Parry 1854 Large Electric Griddle | Steel Plate

The Parry 1854 is a large-format electric griddle built for countertop use in commercial kitchens. It features a polished steel cooking plate with thermostatic temperature control operated via a rotary knob, and a removable fat drawer positioned beneath the cooking surface. It is a straightforward, reliable piece of cooking equipment designed for regular daily service.

In a working kitchen, a griddle of this size earns its place during sustained service periods. The polished steel plate distributes heat evenly across the surface, which matters when you are cooking multiple portions simultaneously and cannot afford cold spots holding up the pass. Thermostatic control means the plate recovers to the set temperature consistently after loading, which helps maintain quality and pace through a busy lunch or dinner service without requiring constant adjustment from the cook.

From an operational standpoint, the practical advantages are clear:

• Even heat distribution reduces the risk of inconsistent cooking during peak periods
• Thermostatic control supports consistent results across different members of staff
• The removable fat drawer makes end-of-service cleaning noticeably quicker
• Electric operation removes any requirement for gas supply or gas safety provisions
• Polished steel plate is durable and well suited to sustained daily use

Being electric, this griddle requires a suitable power supply and a dedicated circuit of the appropriate rating — it is worth confirming your kitchen's electrical capacity before ordering. It should be positioned with extraction or ventilation in mind, as cooking fats produce smoke and vapour during service. As a countertop unit, it also needs a stable, heat-resistant surface capable of supporting its weight.

The 1854 is well suited to cafés, small restaurants, hotel kitchens, and staff catering operations where a dependable griddle is needed without the complexity of a gas installation. For higher-volume operations or sites running extended service periods across a wider cooking area, it is worth considering whether a heavier-duty or wider plate model would better match the throughput required.

If you would like to talk through whether this griddle suits your kitchen's service volume or electrical setup, our team is glad to help you work it out before you commit.