Casselin Gas Chrome Griddle Smooth 90 for Professional Kitchens

A gas chrome griddle heats a smooth metal plate directly with burners beneath, transferring heat evenly across the surface for consistent searing and grilling. The chrome finish reduces sticking and spreads the heat more uniformly than bare steel, allowing food to cook without constant turning or scraping. The plate sits above a collecting drawer that gathers cooking liquids and fats, keeping the worktop clean and reducing flare-ups during service.

The operator lights the burners with piezo ignition, then sets each of the three thermostats to control separate zones along the 970 mm plate. Temperatures from 50 °C to 300 °C open a range from gentle warming to high-heat searing, so the same appliance can hold sauces at serving temperature or grill steaks and burgers in quick succession. Once the zones reach the set points, the plate holds them without cycling, giving a steady cooking surface that responds only when the thermostat is adjusted.

Food is placed straight onto the smooth chrome plate, which measures 970 by 480 mm and is 10 mm thick. The thickness evens out temperature fluctuations and retains heat during batch cooking, so the last portion cooks as quickly as the first. After use, the collecting drawer slides out to empty accumulated liquids, and the plate is scraped and wiped while still warm to remove residue before it hardens.

The griddle is built in stainless steel AISI 304, a corrosion-resistant alloy that withstands daily cleaning and kitchen humidity. The 990 mm width and 600 mm depth fit a standard worktop, while the 76.7 kg weight requires two people or a trolley to move it into position. The 12 kW power rating draws a steady load that needs a dedicated gas line sized for commercial appliances, not a domestic connection.

Three adjustable thermostats let the operator run different temperatures across the plate at the same time, so one side can sear meat while the other keeps pancakes warm. The unit comes pre-equipped for butane gas, and natural gas injectors are included for conversion without additional parts.

Cleaning follows from the construction: the smooth chrome plate is scraped and wiped after each service, the collecting drawer is emptied and washed, and the stainless steel body is wiped down with a damp cloth. The piezo ignition has no moving parts and needs no maintenance beyond keeping the spark gap clear of grease.

The griddle is listed in the professional catering catalogue under gas cooking equipment, chrome plate griddles, and heavy-duty worktop appliances.