Vollrath 72017 7 Qt. Round Cooker/Warmer
Vollrath 72017 7 Qt Round Countertop Food Warmer Rethermalizer
Product Features:
- 7 qt round countertop rethermalizer for hot food holding and reheating
- Direct contact heating system for efficient heat transfer
- Thermoset fiber-reinforced resin well for insulation and durability
- Dome heating element reduces energy use and scale buildup
- Capillary thermostat for consistent temperature control
- Low-water indicator light for safe operation
- Recessed controls reduce accidental adjustments
- Maintains safe food temperatures through HACCP range
- Wide dripless rim helps keep surfaces clean
- Stainless steel exterior for durability and easy cleaning
- Non-skid feet for countertop stability
- Wet operation design for even heating performance
The Vollrath 72017 Cayenne Round Heat ’N Serve Rethermalizer is a 7-quart countertop unit designed to safely reheat and hold prepared foods such as soups, sauces, and chili. Engineered to bring food from chilled or frozen states to safe serving temperatures while maintaining moisture and quality, it uses a direct-contact heating system for efficient heat transfer. The insulated resin well helps maintain consistent heat while reducing energy loss, and the recessed controls provide safe, accurate temperature adjustment. Ideal for buffet lines, catering, and foodservice operations requiring reliable hot holding in a compact footprint.
The Vollrath 72017 Cayenne 7 Qt Round Heat ’N Serve Rethermalizer is a compact countertop food warmer designed for rethermalizing and holding prepared foods such as soups, sauces, and chili in commercial foodservice environments. It is commonly used in smaller buffet setups, catering stations, and back-of-house service areas where consistent hot holding and controlled reheating are required.
This unit is engineered to safely bring pre-cooked, refrigerated food from below 40°F through the HACCP critical “danger zone” and up to safe serving temperatures above 165°F in under 90 minutes under standard test conditions. It is designed for wet operation, using water in the well to ensure even and consistent heat distribution. The 800-watt heating system supports efficient recovery and stable holding temperatures, making it suitable for continuous service applications.
The construction combines a brushed stainless steel exterior with a thermoset fiber-reinforced resin well. The resin well is self-insulating, corrosion-resistant, and designed to reduce scale buildup, which helps simplify cleaning and extend service life. A cast-in aluminum dome heating element works in direct contact with the water to improve heat transfer efficiency while reducing energy consumption and promoting uniform heating throughout the well.
Operational features include recessed controls to prevent accidental temperature changes, a capillary tube thermostat for precise temperature regulation, and a low-water indicator light to ensure safe operation. A wide dripless lip helps keep surrounding surfaces clean by returning moisture to the well. The unit includes non-skid feet for countertop stability and a bottom-exit power cord for flexible installation. Operating on 120V with a standard NEMA 5-15P plug, it is NSF and cULus certified and manufactured in the USA, providing a durable and efficient solution for small-volume hot food holding and rethermalizing.
| Warmer Type | Round |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 4 - 7 Qt |
| Installation Type | Countertop |
| Temperature Range | 40F - 165F |
| Length | up to 20" |
| Control Type | Thermostat |
| Product Weight (lbs) | 10 |
| Product Width (in) | 10.56 |
| Product Depth (in) | 10.56 |
| Product Height (in) | 9.625 |
| Interior Height (inches) | 6.75 |
| Amps (A) | 6.7 |
| Voltage | 120v/60hz/1ph |
| Watts | 800 |
| Plug Type | NEMA 5-15P |
| Exterior Material | Stainless Steel |
| NSF Listed | Yes |
| Standard Warranty | 1yr Parts/Labor |
| Manufacturer | Vollrath |
| MPN | 72017 |
| SKU | 7V368 |
 WARNING |
California Prop 65 According to a response from the manufacturer, this item is California Prop 65 compliant. |
