Parry 1854 Large Electric Griddle | Commercial Steel Plate

The Parry 1854 is a large-format electric griddle designed for commercial kitchen use. It features a polished steel cooking plate, thermostatic temperature control operated via a rotary knob, and a removable fat drawer positioned beneath the cooking surface. It is a straightforward, dependable piece of cooking equipment built for day-to-day service use.

In a working kitchen environment, 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 slowing down 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.

From an operational standpoint, the practical advantages of this unit are straightforward:

• Even heat distribution across the plate reduces the risk of inconsistent cooking during peak periods
• Thermostatic control removes guesswork and supports consistent results between staff
• The removable fat drawer makes end-of-service cleaning noticeably quicker
• Electric operation removes the need for gas supply or gas safety provisions in the kitchen
• Polished steel plate surface is durable and 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 will need adequate clearance around the unit and should be positioned with extraction or ventilation in mind, as cooking fats produce smoke and vapour during service. As a countertop unit, it requires 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 reliable griddle is needed without the complexity of gas installation. For higher-volume operations or sites running extended service periods, it is worth considering whether a heavier-duty or wider plate model would be more appropriate for the throughput required.

If you are unsure whether this griddle is the right fit for your kitchen's service volume or electrical setup, our team is happy to talk it through with you.