Blue Seal G596 900mm Gas Chargrill

The Blue Seal G596 is a heavy-duty 900mm gas chargrill designed for serious volume cooking in commercial kitchens. It is available either bench-mounted or on a stainless steel stand, giving operators flexibility depending on how the kitchen is set up. The cooking surface uses large top grate sections that are reversible, allowing the grates to be flipped mid-service to present a clean cooking surface without requiring the unit to cool down — a practical advantage during a busy service period.

In operation, chargrilling works through a combination of radiant heat from the burners and conduction through the grates, producing the distinctive char marks and depth of flavour that are difficult to replicate with other cooking methods. This makes the G596 well suited to kitchens where grilled meats, fish, and vegetables form a core part of the menu. The grates can also be used level or inclined, which helps with fat drainage and gives the operator some control over cooking behaviour depending on the product being cooked.

From a practical standpoint, the unit is built with commercial use in mind:

• Fully stainless steel construction throughout the cooking chamber area, with heavy-gauge side splash guards
• Reversible top grate sections for quick surface refresh during service
• Front grease channel designed for straightforward cleaning access
• Lift-out parts throughout to simplify end-of-service cleaning routines
• Flame failure device with continuous pilot burner for operational safety

Installation requires a suitable gas supply and connection by a Gas Safe registered engineer. The unit produces significant heat output and will require adequate ventilation — a commercial extraction canopy rated for the load is essential. The stand model has a larger footprint than the bench version, so kitchen layout should be considered before ordering. Access for cleaning behind and underneath the unit is worth planning for at the installation stage.

The G596 is best suited to restaurants, pub kitchens, and contract catering operations where chargrilled dishes are a regular part of the menu and cooking volume is consistent throughout service. It is a substantial piece of equipment and is best placed in kitchens where it will be in regular use rather than occasional. For sites with very high throughput demands or multiple sections, there are higher-capacity alternatives worth considering. Equally, for smaller operations, a narrower unit may be a more proportionate choice.

If you are unsure whether the G596 is the right fit for your kitchen layout, gas supply, or service volumes, the team is happy to talk it through with you before you commit.