Oven Range

Q: Do commercial gas ovens run on LPG or natural gas?

Both — most ranges are made in natural gas (NG) and LPG versions, and some models can be converted with a manufacturer kit fitted by a licensed gasfitter. The two gas types run at different pressures, so always order the version that matches your site's supply. LPG models suit venues on bottled gas, food trucks and regional sites without a mains connection.

Commercial gas oven ranges for Australian restaurants, pubs, clubs and catering kitchens — freestanding units that pair open burners, a griddle or a grill plate up top with a gas static or fan-forced oven underneath. One footprint covers boiling, searing, roasting and baking, which is why a gas range is still the backbone of most cooklines. This collection sits within our full commercial ovens range; if you only need burners without the oven below, head to gas cooktops and stoves instead.

Who gas oven ranges are for

If your menu runs on pans and high heat, gas is hard to beat: burners respond instantly when you turn them up or down, recover fast between orders, and keep working through the kind of sustained service that punishes lesser equipment. Restaurants and bistros build the line around a six-burner range; cafes and food trucks with tight floor space fit a 600mm four-burner unit; pubs and clubs add a griddle-top model so breakfast service and burger nights run off the same appliance. Caterers and remote venues choose LPG models where there's no natural gas connection.

What's in scope

Gas burner ranges with static ovens

The classic configuration — two, four, six or eight open burners over a thermostatically controlled gas oven. Static ovens give steady, gentle bottom heat that suits roasts, casseroles and trays of sides, with easy-clean interiors built for daily commercial use.

Griddle and grill-plate combinations

Ranges that swap some or all burners for a machined griddle plate or char-style grill — the pick for breakfast venues, burger menus and anywhere flat-top cooking earns its keep. Many models mix both, with burners on one side and a griddle on the other.

Compact 600mm units through to 900mm-plus workhorses

Width drives capacity: 600mm ranges suit small kitchens and tight cooklines, 900mm covers most full-service venues, and wider formats handle high-volume production. Heavy-duty stainless steel construction is standard across the range, with natural gas and LPG options from brands like Waldorf, Blue Seal, Cobra, Thor and Gasmax.

How to choose a commercial gas oven range in three steps

Work through these three decisions in order and the shortlist gets small quickly.

Step 1 — Match the top to your menu

Count the pans you genuinely run at peak, not the burners you'd like to own. A four-burner top covers most cafes; a six-burner suits full a-la-carte service; add a griddle section if flat-top items are a daily fixture rather than an occasional special.

Step 2 — Pick the oven type and width

Static gas ovens are simple, reliable and ideal for roasting and holding; fan-forced versions cook faster and more evenly across multiple trays. Then check the footprint — measure your gap and remember clearances to side walls and combustible surfaces per the manufacturer's spec sheet, not just the unit width.

Step 3 — Confirm gas type and installation requirements

Order the unit to match your supply — natural gas and LPG models are not interchangeable without the correct conversion, and some models are sold in one configuration only. In Australia, commercial gas appliances must be connected by a licensed gasfitter, and your kitchen needs compliant mechanical exhaust over the cookline, so factor installation into the budget. Flame-failure protection is fitted to many current models and is worth shortlisting for.

Still weighing up gas against electric, or a range against a combi? Our guide to the best commercial ovens in Australia compares the main oven formats and where each one earns its place. For programmable steam-assisted cooking see combi steam ovens, or browse electric convection ovens if you want fan-forced baking without the gas connection.

Popular picks: two proven starting points are the Blue Seal Evolution G504D 600mm gas range with static oven for compact kitchens that won't compromise on build quality, and the Cobra CR9B 900mm two-burner and griddle gas range where a flat-top shares the duty with open burners.

Frequently asked questions

What is a commercial gas oven range?

A commercial gas oven range is a freestanding cooking unit that combines a gas cooktop — open burners, a griddle plate or both — with a gas oven in the cabinet below. It's designed for the duty cycle of a professional kitchen: heavy stainless construction, high-output burners and thermostatic oven control built to run through full service periods day after day.

Do commercial gas ovens run on LPG or natural gas?

Both — most ranges in this collection are made in natural gas (NG) and LPG versions, and some models can be converted between the two with a manufacturer kit fitted by a licensed gasfitter. The two gas types run at different pressures, so always order the version that matches your site's supply; LPG models suit venues on bottled gas, food trucks and regional sites without a mains connection.

Is gas or electric better for a commercial kitchen?

Gas gives instant, visible heat control and fast recovery, which is why chefs working pans at high heat usually prefer it; it also tends to cost less to run where natural gas is connected. Electric and induction equipment offers precise low-temperature control and simpler installation in sites without a gas supply. Many kitchens run both — a gas range on the cookline with electric convection or combi ovens alongside.

Do I need a licensed gasfitter to install a commercial gas oven?

Yes. In Australia, commercial gas appliances must be installed and connected by a licensed gasfitter, who will also issue the compliance documentation your insurer and council may ask for. Your kitchen will also need appropriate mechanical exhaust ventilation over gas cooking equipment, so confirm the rangehood setup before the unit arrives, not after.

Should I buy a 4 burner or 6 burner gas stove?

Size the top by your busiest service, not the average shift. Four burners handle most cafe and small-restaurant menus; six burners give a full-service kitchen room to run sauces, proteins and sides at once without queuing pans. If you're between the two, look at a six-burner 900mm range or a four-burner unit with a griddle section, depending on whether more pans or more flat-top is the real bottleneck.

Do you deliver commercial gas ranges across Australia?

Yes. Commercial Kitchen Store delivers Australia-wide, with Australian-based phone support on 1300 111 901 if you need help matching a model to your gas supply and footprint. Cover details for each model are on our warranty and service information page, and you'll find verified customer reviews on product pages to back your shortlist.