A stainless steel work table is the most-used surface in a commercial kitchen – for prep, plating, small equipment and staging. Babak Food Equipment offers a wide range of standard work tables from Thorinox and Atosa for restaurants, cafés, bakeries, butcher shops, caterers, hotels and institutional kitchens across Vancouver and British Columbia. Flat-top tables with an undershelf or open base come in many lengths and depths, so you can build out prep lines, island stations and dish areas that fit your space exactly.
Types of standard work tables
Work tables with undershelf
The most common style: a stainless top with a galvanized or stainless undershelf for storing pans, containers and small equipment.
Open-base work tables
Tables without an undershelf leave room for mobile carts, bins, ingredient containers or undercounter refrigeration.
Island and corner configurations
Flat-top tables can be placed as freestanding islands or in a line along a wall. For wall placement, a backsplash work table protects the wall from splashes.
Mobile work tables
Adding casters lets you move a table for cleaning or reconfigure a station for catering and events.
How to choose a stainless steel work table

Size: common depths are about 24″, 30″ and 36″, with lengths from about 24″ to 96″ or more. Leave enough aisle space for staff to pass safely.
Height: standard work table height is about 34″–36″, and adjustable bullet feet let you level the table on uneven floors.
Gauge: a lower gauge number means thicker steel: 14 gauge for heavy-duty work, 16 gauge for general prep, 18 gauge for light tasks.
Grade of stainless: type 304 stainless resists corrosion better around water, salt and acidic foods; type 430 is a cost-effective choice for dry prep.
Undershelf material: galvanized shelves keep cost down, while stainless shelves hold up better in wet areas.
Accessories: overshelves, drawers, casters and pot racks add storage and flexibility.

Why buy your work table from Babak Food Equipment?
With more than 20 years in business and a 4.9★ Google rating from 380+ reviews, our team can help you lay out prep lines and choose table sizes, gauges and accessories that suit the equipment and workflow around them. Delivery and installation options are available across BC – details and costs are discussed when you order. Also see equipment stands for countertop cooking equipment and mixers, or ask about used restaurant equipment.
Work table gauges at a glance
Top gaugeRelative thicknessBest for14 gaugeAbout 2 mm – heaviestButchery, heavy equipment, high-volume prep16 gaugeAbout 1.5 mm – mediumGeneral prep and most restaurant lines18 gaugeAbout 1.2 mm – lighterLight prep, packing, dry storage

Frequently asked questions
What is the standard height of a work table?
Most commercial work tables are about 34″–36″ high, which suits most staff for prep. Adjustable feet allow small changes for leveling.
What is the difference between 304 and 430 stainless steel?
Type 304 contains nickel and resists rust and corrosion better, which makes it the choice for wet or salty work. Type 430 is magnetic, less expensive and fine for drier tasks.
Which gauge work table should I choose?
For most restaurant prep, 16 gauge is a good balance of strength and cost. Choose 14 gauge for heavy equipment or butchery and 18 gauge for light tasks.
Can I put equipment on a work table?
Light countertop equipment can go on a sturdy table, but heavy mixers, slicers and cooking equipment are better on an equipment stand built for the load and heat.
How do I clean a stainless steel work table?
Wipe with warm soapy water, rinse and sanitize, then dry. Clean with the grain and avoid steel wool or chlorine-heavy cleaners that can damage the finish.
Availability, pricing, warranty terms, delivery and installation are confirmed at the time of purchase – request a quote on any model or call our team at (604) 566-9747.</emNeed a size that isn’t standard? Babak Food Equipment also offers custom metal fabrication – we build custom stainless steel tables, storage and cabinets to fit your kitchen layout. Send us your measurements and ask our team for a quote.
Can you build custom stainless steel tables or storage?
Yes. We offer custom metal fabrication for stainless steel work tables, storage and cabinets made to your measurements. Pricing and timing depend on the design – ask our team for a quote.
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