A business like yours cannot live off domestic ovens. It has to be a trustworthy, commercial-grade equipment that you can rely even on the busiest days.
Oven is the kind of equipment that professional restaurants always have. And that is for good reason. It is so straightforward to use an oven. Turn it on, set the temperature, put in your food and let the machine do what it's meant to do. As any chef would know, foods are cooked at different ideal temperatures. With an oven, it's just a matter of setting the right temperature to cook quality dishes.
There are different types of ovens for different purposes. By default, your choice should be an oven that matches your menu’s demands. Other factors to consider include your space availability, the oven’s yield capacity, energy efficiency, features, warranty and of course, your budget. It would also be strategic to pick an oven that can do a variety of tasks specially if you have many dishes.
Let's break down the type of commercial ovens to help you find the best pick for your business.
Types of Commercial Ovens Explained.
In a world of ovens, there are many choices. They come in different capacities, styles, functions, and capabilities.
Standard oven
Standard oven is also called a conventional, traditional or regular oven. This is the most-used type of oven in commercial and home settings. They are designed to have a heat source at the bottom and a broiler on top but the unit does not have a fan. Since the unit lacks a fan to circulate hot air, the way you place your rack is crucial to produce quality results. Oftentimes when using a traditional oven, the dishes may be rotated for even cooking. With a standard oven, the temperature can be controlled via digital readouts or knobs.
Common uses
- • Cakes
- • Bread
- • Casseroles
Convection Ovens
Its design is almost the same as conventional ovens, with a few add-ons on features and functionalities.
Convection ovens operate via an exhaust system and a fan that circulates hot air inside the unit. This type of oven is perfect for multi-rack cooking such as pies, cookies, vegetables and meats. Because of its ability to spread circulating hot air across the unit, it cooks foods evenly.
You can cook, roast and bake in a convection oven. Pro tip: you can also use it to air fry meat and vegetables.
Product Spotlight YXD-6A/15 Electric Convection Oven
Featuring 4 GN/1 racks, waterproof switches, stainless steel structure and a selection switch for the bottom and top heaters. This may look like a basic catering oven, but it has the capacity to cook meat, vegetables and main courses. It can broil, bake, toast, roast and warm up dishes.
Deck Ovens
Deck ovens are offered in multi-deck or single-deck versions, and, in choices of gas or electric. They are commonly used by bakeries and pastry shops. What makes deck ovens different is their design. They feature several floors that let you cook different dishes or products at a time.
This type of oven uses conduction heat that travels directionally from the deck to the bread or sheet pan. Deck oven can produce consistent heat inside the chamber which is controllable so you can bake delicious quality bread and pastries.
Cook-and-hold Ovens
Catering businesses love this type of oven for its ability to precook a huge batch of foods and hold them at optimal temperatures.
The way this equipment work is it cooks food at a low temperature until it slowly reaches the right internal temperature. As the oven reaches the appropriate temperature for cooking, it will reduce the temperature and put the food at an ideal serving temperature. The precision capabilities of this oven reduce the need to consistently check on foods.
Smoker Ovens
As the name suggests, this type of oven is used to smoke meat and vegetables. They are designed to bring the best flavour and doneness to foods.
Commercial-grade smoker ovens are built so you can smoke large batches of food with less labour whilst consistently producing high-quality dishes. These commercial kitchen equipment are truly game-changers. They can achieve quality smoked foods without having to cook outdoors or fill your kitchen with smoke. Most commercial smoker ovens are equipped with features that let you hold dishes in humid or dry environments, which is essential for keeping the best texture and flavour of many dishes.
Toaster Oven
This type of oven features removable baking pans and removable racks. Restaurants use them to reheat foods and make toast. It can make much more than beautifully golden toasts. With a toaster oven, you can make dishes and meals. You can also use it for broiling, baking, roasting, reheating, and defrosting meat.
Rotisserie Ovens
A rotisserie oven is equipped with a rotating spit to cook whole chickens, turkeys or a big slab of meat. Commercial-grade rotisseries can cook between 8 to 80 birds at a time.
Rotisserie ovens are using a combination of radiant heat and convection heat. The radiant heat is what browns the meat while the convection heat slowly roasts it. This equipment can produce evenly cooked and juicy meat without having to constantly check them.
Buy from a Local Supplier
When purchasing any commercial kitchen equipment such as an oven, it is highly recommended to choose local suppliers who understand local conditions, climate and government regulations -- as all of these affect your purchasing decision. A trustworthy kitchen equipment supplier can help you narrow down your options. Plus, it’s easier to reach out to a local supplier in case of the need for repairs, upgrades and consultation.
Not Sure which Type of Oven to Get?
At Federal Hospitality Equipment, we carry a range of ovens from trusted manufacturers like Electmax, Fagor, Gasmax, Primasfood, Promotex and our own. Our friendly team can walk you through available options and give you advice based on what you’re looking for. We have showrooms in Sydney, Victoria, Queensland, Mile End and in Auckland. In addition to our selection of ovens, we also offer a wide range of commercial kitchen equipment, including bain maries and bar fridges Australia offers. Our inventory includes everything you need to equip your commercial kitchen for success. Just give us a call at 1300 659 409 and we will be happy to assist.
