Portable Wire Prep Rack

The Portable Wire Prep Rack is a mobile, space-saving prep station designed for kitchens, catering teams, and food-service operations that regularly handle standard 18" x 26" trays. It combines a sturdy work surface with effortless mobility to streamline prep, assembly, and service.

Features

• Tray compatibility: Accepts standard 18" x 26" trays or pans for versatile use across prep lines.
• Work surface: 1/2" food-grade polyurethane cutting board surface ideal for slicing, mixing, garnishing, and other prep tasks.
• Mobility: Rolls smoothly on 5" swivel casters for easy repositioning around the kitchen or service area.
• Model options & spacing: RE1P features 1 1/2" slide spacing; RE3P offers 3" slide spacing to suit different tray organization needs.
• Dimensions & weight: Approximately 50 lbs; footprint 27" W x 22" D x 38" H, designed for compact, efficient use.
• Finish & design: End-load configuration for easy access and efficient workflow.
• Shipping & assembly: UPS-shippable in one box with quick, tool-free assembly for rapid deployment.

Benefits

Transform prep efficiency with a dedicated, mobile workspace that keeps your most-used trays within reach. The 1/2" cutting surface provides a stable, sanitary area for cutting and mixing, while the 5" swivel casters let you glide the rack between stations without lifting heavy equipment. Choose between RE1P and RE3P to optimize tray organization based on your workflow—tight 1 1/2" spacing for dense layouts or 3" spacing for larger, easier-access trays.

Who benefits most: professional kitchens, catering teams, hospital cafeterias, and schools that routinely rotate or reconfigure prep areas. The rack’s compact dimensions and tool-free assembly make it practical for both permanent stations and temporary setups at events or peak service periods.

Why it matters: standardizing on a mobile, ready-to-use prep rack reduces handling time, minimizes cross-contact risk by consolidating prep space, and improves overall kitchen organization. When your trays are consistently organized and easy to access, you’ll move from prep to plate with less motion and fewer interruptions.

Practical tips: position the rack near cold storage for quick transfers, use labeled slide spacing to keep ingredients grouped by service type, and pair with compatible Metro Mobile Tray Racks to create a modular, scalable prep area that grows with your operation.