Tabletop Gas Stove

A tabletop gas stove — a tabletop-format gas stove is widely used in professional kitchens as an additional or primary cooking appliance in small spaces; gas burners provide instant and precise heat control, which can be adjusted from minimal simmering heat to maximum power with a single hand movement, making the gas stove a favourite appliance among chefs.

Tabletop gas stove — construction and burners

A tabletop gas stove — a tabletop-format gas stove is usually equipped with 2 or 4 burners, providing sufficient cooking capacity for a small or medium-sized kitchen. Burner power — professional gas stove burners are more powerful than domestic stoves; typically, power ranges from 3,5 kW to 7 kW per burner; the larger central burners with high power are suitable for rapid boiling of water or high-temperature frying. Stainless steel body — the body of a tabletop gas stove is made of stainless steel, which is durable, easy to clean and suitable for intensive HoReCa use; see gas stoves. BHS supplies gas stoves.

Installation and gas connection

A tabletop gas stove — installing a tabletop-format gas stove is simple but requires careful safety compliance and a proper gas connection. Surface and stability — the stove is placed on a stable, heat-resistant work surface; the surface must be resistant to high temperatures; a metal or heat-resistant material spacer is usually used.

HACCP and safety requirements for a gas stove

A tabletop gas stove — a gas stove in a professional kitchen requires compliance with fire safety and gas safety requirements, as well as HACCP food hygiene requirements. Ventilation — gas combustion consumes oxygen and produces CO2; the kitchen must have sufficient ventilation available; a vapour extractor above the stove is mandatory. Gas leak control — regular checks of gas connections and the installation of gas detectors are recommended for safety; first aid instructions for gas leaks should be displayed in the kitchen. Stove cleaning — burners, grates and the stove surface must be cleaned regularly of grease deposits and food residues; see Gas Stove with Oven.

HoReCa usage scenarios for a tabletop gas stove

A small restaurant kitchen with a tabletop gas stove — in a small restaurant or bistro where floor space is limited, a tabletop gas stove is the ideal solution; a 4-burner model provides sufficient capacity for lunch or dinner service; BHS supplies gas stoves. Catering kitchen or mobile catering — for a catering company or mobile catering, a tabletop gas stove is easy to transport and install in a new location. Additional cooking zone during the season — for a seasonal dining establishment or event catering, an additional tabletop stove expands cooking capacity; BHS supplies products. BHS offers tabletop gas stoves for HoReCa businesses.

Frequently asked questions

Is a tabletop gas stove compatible with all types of gas? A tabletop gas stove — professional gas stoves are usually configured for natural gas (G20) or liquefied petroleum gas (propane/butane G30/G31); the specific gas type should be checked before purchase; reconfiguration to another gas type may be possible with an additional kit; consult with BHS specialists; see gas stoves.

What power is suitable for restaurant needs? A tabletop gas stove — the total power of a tabletop stove is usually 8–20 kW (2–4 burners); for larger restaurants with high throughput, a 4-burner model with high single-burner power is recommended; for smaller businesses or as an additional stove, a 2-burner model may be sufficient; see Gas Stove with Stand or Neutral Cabinet.

Why choose BHS?

BHS – Baltic HoReCa Solutions supplies professional equipment for restaurants, cafés, hotels and canteens: more than 20,000 products from many manufacturers. Our specialists help you choose the right equipment and spare parts for your kitchen or bar.

Delivery

We deliver across the European Union. Delivery time and cost depend on the order volume and destination — contact the BHS team for an exact price and lead time.