rolls help your team track fill dates so nothing sits longer than it should.

Are colour-coded clips and labels worth using in a busy kitchen?+

Colour coding is one of the simplest ways to prevent cross-contamination and misidentification during a fast service. Hygiplas Click containers come with seven colour clips, letting you assign a colour to each allergen group, protein type or day of the week. Cambro food storage labels add a written record. Together they reduce the chance of a team member grabbing the wrong container under pressure.

How does member pricing work at Chefs Depot?+

Members save off RRP across the full ingredient bins and bulk storage range. Signing up is straightforward, and the saving applies at checkout without needing a separate quote or approval process. For kitchens that restock regularly, the difference adds up quickly across a full order of bins, containers and labelling consumables.

What do ingredient bins and bulk storage cost?+

Pricing varies depending on material, capacity and brand. Compact gastronorm containers and label rolls sit at the lower end of the range, while large-format stainless steel floor bins represent a more significant outlay. Members save off RRP on everything in the category. Browse the full range above to compare options at your budget, and we'll ship your order Australia-wide.

Ingredient Bins & Bulk Storage

Cambro RFS22148 - Polyethylene Round Container 20.8L (Pack of 6)

Butchers Tubs MP10RED - 52L Food Grade Plastic Crate Red

KH TRUST® Commercial 18162 - Tote Box Food Grade & Lid Grey 708x434x272 53lt (3011)

KH TRUST® Commercial 18176 - Tote Box Food Grade & Lid White 708x434x272 53lt (3011)

Vogue GJ499 - Ingredient Bin 38Ltr

Simply Stainless SS26.BIN Ingredient Bin - 100 Litre Capacity - 500mm

Cambro RFS1148 - Polyethylene Round Container 0.9L (Pack of 12)

Cambro RFS12PP - Translucent Round Storage Container 11.4L

Cambro RFS1PP - Translucent Round Storage Container 0.9L

Cambro RFS2148 - Polyethylene Round Container 1.9L (Pack of 12)

KH TRUST® Commercial 18164 - Tote Box Food Grade & Lid White 708x434x384 75lt (3012)

Butchers Tubs MP7 - 32L Food Grade Plastic Crate (available in various colours)

Cambro RFS18PP - Translucent Round Storage Container 17.2L

Carlisle BIN2702 - White Ingredient Bin - 102L Capacity. Lid slide for easy access

KH TRUST® Commercial 18160 - Tote Box Food Grade & Lid White 708x434x272 53lt (3011)

Vogue GJ498 - Ingredient Bin 18Ltr

Cambro 18SFSPROCW - Camsquare FreshPro Storage Container 17.2L Clear

Cambro IBS20148 - Slant Top Ingredient Bins 81L

Jiwins JW-P-102C - Round Food Storage Container Polycarbonate 188x215mm / 4.0Lt

Butchers Tubs MP10BLU - 52L Food Grade Plastic Crate Blue

Butchers Tubs MP10YEL - 52L Food Grade Plastic Crate Yellow

Cambro 12SFSP148 - Polyethylene Container 11.4L (Pack of 6)

Cambro 6SFSFPDPP - Camsquare FreshPro Drain Shelves 5.7 & 7.7L Red

Cambro 8SFSPROCW - Camsquare FreshPro Storage Container 7.6L Clear

Cambro RFS18148 - Polyethylene Round Container 17.2L (Pack of 6)

Hygiplas FZ093 - Click PP 1/3 GN Container with Lid & 7 Colour Clips 150mm 5.3Ltr (Pack of 4)

Hygiplas FZ098 - Click PP 1/6 GN Container with Lid & 7 Colour Clips 150mm 2.2Ltr (Pack of 4)

KH Classik Chef® 97208 - Shelf Ingredient Bin 40LT

San Jamar BD4006S The Dome Garnish Centre

KH TRUST® Commercial 18166 - Tote Box Food Grade & Lid Grey 708x434x384 75lt (3012)

Butchers Tubs MP10GRE - 52L Food Grade Plastic Crate Green

Butchers Tubs MP15 - 68L Food Grade Plastic Crate (available in various colours)

Cambro 6SFSPROCW - Camsquare FreshPro Storage Container 5.7L Clear

Cambro RFS4148 - Polyethylene Round Container 3.8L (Pack of 12)

Cambro RFS6PP - Translucent Round Storage Container 5.7L

Crown Industries DD4 - Ingredient Dispenser

PTG0100 - Pizza Tray 100mm Deep

Sistema CH257 - Klip It Plus Rectangle Container - 2.2L (Pack of 3)

Cambro 18SFSP148 - Polyethylene Container 17.2L (Pack of 6)

Cambro 1SFSPROPP - Camsquare FreshPro Storage Container 1L Translucent

Cambro 8SFSP148 - Polyethylene Container 7.6L (Pack of 6)

Cambro Pizza Dough Proofing Box 76H x 660W x 460D

Cambro RFS12148 - Polyethylene Round Container 11.4L (Pack of 6)

KH Classik Chef® 37407 - Dough Box 600 X 400 X 75mm H

KH Classik Chef® 97203 - Ingredient Bin 102lt

KH Classik Chef® 97206 - Shelf Ingredient Bin 8LT

KH TRUST® Commercial 18186 - Tote Box Food Grade & Lid White 708x434x384 75lt (3012)

BRUTE FG263200GREY - Container without Lid 121.1L, Grey

Butchers Tubs MP10NAT- 52L Food Grade Plastic Crate Natural

Cambro 22SFSP148 - Polyethylene Container 20.8L (Pack of 6)

Cambro IBS27148 - Slant Top Ingredient Bins 102L / 27 Gal - White

Cambro RFS4PP - Translucent Round Storage Container 3.8L

Crown Industries DD2 - Ingredient Dispenser

San Jamar BD2002 The Mini Dome Garnish Centre

BRUTE FG262000WHT - Container without Lid 75.7L White

Cambro 4SFSP148 - Polyethylene Container 3.8L (Pack of 6)

KH Classik Chef 16430 - Tote Box Large - 32L

KH Classik Chef® 37410 - Dough Box 600 X 400 X 100mm H

KH Classik Chef® 97201 - Ingredient Bin 81lt

Butchers Tubs MP10BLA - 52L Food Grade Plastic Crate Black

Carlisle BIN3602 - White Ingredient Bin 136L

Cambro 2SFSPROCW - Camsquare FreshPro Storage Container 1.9L Clear

Cambro 4SFSPROCW - Camsquare FreshPro Storage Container 3.8L Clear

Cambro 6SFSP148 - Polyethylene Container 5.7L (Pack of 6)

Cambro RFS2PP - Translucent Round Storage Container 1.9L

KH Classik Chef 16415 - Tote Box Small

Cambro RFS8PP - Translucent Round Storage Container 7.6L

Matfer Bourgeat 255320 - Storage Container with Lid 1/6 x 110mm 2 ltr

Cambro 22SFSPROCW - Camsquare FreshPro Storage Container 20.8L Clear

Status VCS - Vacuum Container System

Anchor Hocking 2663347 - Montana Storage Jar w/ Black Lid 1.9L

Anchor Hocking 2663720 - Montana Storage Jar w/ Black Lid 7.5L

Ingredient Bins & Bulk Storage — Common Questions