Commercial chargrills for Australian kitchens — gas and electric grilling units that sear steaks, seafood, vegetables and skewers over radiant heat to lay down the charred flavour and grill marks diners look for. This range runs from benchtop char grills for a single station through to wide freestanding units built into a hot line. They sit alongside the rest of our commercial cooking equipment, and pair naturally with a griddle when your menu needs both a flat plate and a grilled finish.
Who commercial chargrills are for
If grilled protein is on the menu, a chargrill earns its bench space. Steakhouses and pub bistros lean on them for consistent sear across a busy dinner service; cafés and burger joints use a compact unit to char patties, halloumi and vegetables to order; caterers and function venues run wider models to push volume through a single peak. The grill marks and smoky note are part of what the customer is paying for, so the right unit holds heat through back-to-back orders without flaring out of control.
What's in scope
Gas chargrills
The workhorse of the category. Gas burners heat fast, recover quickly between batches, and give you live flame control — turn it up for the sear, ease it back to hold. Most AU venues run gas for the responsiveness and the running cost, and the range here spans narrow single-zone units up to wide multi-burner grills for a full hot line.
Char broilers
"Char broiler" is the term you'll see on a lot of imported gear — same job as a chargrill, branded differently. If you're comparing a chargrill against a char broiler spec sheet, you're comparing like with like; judge them on burner output, grate area and build quality, not the name on the box.
Radiant vs lava-rock grills
Two ways to get the heat to the food. Radiant units run a metal radiant plate or bar over the burner — clean, fast to fire up, and easy to keep on top of between services. Lava-rock units sit a bed of volcanic rock over the flame; the rock holds heat and catches dripping fat to throw up more of that smoky char, at the cost of a slower start and rock that needs turning or replacing over time. Radiant suits high-turnover kitchens chasing consistency; lava rock suits venues selling the chargrilled character hard.
Benchtop vs freestanding
Benchtop models drop onto an existing bench or stand and suit cafés, food trucks and secondary grill stations where space is tight. Freestanding units stand on their own legs or a cabinet base, bringing a wider cooking surface and often a storage shelf underneath for a dedicated grill position on the line. Match the format to the bench you've actually got and the cover count you're feeding.
Barbecue-style grills
Some operators want the open barbecue look for front-of-house or outdoor service. These overlap with the chargrill range but lean toward display and event cooking — handy for venues that grill in view of guests or cater off-site.
How to choose a commercial chargrill in three steps
Picking a char grill commercial kitchens can rely on through service comes down to three questions, in order.
Step 1 — How much grill surface at your peak?
Count the portions you need on the grill at once during your busiest window, not your daily total. Grills are quoted by cooking width (commonly 600mm, 900mm and wider) and by the number of burners or heat zones. Independent zones matter as much as raw width — they let you sear on one side while holding on the other instead of fighting one big hot spot.
Step 2 — Gas or electric, radiant or lava rock?
Decide your energy source first: gas for fast recovery and live flame control where you have a gas connection, electric where gas isn't run or for a smaller benchtop station. Then pick your heat style — radiant for clean, consistent, low-maintenance grilling, or lava rock if the smoky char is a selling point and you'll keep up the maintenance.
Step 3 — Check footprint, ventilation and supply
Measure the bench or floor space and confirm the unit fits your line with clearance. Commercial grilling throws heat and grease-laden vapour, so almost all of these units need an extraction canopy over them to meet AS 1668 ventilation requirements — factor that into the install. Confirm the gas type (natural gas vs LPG) or electrical supply matches your site, and check the drip-tray system suits the volume of fat your menu produces.
Working out where a chargrill fits against a flat plate? Our guide on choosing a commercial griddle walks through the trade-offs between ribbed grilling and a flat cooking surface, which is the call most kitchens are really making.
A commercial chargrill is a gas or electric grilling appliance that cooks food over radiant heat through cast-iron or steel grate bars, searing the surface and leaving the distinctive char lines and smoky flavour associated with grilled food. It's built for continuous service in a professional kitchen, with heavy-duty grates and high-output burners that recover heat quickly between batches.
What's the difference between a chargrill and a griddle?
A chargrill cooks food on raised bars over an open or radiant heat source, so fat drips away and the food picks up char lines and a grilled flavour. A griddle is a solid flat plate the food sits directly on, which suits eggs, pancakes, onions and anything that would fall through bars. Many kitchens run both — a chargrill for steaks and a flat plate for everything else.
Should I choose a gas or electric commercial chargrill?
Most Australian venues choose gas because it heats quickly, recovers fast between orders and lets the cook adjust the flame on the fly — important during a dinner rush. Electric units make sense where there's no gas connection, or for a small benchtop station, but they're generally slower to respond. Check what supply your site already has before deciding.
