Steelheart® Chef Base Freezers

Hoshizaki chef base freezers bring reliable frozen storage directly to the cook line. Ideal for operations that rely on frozen ingredients during service, these units support countertop cooking equipment while keeping product organized and easily accessible in the drawers below. Available in widths from 36″ to 72″ with left- or right-side condenser options, they offer flexible installation for a wide range of commercial kitchen layouts.

Two commercial stainless steel kitchen appliances are shown: a wide refrigerated prep table with two drawers on the left, and a grill top with two drawers on the right.

The Steelheart® Series

Steelheart® products are engineered to meet the demands of any commercial food service operation. Our rugged, stainless steel construction inside and out provides the highest quality and durability in commercial refrigeration equipment.

7 -Year

Labor Coverage Warranty

7 -Year

Parts Coverage Warranty

7 -Year

Compressor Coverage Warranty

Efficiency That Starts at the Base

Close-up of Hoshizaki Steelheart® chef base with 90° side edges and marine edges designed for equipment stability and spill prevention.

90° Side Edges & Marine Edges

Optimize surface area, increases equipment stability, and prevents drops and spills.

Close-up of heavy-duty drawers on Hoshizaki Steelheart® chef base, featuring 14-gauge stainless steel and 250 lb load capacity.

Heavy Duty Drawers

Constructed of 14 gauge stainless steel, drawer slides have a load capacity of 250 lbs.

Close-up of a stainless steel refrigerator unit with a digital temperature display reading 3°C and two air vents below the display.

Removable Filter

Easy-clean removable condenser filter helps keep the equipment running at peak performance while reducing maintenance time.

Close-up of Hoshizaki Steelheart® chef base with integrated ceramic heat shield and polyurethane foam for cold temperature retention.

Integrated Ceramic Heat Shield

Ensures colder temperatures, lower utility costs, and preserves food safety.

Chef removing a 6” deep food pan from a Hoshizaki Steelheart® chef base drawer, featuring easy rail cut-outs for quick access.

6” Deep Pans & Easy Removal

Each drawer accommodates full-sized pans up to 6” deep. Drawer rails include finger cut-outs for easy pan removal.

Close-up of Hoshizaki Steelheart® digital controller with LED display and temperature alarm to maintain optimal cabinet cooling.

Digital Controller & Temperature Alarm

Maintain optimum cabinet temperatures between 33°F-41°F. LED display is adjustable to °F/°C.

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ProductVolume (CF)SectionsWidthDepthHeightElectricalEnergy StarSpec
Stainless steel commercial refrigerator with two drawers, digital temperature display, ventilation panel, and wheels for mobility. CF36B 6.3 1 36.5″ 32.25″ 26″ 115v/60/1 Download Spec Sheet for CF36B
Stainless steel commercial refrigerator with two pull-out drawers, digital control panel, vented section, and casters for mobility. CF36B-L 6.3 1 36.5″ 32.25″ 26″ 115v/60/1 Download Spec Sheet for CF36B-L
A stainless steel commercial refrigerator with two pull-out drawers, a digital display, and caster wheels. CF49B 9.74 1 49″ 32.25″ 26″ 115v/60/1 Download Spec Sheet for CF49B
Stainless steel commercial refrigerator with two pull-out drawers, digital control panel, and wheels for mobility. CF49B-L 9.74 1 49″ 32.25″ 26″ 115v/60/1 Download Spec Sheet for CF49B-L
Stainless steel commercial refrigeration unit with two drawers, digital temperature display, and ventilation panel on casters for mobility. CF60B 12.82 1 60″ 32.25″ 26″ 115v/60/1 Download Spec Sheet for CF60B
Stainless steel commercial refrigeration unit with two pull-out drawers, side ventilation, and casters for mobility. CF60B-L 12.82 1 60″ 32.25″ 26″ 115v/60/1 Download Spec Sheet for CF60B-L
Stainless steel commercial refrigerated prep table with two pull-out drawers, digital temperature display, and caster wheels. CF72B 12.82 1 72.5″ 32.25″ 26″ 115v/60/1 Download Spec Sheet for CF72B
Stainless steel commercial refrigerator with two pull-out drawers, digital temperature display, and caster wheels. Suitable for food prep in commercial kitchens. CF72B-L 12.82 1 72.5″ 32.25″ 26″ 115v/60/1 Download Spec Sheet for CF72B-L