Frequently Asked Questions
A reliable commercial oven is at the heart of many professional kitchens. From baking and roasting to steaming and reheating, choosing the right oven can help make everyday food preparation more efficient.
What types of commercial ovens are available?
There are several types of commercial ovens designed for different cooking requirements. These include convection ovens, combi ovens, bakery ovens and range cookers. Convection ovens circulate hot air, while combi ovens combine different cooking functions. Bakery ovens are suited to baking applications, while range cookers combine an oven with a hob in one unit.
What is the difference between a convection oven and a combi oven?
A commercial convection oven primarily uses circulated hot air to cook food. A commercial combi oven adds steam functionality, giving chefs a wider choice of cooking methods. Both can be useful in professional kitchens. The right choice depends on your menu, required cooking methods, available space, output and budget.
Are commercial ovens suitable for restaurants?
Yes. Restaurant ovens are available in many different configurations depending on the menu and number of covers served. A restaurant may use convection ovens for general cooking and baking, combi ovens for greater versatility, or range cookers where both oven and hob cooking are required.
What does GN compatible mean on a commercial oven?
GN refers to Gastronorm, a standardised system of container sizes widely used in commercial catering. A GN-compatible oven can accommodate suitable Gastronorm trays or containers, which can make it easier to move food between preparation, cooking, holding and storage equipment. Always check which GN size and depth the individual oven supports.
Where can I buy commercial ovens?
At IG Group, we supply commercial ovens for restaurants, hotels, cafés, bakeries, care homes, schools and other professional catering environments. Browse our range online to compare convection ovens, combi ovens, bakery ovens and range cookers in different sizes and configurations.
From versatile commercial combi ovens to convection ovens, bakery ovens and range cookers, we offer professional cooking equipment for a wide range of catering environments. Explore our commercial ovens to compare capacities, cooking functions, power requirements and configurations and find an oven suited to your professional kitchen.