What's the difference between radiant and lava-rock chargrills?
Radiant chargrills heat the food through a metal plate or bar above the burner — they fire up fast and are simpler to keep clean. Lava-rock models sit a bed of volcanic rock over the flame; the rock stores heat and catches dripping fat to produce more smoke and a heavier chargrilled character, but it takes longer to heat and the rock needs periodic turning or replacement.
Does a commercial chargrill need an exhaust canopy?
In almost all cases, yes. Chargrills produce heat, smoke and grease-laden vapour that must be captured by mechanical extraction under Australian Standard AS 1668. You'll typically need a kitchen exhaust canopy installed over the unit, so plan the ventilation alongside the grill rather than after it. Confirm requirements with your installer and local council.
How do I clean and maintain a commercial chargrill?
Heat the grill, then scrape and brush the grates with a grill brush to lift carbon and residue between services. Empty and wash the drip tray regularly so grease doesn't build up, and on lava-rock units turn or replace the rocks as they clog. A consistent end-of-day routine keeps performance steady and extends the life of the grates and burners.
Do you deliver commercial chargrills across Australia?
Yes. Commercial Kitchen Store ships nationwide, with benchtop units sent by standard freight and heavier freestanding grills delivered palletised. Our products are backed by genuine customer reviews through Stamped and a strong Google review record, and Australian-based phone support is available on 1300 111 901 if you'd like help sizing a grill to your kitchen. For cover details, see our warranty and service information.
Dimensions
W: 450mm D: 805mm H: 630mmVolume: 0.29m3Packed Weight: 133kg
Product Features
450mm gas chargrill on bench model
48MJ/hr stainless steel burner
Reversible heavy-duty top grates
Inclined position incorporates flare reducing grate fin design with grooves to run grease into front collection channel
Full pilot and flame failure protection per burner
Lift out radiants, burners and grease tray baffles
Heavy-duty, heat resistant reinforced control knobs
Easy clean, installation and service
Waldorf Bold option
Default colour is black and other colour options are available
Dimensions
W: 450mm D: 805mm H: 970mmVolume: 0.54m3Packed Weight: 139kg
Product Features
450mm gas chargrill on cabinet base
48MJ/hr stainless steel burners
Reversible heavy-duty top grates
Inclined position incorporates flare reducing grate fin design with grooves to run grease into front collection channel
Full pilot and flame failure protection per burner
Lift out radiants, burners and grease tray baffles
Heavy-duty, heat resistant reinforced control knobs
Easy clean, installation and service
Waldorf Bold option
Default colour is black and other colour options are available
Dimensions
W: 450mm D: 805mm H: 1130mmVolume: 0.29m3Packed Weight: 133kg
Product Features
450mm gas chargrill on leg stand
48MJ/hr stainless steel burner
Reversible heavy-duty top grates
Inclined position incorporates flare reducing grate fin design with grooves to run grease into front collection channel
Full pilot and flame failure protection per burner
Lift out radiants, burners and grease tray baffles
Heavy-duty, heat resistant reinforced control knobs
Easy clean, installation and service
Waldorf Bold option
Default colour is black and other colour options are available
Dimensions
W: 600mm D: 805mm H: 570mmVolume: 0.37m3Packed Weight: 99kg
Product Features
600mm electric chargrill bench model
8.4kW heating power
450mm x 590 mm cooking area
Direct contact cooking elements with fast response heat control
Up to 400C cooking temperature
No cooking grates required
Manual water filled cooking well with drain
Vitreous enamelled control panel
Four 63mm dia. Heavy-duty stainless steel bench legs
Black vitreous enamel finish to front panels with stainless steel exterior
Fully modular, easy to clean and service
Dimensions
W: 600mm D: 805mm H: 1130mmVolume: 0.7m3Packed Weight: 127kg
Product Features
600mm electric chargrill with cabinet base
8.4kW heating power
450mm x 590 mm cooking area
Direct contact cooking elements with fast response heat control
Up to 400C cooking temperature
No cooking grates required
Manual water filled cooking well with drain
Vitreous enamelled control panel
Four 63mm dia. Heavy-duty stainless steel legs with adjustable feet at the front and two rollers at rear
Black vitreous enamel finish to front panels with stainless steel exterior
Fully modular, easy to clean and service
Optional GN 1/1 4 position racking kit
