Lincat GS7 Electric Steel Plate Griddle | Countertop Commercial Griddle

The Lincat GS7 is a countertop electric griddle built around a machined steel cooking plate. It is designed for continuous use in commercial kitchens where consistent, even heat across the full cooking surface is a practical working requirement. Steel plate construction gives it a different cooking characteristic to chrome alternatives — it seasons with use and is well suited to products that benefit from direct surface contact, such as burgers, bacon, eggs, and breakfast staples.

In a busy service environment, even heat distribution is what separates a reliable griddle from an unreliable one. The machined steel plate is designed to minimise hot spots, which matters when you are cooking multiple portions simultaneously and need consistent results across the full surface. Two independently controlled heat zones give the operator flexibility to run different temperature profiles side by side, or to reduce energy draw on one half during quieter periods — a practical advantage that adds up over a long service shift.

From a hygiene standpoint, the fully welded plate construction removes the joins and seams that trap grease and food debris on lesser units, making end-of-service cleaning considerably more straightforward. Key operational advantages include:

• Dual independently controlled zones for flexible heat management across the plate
• Machined steel surface promotes even heat distribution during continuous cooking
• Fully welded plate eliminates grease traps and simplifies daily cleaning routines
• Thermostatically controlled zones support energy management during quieter periods
• Countertop format suits kitchens where bench space is at a premium

As a countertop unit, the GS7 needs a worksurface capable of supporting its weight and tolerating the heat generated during operation. Adequate ventilation above and around the unit is advisable, and your extraction should be appropriate for your cooking volumes. It runs on an electrical supply, so it is worth confirming your available capacity with an electrician before installation.

The GS7 is well suited to small to medium-volume operations — cafés, hotel breakfast kitchens, pub grill stations, and similar environments where a reliable, easy-to-manage griddle is needed without the footprint of a larger unit. For very high-throughput sites running continuous all-day grill service, a heavier-duty or larger-format model may be worth considering.

If you would like to talk through whether the GS7 suits your service volumes or kitchen setup, the team is happy to help you work it out.