Sterling Pro SPI-8-200-27 Granite Top Counter Fridge 2 Doors 7 Drawers

The Sterling Pro SPI-8-200-27 is an 800mm deep refrigerated counter built specifically around pizza preparation workflow. The granite worktop provides a naturally cool, hard-wearing surface with enough depth to work large dough bases comfortably, keeping prep space organised during a busy service. The unit combines refrigerated door storage below with seven ambient drawers, giving operators two distinct storage zones within a single counter footprint.

In a working kitchen, the split layout proves genuinely useful. The two refrigerated doors open to a chilled compartment suited to storing fresh toppings, dairy, and ingredients that need to be kept cold but accessed regularly throughout service. The seven ambient drawers, fitted with food-safe PVC inserts, are well suited to holding dough balls or pre-portioned bases at the temperatures needed to allow proving or resting without refrigeration. That combination means fewer steps between storage and prep during peak periods.

From an operational standpoint, the key practical advantages are:

• Granite worktop stays cool naturally, reducing heat transfer to dough and pastry during prep
• Ambient drawers with PVC inserts keep dough balls organised and protected without chilling them
• Refrigerated lower section keeps toppings and dairy at safe temperatures throughout service
• 800mm depth gives a more generous prep surface than standard 700mm counters
• Combined prep and storage in one unit reduces reliance on separate refrigerated tables and shelving

The unit requires a standard mains power connection and sufficient ventilation clearance around the condenser. The 800mm depth means it occupies more floor-to-wall space than a conventional counter, so it is worth confirming your kitchen layout accommodates this before ordering. Access for installation and ongoing servicing should also be considered if the unit is being built into a tight run. The granite top adds weight, so factor this in if the unit needs to be repositioned after delivery.

This counter is most at home in a pizza restaurant, pizzeria, or any kitchen with a dedicated pizza section producing regular covers. It would also suit flatbread, pastry, or pasta prep stations where a cool worktop and ambient drawer storage are operationally useful. For sites running very high volumes or requiring additional refrigerated capacity, a larger or multi-section unit may be worth considering alongside this model.

If you are unsure whether the drawer configuration or counter depth fits your prep workflow, our team is happy to talk it through before you commit.