Dimensions
W: 600mm D: 805mm H: 1130mmVolume: 0.37m3Packed Weight: 99kg
Product Features
600mm electric chargrill on leg stand
8.4kW heating power
450mm x 590 mm cooking area
Direct contact cooking elements with fast response heat control
Up to 400C cooking temperature
No cooking grates required
Manual water filled cooking well with drain
Vitreous enamelled control panel
Four 63mm dia. Heavy-duty stainless steel legs with adjustable feet
Heavy-duty stainless steel finish
Black vitreous enamel finish to front panels with stainless steel exterior
Fully modular, easy to clean and service
Dimensions
W: 600mm D: 805mm H: 472mmVolume: 0.48m3Packed Weight: 171kg
Product Features
600mm gas chargrill bench model
2 x 33 MJ/hr 304 stainless steel U-burners
Reversible heavy-duty top grates
Inclined position to reduce flare and enhance grease run
Flame failure protection with continuous pilot burner
Lift out grates, radiants and baffles for cleaning
Heavy-duty reinforced control knobs
Easy clean, installation and service
Waldorf Bold option
Default colour is black and other colour options are available
Dimensions
W: 600mm D: 805mm H: 1130mmVolume: 0.7m3Packed Weight: 189kg
Product Features
600mm gas chargrill on cabinet base
2 x 33MJ/hr stainless steel burners
Reversible heavy-duty top grates
Inclined position incorporates flare reducing grate fin design with grooves to run grease into front collection channel
Full pilot and flame failure protection per burner
Lift out radiants, burners and grease tray baffles
Heavy-duty, heat resistant reinforced control knobs
Easy clean, installation and service
Waldorf Bold option
Default colour is black and other colour options are available
Dimensions
W: 600mm D: 805mm H: 972mmVolume: 0.48m3Packed Weight: 171kg
Product Features
600mm gas chargrill on leg stand
2 x 33 MJ/hr 304 stainless steel U-burners
Reversible heavy-duty top grates
Inclined position to reduce flare and enhance grease run
Flame failure protection with continuous pilot burner
Lift out grates, radiants and baffles for cleaning
Heavy-duty reinforced control knobs
Easy clean, installation and service
Waldorf Bold option
Default colour is black and other colour options are available
Dimensions
W: 900mm D: 805mm H: 570mmVolume: 0.37m3Packed Weight: 99kg
Product Features
900mm electric chargrill bench model
13.4kW heating power
730mm x 590 mm cooking area
Direct contact cooking elements with fast response heat control
Up to 400C cooking temperature
No cooking grates required
Manual water filled cooking well with drain
Vitreous enamelled control panel
Four 63mm dia. Heavy-duty stainless steel bench legs
Black vitreous enamel finish to front panels with stainless steel exterior
Fully modular, easy to clean and service
Dimensions
W: 900mm D: 805mm H: 1130mmVolume: 0.7m3Packed Weight: 127kg
Product Features
900mm electric chargrill with cabinet base
13.4kW heating power
730mm x 590 mm cooking area
Direct contact cooking elements with fast response heat control
Up to 400C cooking temperature
No cooking grates required
Manual water filled cooking well with drain
Vitreous enamelled control panel
Four 63mm dia. Heavy-duty stainless steel legs with adjustable feet at the front and two rollers at rear
Black vitreous enamel finish to front panels with stainless steel exterior
Fully modular, easy to clean and service
Optional GN 1/1 4 position racking kit
Dimensions
W: 900mm D: 805mm H: 1130mmVolume: 0.37m3Packed Weight: 99kg
Product Features
900mm electric chargrill on leg stand
13.4kW heating power
730mm x 590 mm cooking area
Direct contact cooking elements with fast response heat control
Up to 400C cooking temperature
No cooking grates required
Manual water filled cooking well with drain
Vitreous enamelled control panel
Four 63mm dia. Heavy-duty stainless steel legs with adjustable feet
Heavy-duty stainless steel finish
Black vitreous enamel finish to front panels with stainless steel exterior
Fully modular, easy to clean and service
Dimensions
W: 900mm D: 805mm H: 472mmVolume: 0.7m3Packed Weight: 232kg
Product Features
900mm gas chargrill bench model
3 x 33 MJ/hr 304 stainless steel U-burners
Reversible heavy-duty top grates
Inclined position to reduce flare and enhance grease run
Flame failure protection with continuous pilot burner
Lift out grates, radiants and baffles for cleaning
Heavy-duty reinforced control knobs
Easy clean, installation and service
Waldorf Bold option
Default colour is black and other colour options are available
Dimensions
W: 900mm D: 805mm H: 1130mmVolume: 1.03m3Packed Weight: 253kg
Product Features
900mm gas chargrill on cabinet base
