Hobart Bonnet Minijet Combi Oven 6 Grid 1/1 GN

The Hobart Bonnet Minijet is a six-grid combination oven built to full 1/1 GN compatibility but housed in a notably compact footprint. At 525mm wide, it occupies considerably less bench or floor space than a standard combi, making it a practical option for kitchens where installation space is genuinely constrained — whether that's a tight corner, a cramped service kitchen, or a venue that needs combi capability without committing a full bay to it.

Despite its size, the Minijet is not a compromise product in terms of cooking output. Hobart Bonnet's CoreControl technology manages cavity temperature and steam injection with the same precision you'd expect from a larger unit, and the AirDry+ function gives operators proper drying and crisping capability — useful when finishing roasted or baked goods where moisture control matters. Recovery after door openings holds up well during busier service periods, which is where smaller ovens sometimes fall short.

From a day-to-day operational standpoint, the Minijet is straightforward to run:

• Compact width suits installations where a standard combi won't fit
• Full 1/1 GN compatibility means standard gastronorm trays and accessories work throughout
• Automatic cleaning cycle completes in around 17 minutes, reducing end-of-service downtime
• CoreControl and AirDry+ give precise temperature and humidity management
• Stainless steel construction throughout supports hygiene and durability in heavy-use environments

Installation requires a 6.3kW electrical supply and appropriate ventilation — either connection to a canopy or a ventless solution if the kitchen doesn't have extraction above the oven position. At 74kg, the unit is manageable but will need two people to position safely. The stand is sold separately and should be factored into both budget and space planning from the outset. Water connection is required for steam function, and water quality can affect long-term performance, so a filtration arrangement is worth considering depending on your local supply.

The Minijet is well suited to smaller restaurants, cafés, hotel satellite kitchens, and prep kitchens where a full-size combi isn't practical. It handles the same range of cooking modes as a standard combi — steam, convection, and combination — so it's capable enough for most menus. If you're running a high-volume main kitchen producing large covers across extended services, a higher-capacity model with more grids would be worth considering instead.

If you're unsure whether the Minijet is the right fit for your kitchen layout or service volume, our team is happy to talk it through before you commit.