Overview

Roband GSA810S Grill Station 8 Slice Smooth Plates 10 Amp

The Roband GSA810S Grill Station is a professional-grade contact grill built in Australia from 304 stainless steel, designed to handle the demands of busy cafés, restaurants, takeaways, canteens and sandwich shops. Cooking plates are manufactured using a high-pressure die-casting process in aluminium, with elements embedded directly into the casting to deliver efficient, directional heat transfer across a 500 x 275 mm smooth cooking surface, ensuring food is cooked rapidly and with even colouration every time.

With an 8-slice capacity, a precise thermostat covering 50°C to 300°C, and a 5-minute manual timer with audible buzzer, the GSA810S is equally at home toasting paninis, focaccias and sandwiches as it is grilling meat, poultry and fish. Thoughtful design details such as a counter-balanced top plate, load limiter, high splash guard and front-positioned grease collection box make it a practical and low-maintenance workhorse for any high-volume kitchen.

Key Benefits

• Cast-in plate elements distribute heat uniformly across both the upper and lower cooking surfaces, eliminating hot spots and ensuring consistently cooked results across every slice.
• The ability to switch between top-and-bottom or bottom-plate-only operation adds versatility, allowing the unit to function as a contact grill or an open griddle depending on the menu.
• A counter-balanced top plate combined with an ergonomic arched handle makes one-handed loading and unloading straightforward, keeping service moving during peak periods.
• The load limiter restricts how heavily the upper plate bears down against delicate or thin items during cooking or toasting, protecting food quality and appearance from over-compression.
• A high splash guard keeps the top plate positioned over the bottom plate at all times, directing grease and crumbs onto the bottom plate and into the front-positioned grease collection box for easy removal and cleaning.
• The 5-minute manual timer with warning buzz helps staff manage cook times without constant monitoring, reducing the risk of over-cooking during a busy service.
• Elimination of a back cable reduces counter footprint and keeps the work area tidy, maximising usable bench space in compact kitchens.
• An angled control panel provides clear visibility of thermostat and timer settings without the operator needing to lean over the unit.
• Australian-made construction with a 12-month parts and labour warranty provides confidence in long-term reliability and local support.

Key Features

• 8-slice sandwich capacity with a 500 x 275 mm smooth cooking surface.
• Aluminium cooking plates produced via a high-pressure die-casting process, with heating elements cast directly into the plate body for efficient, directional and even heat transfer.
• Precise thermostat with a temperature range of 50°C to 300°C for accurate cooking control.
• Consistent temperature spread maintained across the full surface of each plate and from the lower plate through to the upper plate.
• Operates in top-and-bottom plate mode or bottom-plate-only mode, selectable by the operator.
• Counter-balanced top plate with ergonomic arched handle for easy one-handed operation.
• Top plate can be held in a partially raised position of approximately 45°, facilitating straightforward loading and unloading of food.
• Load limiter mechanism limits the downward force the upper plate exerts on items being cooked or toasted, preserving the integrity of delicate or thin food.
• High splash guard ensures the top plate is always positioned over the bottom plate, directing grease and crumbs downward.
• Front-positioned grease collection box captures grease and crumbs and is easy to remove for cleaning.
• 5-minute manual timer with audible warning buzz.
• Angled control panel for clear visibility of timer and thermostat settings.
• Back-cable-free design minimises counter space requirements.
• Plate spacers available separately for grilling very thin contents.
• Optional ribbed top plate or non-stick coating available.
• Constructed from 304 stainless steel.
• Includes one premium spatula.
• Includes a non-stick grill sheet (PTFE/Teflon) and retainer clip.
• 2300 W, 240 V single phase, 10 Amp plug.
• Manufactured in Australia.
• 12-month parts and labour warranty.

Specifications

• Width (mm): 560
• Depth (mm): 490
• Height (mm): 228
• Weight (kg): 35
• Colour: Stainless Steel
• Gas Type: N/A (Electric)
• Gas Connection: N/A (Electric)
• Shipping Weight: 26
• Shipping Cubic: 0.147
• Packed Width (mm): 655.0
• Packed Height (mm): 385.0
• Packed Depth (mm): 650.0
• Capacity (Litres): 8 slice
• Power Delivery: 2300w
• Power Rating: 2300w
• Power Supply: 240V Single Phase
• Power (kW): 2300
• Voltage/Phase: 230V Single Phase
• Warranty (months): 12 months
• Country of Origin: Australia
• Australian Made Logo: YES
• Material: 304 Stainless Steel
• Door Type: Roller Door
• Temperature Range: 50°C - 300°C
• Fuel Type: Electric
• Plate Type: Smooth
• Cooking Surface Area (mm): 500 x 275
• Control Type: Manual Timer + Thermostat
• Temperature Control: Thermostat