Benchtop Cooking

Atlantic Equipment stocks a comprehensive range of commercial benchtop cooking equipment for Australian cafes, restaurants, fast-casual venues, and catering operations. From conveyor toasters and contact grills to waffle makers and toaster ovens, our benchtop cooking range is built to commercial standards for continuous high-frequency use without the footprint of full floor-standing cooking lines. Contact our team for help selecting the right benchtop cooking equipment for your menu and service volume.

Benchtop Griddles

Benchtop Griddles

 Sandwich Presses

Sandwich Presses

 Panini Grills

Panini Grills

 Waffle makers

Waffle makers

 Crepe Machines

Crepe Machines

 Hot Dog Machines

Hot Dog Machines

Commercial Benchtop Cooking Equipment for Professional Kitchens

Commercial benchtop cooking equipment allows kitchens to add specialist cooking capabilities without committing to full floor-standing cooking line installations. These units are built to commercial standards with duty cycles, element ratings, and surface materials designed for the continuous use demands of professional food service — not the intermittent use of domestic appliances. Conveyor toasters deliver consistent, adjustable-speed toasting at high throughput for breakfast service and burger operations. Contact grills and sandwich presses handle paninis, toasties, and grilled products with commercial-grade cast iron plates. Toaster ovens and multi-function grillers provide radiant and convection heat for a wide range of menu applications in a compact footprint. Waffle makers and specialty appliances extend menu range for venues with specific breakfast or dessert programs.

Our Benchtop Cooking Range

Atlantic Equipment stocks benchtop cooking equipment from Woodson, Rowlett, and Waring. The Woodson Starline range includes the W.CVT.D conveyor toasters (front or rear exit), W.GPC Pro Series contact grills with single-piece stainless steel plates, W.GTQI multi-function glass element toaster grillers (4, 8, and 15-slice capacity), and the W.GDT compact salamander series. Rowlett’s commercial toasters include the Premier (4 and 6-slot) and Esprit (4 and 6-slot, available in chrome and jet black) with replaceable elements and optional sandwich cages. Waring contributes commercial waffle makers and specialty cooking appliances for breakfast and dessert menus. With 73 products in the category, the range covers every common benchtop cooking application.

Why Buy from Atlantic Equipment?

Atlantic Equipment is a leading Australian supplier of commercial kitchen equipment, offering expert advice, fast nationwide delivery, and competitive pricing. With over 20 years of industry experience, our team can help you select the right benchtop cooking equipment for your specific operation, whether you run a cafe, restaurant, hotel, or large-scale food production facility.

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Benchtop Cooking FAQs

What types of benchtop cooking equipment does Atlantic Equipment stock?

We stock conveyor toasters, contact grills and sandwich presses, multi-function toaster grillers, commercial pop-up toasters, waffle makers, and specialty benchtop cooking appliances. Brands include Woodson (Starline series), Rowlett (Premier and Esprit toasters), and Waring (waffle makers and specialty appliances), with 73 products in the range.

What should I look for when buying commercial benchtop cooking equipment?

Match the equipment to your specific menu and service volume. For conveyor toasters, check slices-per-hour throughput, belt speed adjustability, and slot width (for different bread types). For contact grills, look for cast iron or stainless steel plate material, single vs dual-element heating, and plate area (matched to your product size). For toaster ovens, consider the number of slots or trays, element type (quartz infrared vs conventional), and whether you need multi-function capability (toast, grill, warm).

What brands of benchtop cooking equipment does Atlantic Equipment carry?

We carry Woodson (Starline W.CVT conveyor toasters, W.GPC Pro contact grills, W.GTQI multi-function grillers, W.GDT salamanders), Rowlett (Premier and Esprit commercial pop-up toasters in 4 and 6-slot configurations), and Waring (commercial waffle makers and specialty appliances).

Can I get benchtop cooking equipment delivered Australia-wide?

Yes. Atlantic Equipment delivers commercial benchtop cooking equipment to all Australian states and territories. Most benchtop units are compact enough for standard freight services, with larger contact grills and conveyor toasters dispatched via specialist commercial freight. Contact us for delivery options and timeframes to your location.

What is the difference between a conveyor toaster and a pop-up toaster for commercial kitchens?

A conveyor toaster is designed for continuous high-volume throughput — bread enters one end on a moving belt and exits the other, toasted, without any manual timing or intervention. This makes them ideal for hotel breakfast service, cafes, and burger operations where throughput is critical. Pop-up toasters (like the Rowlett Premier and Esprit) are better suited to venues with lower volume or where different bread products require individual handling — they offer more control per slot and are easier to clean, but cannot match the throughput of a conveyor unit.