Lincat GS9 Electric Steel Plate Griddle | Countertop
Product Description
The Lincat GS9 is a countertop electric griddle with a machined steel cooking plate. It is designed for commercial kitchens producing burgers, bacon, eggs, fish, and similar items that benefit from direct contact with a flat, even surface. The unit sits on the worktop, connects to a standard electrical supply, and requires no fixed installation — straightforward to position and practical to run day to day.
Consistent plate temperature is central to cooking quality when service is busy. The steel plate distributes heat evenly across the cooking surface, reducing the risk of hot spots that lead to uneven browning or inconsistent results. The thermostat gives operators direct control over plate temperature, which makes it practical to adjust heat for different menu items and to pull back energy draw during quieter periods without switching the unit off entirely.
From a day-to-day operational standpoint, the GS9 offers a number of practical advantages:
- Even heat distribution across the steel plate supports consistent results throughout service
- Thermostat control allows straightforward temperature adjustment for different products
- Fully welded plate construction removes dirt traps and simplifies end-of-service cleaning
- Electric operation suits kitchens without a gas supply or where additional gas connections are not practical
- Countertop format fits compact kitchen layouts without requiring fixed installation
As an electric unit, the GS9 requires a suitable power supply and adequate circuit capacity — it is worth confirming the socket type and electrical load with a qualified electrician before installation. No specialist extraction is typically required for this type of equipment, though cooking fats will produce smoke at higher temperatures and adequate general kitchen ventilation remains advisable.
The GS9 is well suited to cafés, sandwich bars, pub kitchens, and smaller restaurant operations where a reliable flat-plate electric griddle covers the bulk of a breakfast or light lunch menu. For operations with significantly higher throughput or greater cooking volume, a wider or higher-output model may be worth considering instead.
If you would like to talk through whether the GS9 is the right fit for your menu and kitchen setup, the team is happy to help before you commit to an order.
Key Features
- Machined steel plate delivers even heat distribution across the full cooking surface
- Thermostat control allows precise temperature adjustment for different menu items
- Fully welded plate construction eliminates joints and seams that trap grease
- Electric operation requires no gas connection or gas safety certification
- Compact countertop format suits worktop installation without fixed mounting
Operational Benefits
- Consistent plate temperature reduces uneven browning during busy service periods
- Thermostat adjustment supports energy saving during quieter periods mid-service
- Welded plate design speeds up end-of-service cleaning and reduces downtime
- Electric supply compatibility removes dependency on available gas connections
- Countertop footprint allows flexible positioning within compact kitchen layouts
Specifications
Frequently Asked Questions
- The GS9 is well suited to breakfast and light lunch menus in cafés, pub kitchens, and smaller restaurant operations. For sites running continuous high-volume breakfast service with multiple items cooking simultaneously, it is worth considering whether a wider cooking surface would better match your throughput — the team can help assess that based on your expected covers.
- The GS9 is an electric countertop unit and does not require a gas connection or fixed installation. Before putting it into service, it is advisable to have a qualified electrician confirm that your existing supply and circuit capacity are suitable for the unit's power draw.
- Steel plate griddles require regular seasoning with oil to maintain the cooking surface and prevent rust, particularly if the unit is cleaned down aggressively at the end of service. Chrome plate griddles are generally easier to clean and less prone to surface deterioration, but steel plate is often preferred for products where a degree of surface seasoning improves cooking results over time. If you are unsure which plate type suits your menu, it is worth discussing with the team before ordering.