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Abstract

A catering apparatus for delivering heated food product is provided according to the invention. The catering apparatus includes a catering delivery rack, a cover covering at least a portion of the catering delivery rack, and at least one thermal transfer unit provided extending along at least one side of the catering delivery rack. The catering delivery rack includes a frame having a front side, a rear side, a right side, a left side, a top end, and a bottom end. The frame includes a plurality of shelves provided between the top end and the bottom end of the catering delivery rack, and a plurality of wheels provided for movement of the catering delivery rack. The cover covers at least a portion of the front side, the backside, the left side, and the right side of the catering delivery rack. The thermal transfer unit includes an electrical resistance heating grid, a container for containing the electrical resistance heating grid, and a power cord for providing electrical connectivity between the electrical resistance heating grid and a power source. A method for delivering heated food product is provided according to the invention. The method includes a step of providing food within a catering apparatus, and generating heat within the catering apparatus.

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