Frequently Asked Questions
A reliable commercial hob provides the flexibility needed for everyday cooking in busy professional kitchens.
What is a commercial hob?
A commercial hob is cooking equipment designed for use in professional kitchens. It provides a dedicated cooking surface for pots and pans and can be used for boiling, simmering, frying and other everyday cooking tasks. Commercial hobs are commonly used in restaurants, cafes, pubs, hotels, care homes and catering kitchens.
What can you cook on a commercial electric hob?
Commercial electric hobs are versatile and can be used for a wide range of everyday cooking tasks. They are suitable for boiling pasta and rice, simmering soups and stocks, preparing sauces, frying meat and vegetables, and stir-frying.
Are commercial electric hobs suitable for restaurants?
Yes. Commercial electric hobs can provide flexible everyday cooking capacity for restaurants. They can be used for a range of pan-based cooking tasks and are available in different configurations to suit the kitchen. The most appropriate model depends on your menu, service volume, available space and existing kitchen setup.
What is a gas stock pot stove?
A gas stock pot stove is a specialist cooking appliance designed to support large catering pots over a powerful gas burner. It can be useful for preparing larger quantities of stocks, soups, sauces and similar dishes. It is different from a conventional multi-burner commercial gas hob and has a more specialised purpose.
Where can I buy a commercial electric hob?
At IG Group, we supply commercial electric hobs for restaurants, hotels, pubs, cafes, care homes, canteens and other catering environments with competitive prices and fast UK delivery.
Whether you need additional countertop cooking capacity or a dedicated freestanding hob, we offer commercial electric hobs for professional catering. Explore Buffalo commercial hobs in 2-ring and 4-ring configurations, alongside specialist stock pot cooking equipment for larger-scale food preparation.