3 x 33MJ/hr stainless steel burners
Reversible heavy-duty top grates
Inclined position incorporates flare reducing grate fin design with grooves to run grease into front collection channel
Full pilot and flame failure protection per burner
Lift out radiants, burners and grease tray baffles
Heavy-duty, heat resistant reinforced control knobs
Easy clean, installation and service
Waldorf Bold option
Default colour is black and other colour options are available
Dimensions
W: 900mm D: 805mm H: 972mmVolume: 0.7m3Packed Weight: 232kg
Product Features
900mm gas chargrill on leg stand
3 x 33 MJ/hr 304 stainless steel U-burners
Reversible heavy-duty top grates
Inclined position to reduce flare and enhance grease run
Flame failure protection with continuous pilot burner
Lift out grates, radiants and baffles for cleaning
Heavy-duty reinforced control knobs
Easy clean, installation and service
Waldorf Bold option
Default colour is black and other colour options are available
Dimensions
W: 900mm D: 805mm H: 1130mmVolume: 1.03m3Packed Weight: 325kg
Product Features
900mm solid fuel grill
3 modular width models
Heavy-duty fire box
Front panels 0.9mm stainless steel
50mm thick refractory brick lined fire box
Heavy-duty stainless steel rod grates
Stainless steel exterior
Open fire box easy clean
Fully modular for match suite finish
Optional GN 1/1 4 position racking kit
63mm dia heavy-duty 1.2mm stainless steel legs with adjustable feet
Dimensions
W: 900mm D: 805mm H: 970mmVolume: 1.03m3Packed Weight: 325kg
Product Features
900mm solid fuel grill
3 modular width models
Heavy-duty fire box
Front panels 0.9mm stainless steel
50mm thick refractory brick lined fire box
Heavy-duty stainless steel rod grates
Stainless steel exterior
Open fire box easy clean
Fully modular for match suite finish
Optional GN 1/1 4 position racking kit
63mm dia heavy-duty 1.2mm stainless steel legs with adjustable feet
Dimensions
W: 900mm D: 805mm H: 970mmVolume: 1.03m3Packed Weight: 325kg
Product Features
900mm solid fuel grill
3 modular width models
Heavy-duty fire box
Enamelled control panel
50mm thick refractory brick lined fire box
Heavy-duty stainless steel rod grates
Stainless steel exterior
Open fire box easy clean
Fully modular for match suite finish
Optional GN 1/1 4 position racking kit
63mm dia heavy-duty 1.2mm stainless steel legs with adjustable feet
The Gasmax JUS-TRH60E is a benchtop natural gas chargrill that delivers 600mm of charring surface across two burners, built for searing steaks, seafood and vegetables to order in busy commercial kitchens.
Why operators choose this chargrill
600mm 2-burner cooking zone — enough charring width to plate multiple proteins at once during service.
56 MJ/h gas input — fast heat-up and strong recovery so the grill bars stay hot under load.
Auto ignition with flame-failure shut-off — one-action lighting and an automatic gas cut-off if a flame goes out.
Stainless steel construction — wipes down fast and stands up to a high-volume line.
Removable drip tray — catches fat and runoff for quick end-of-shift cleaning.
Specifications
Brand
Gasmax
Model / MPN
JUS-TRH60E
Type
Chargrill
Burners
2
Gas input
56 MJ/h
Power type
Natural Gas
Gas inlet
1/2"
Ignition
Auto ignition with flame-failure shut-off
Construction
Stainless Steel
Drip tray
Yes, removable
Width
600mm
Depth
650mm
Height
475mm
Optional stand
JUS600E
Warranty
2 years parts & labour + 2 years parts only (with product registration)
Venue suitability: A compact, high-output chargrill suited to cafes, pubs, burger bars, food trucks and restaurant cooklines that need a dedicated char station without committing to a full floor-standing grill.
Browse the full Chargrills range to compare burner counts and widths, or see the rest of the GasMAX gas cooking line-up.
Installation & delivery: Gas equipment must be commissioned by an authorised technician on connection. Dispatched Australia-wide.
Frequently asked questions
What fuel does the Gasmax JUS-TRH60E use? It runs on natural gas with a 1/2" gas inlet and a total input of 56 MJ/h across its two burners.
How wide is the cooking surface? The chargrill is 600mm wide with two burners, giving enough charring width to cook several portions at once.
Does it have a safety cut-off? Yes. It uses auto ignition with flame-failure shut-off, which automatically stops the gas supply if a flame is extinguished.
Is a stand available? Yes, the optional JUS600E stand is available to raise the benchtop unit to a standing work height.
What warranty is included? It carries 2 years parts and labour plus a further 2 years parts-only warranty when the product is registered within 14 days of invoice.
