Commercial Cooking Equipment

Commercial Cooking Equipment for UK Trade Kitchens

Commercial cooking equipment has to survive back-to-back services, not just look good on a spec sheet. Ascot Wholesale stocks restaurant cooking equipment, professional cooking equipment and catering appliances for restaurants, hotels, cafes, contract caterers, event venues, care homes and bars across the UK. Browse fryers, ovens, griddles and grills below – all stocked for fast trade dispatch.

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• Fryers – Single and twin tank, freestanding and countertop.
• Ovens – Standard, combination and deck ovens for daily service.
• Convection Ovens – Fan-assisted for faster, even cooking.
• Griddles – Flat plates for burgers, breakfasts and bulk cooking.
• Toasters – High-volume conveyor and contact toasters.
• Pizza Ovens – Deck and conveyor ovens built for volume.
• Rice Cookers – Large-capacity units for restaurants and takeaways.
• Boiling Tops – Gas and electric hobs for high-turnover kitchens.
• Commercial Microwaves – Heavy-duty units for reheat and rapid service.
• Chargrills – Char lines and grills for steaks, meat and veg.
• Contact Grills – Panini presses and double-sided grills.
• Hob Units – Standalone gas and induction hobs.
• Sandwich Grills – Toasted sandwich makers for cafes and canteens.
• Salamander Grills – Overhead grills for finishing and gratinating.
• Chip Scuttles – Warming units to hold chips at temperature.
• Pasta Boilers – Dedicated pasta stations for busy à la carte kitchens.
• Solid Tops – Flat cooking surfaces for pans and stockpots.
• Water Baths – Sous vide and bain-marie style equipment.

Trade Insight

Match equipment output to your covers, not the other way round. Undersized fryers and ovens create bottlenecks during a busy service. Oversized units waste energy and eat into kitchen floor space you don’t have.

Power supply decides what you can install. UK single-phase electric (230V) covers most equipment up to around 3kW – countertop toasters, small ovens, contact grills. Anything bigger, including combi ovens, bratt pans and large griddles, usually needs three-phase power hardwired by a qualified electrician. Check the data plate before you order commercial cooking equipment, because single-phase and three-phase units aren’t interchangeable.

Ventilation isn’t optional. Gas cooking equipment needs proper extraction to pass environmental health checks, and most electric equipment throws off enough heat to need it too. UK workplace ventilation regulations require effective extraction in commercial kitchens, so budget for a canopy and ductwork alongside your commercial cooking equipment order, not after it arrives.

Why Buy from Ascot Wholesale

• Trade accounts and credit terms – for verified hospitality businesses.
• Equipment leasing available – on qualifying professional kitchen equipment.
• Competitive trade pricing – across 500+ cooking equipment lines.
• Free delivery on qualifying orders – across the UK mainland.
• 25+ years supplying commercial catering operations – with trusted brands including Lincat, Buffalo, Falcon and Rational.

Browse our full Catering Equipment range, or explore related categories: Food Prep Equipment and Beverage Machines.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is commercial cooking equipment?

Professional-grade cooking equipment built for daily commercial use in restaurants, hotels, cafes, caterers and care homes, with heavier components and longer warranties than domestic appliances.

Do I need single-phase or three-phase power for my cooking equipment?

Small units like toasters and countertop grills usually run on single-phase electric. Larger ovens, combi ovens and chargrills often need three-phase – check the spec sheet before you order.

How much ventilation does commercial cooking equipment need?

Most gas and electric cooking equipment needs extraction. Budget for a canopy and ductwork sized to your equipment output, and get it signed off before installation.

How do I choose the right fryer or oven size for my covers?

Match output to your busiest service, not your average day. Undersized equipment creates bottlenecks at peak times; oversized kit wastes energy and floor space.

Does Ascot Wholesale offer trade accounts for restaurants and caterers?

Yes. Trade accounts are available for restaurants, hotels, cafes, contract caterers, event venues, care homes and bars, with equipment leasing options on qualifying orders.

What’s the difference between gas and electric cooking equipment?

Gas gives instant heat control and keeps working in a power cut, but needs proper ventilation and gas safety checks. Electric costs more to run but heats faster and needs no gas supply.

Useful Sources

• HSE – gas safety guidance for commercial kitchens
• HSE – electrical safety law for businesses