Lincat GS3 Electric Steel Plate Griddle | Commercial Griddle

The Lincat GS3 is a countertop electric griddle built around a solid machined steel cooking plate. It is designed to handle the consistent, high-throughput cooking demands of a working commercial kitchen — suitable for breakfast service, burgers, sandwiches, fish, and a range of other flat-griddled items. The steel plate construction is a well-established choice in professional kitchens where a uniform sear and reliable surface temperature are more important than the high-reflectivity finish of chrome.

In service, the thick machined steel plate distributes heat evenly across the cooking surface, reducing the risk of hot spots that can lead to inconsistent results during a busy service period. The thermostatically controlled rotary knob allows the operator to dial in the right temperature for the product being cooked and to reduce the plate temperature during quieter periods, which helps manage energy consumption sensibly over a long shift.

From a practical standpoint, the fully welded plate construction is a meaningful advantage in a kitchen environment. Joints and seams in griddle plates are common collection points for grease and food debris; eliminating them makes end-of-service cleaning more straightforward and supports better hygiene standards over time. Key practical points include:

• 12mm machined steel plate for even heat distribution across the cooking surface
• Fully welded plate with no seams or joints to trap grease
• Thermostatically controlled via rotary knob for temperature management
• Electric operation — no gas supply or flue connection required
• Compact countertop footprint suitable for range suites or standalone bench use

Being electric, the GS3 does not require a gas connection or dedicated ventilation beyond what your kitchen's general extraction system provides, though it should still be positioned within reach of adequate overhead extraction. It runs from an electrical supply, so the available circuit capacity at the intended installation point should be confirmed before ordering. The unit is sized for countertop use and fits comfortably on a fabricated bench or as part of a cooking suite, though the weight of a solid steel plate means the supporting surface should be robust.

The GS3 is well suited to smaller restaurants, cafés, pub kitchens, and hospitality operations where a reliable, no-frills electric griddle is needed without a large footprint. It is a practical choice for operators who cook to order rather than batch-cooking at high volume. For sites running very high covers or extended continuous service periods, a larger or heavier-duty griddle may be more appropriate, and it is worth discussing your service volumes before committing.

If you are weighing up plate type, cooking volume, or how this fits into your existing kitchen setup, the team is happy to talk it through with you before you order.