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How to Choose the Best Commercial Gas Oven for Your Restaurant

Introduction

When you’re stepping into the restaurant, cloud kitchen, or foodservice space in India, choosing the right commercial gas oven is a decision that directly impacts kitchen performance and consistency. Whether it’s for baking fresh bread, pizzas, or roasting meats, the right oven ensures speed, uniform cooking, and energy efficiency. But with so many options, how do you know what fits your kitchen best?

This guide breaks it down clearly — from oven types, fuel choices, capacity and BTU ratings to essential specifications and after-sales support. Let’s make it easy for you to choose smart and cook smarter.

1. Understand Your Cooking Needs

Ask yourself: – What’s on your menu most days? – Do you need speed or slow precision cooking? – Will you be cooking in high volumes?

Different needs = different ovens. A bakery may need consistent heat for cakes, while a pizza kitchen might prioritize stone-based ovens for crust crisping.

2. Types of Commercial Gas Ovens in India

Oven Type

Best For

Pros

Considerations

Deck Oven

Breads, cakes, pizzas

Even heat, durable build

Slow preheat, bigger size

Convection

Pastries, cookies, roasts

Fast, uniform baking

Not for heavy dough

Conveyor

High-volume pizza chains

Automated, high output

Bulky, energy intensive

Pizza Oven

Pizzerias, fast-bake menus

Fast fire-up, great crust

Limited use cases

3. Fuel Type: LPG vs PNG

Most ovens in India run on LPG or PNG. GBM Industries clearly supports both LPG and PNG options in its gas oven range.

Feature

LPG

PNG

Availability

Easy to source across India

Common in metros

Heat Output

High BTU

Medium BTU

Installation

Easy setup

Needs piped line

Cost Efficiency

Slightly costlier long-term

Cheaper running cost

Tip: If you have PNG supply access, it can save fuel costs in the long run.

4. Key Specs to Look For

a. BTU Output

  • Light use: 20,000–30,000 BTU
  • Mid-range: 30,000–60,000 BTU
  • Heavy duty: 70,000+ BTU

b. Trays/Decks

  • Small kitchen: 2–4 trays
  • Mid-size kitchen: 4–6 trays
  • High output: 6–12 trays

c. Material Build

  • Always go for stainless steel. It’s rust-resistant and lasts longer.

d. Controls & Interface

  • Choose digital controls if you need programmable settings. Manual knobs are fine for simple operations.

e. Safety Features

  • Auto shut-off, flame failure protection, ventilation-ready, insulated doors.

5. Matching Oven to Kitchen Size

Kitchen Type

Ideal Oven Type

Capacity

Café/Cloud Kitchen

Convection or Deck

2–4 trays

Mid-size Restaurant

Deck or Convection

4–6 trays

High Volume Outlet

Conveyor or Double Deck

6–12 trays+

Also ensure you’ve got good ventilation space around the oven.

6. After-Sales Support and Service

Always pick a brand that’s strong on post-sale support. GBM Industries is known across India for: – Fast service support – Easily available spare parts – Reliable installation assistance – Warranty coverage

This makes a big difference when uptime matters.

7. Why Choose a Gas Oven Over Electric

Gas ovens are: – Faster to heat up (especially for high-volume hours) – Better for even cooking on large trays – Cheaper to run long-term, especially with PNG

Perfect for Indian commercial cooking — whether it’s naans, parathas, bakery trays or grills.

8. Additional Options by GBM Industries

GBM ovens also support multiple upgrade and control features:

Available Options: – Exhaust Blower – Vertical Door – Front & Back Door – PID Controller with SSR/SCR – Forced Exhaust – Thyristor – PLC with HMI – Spare Parts – Observation Window and Illumination – Blower – Burner Interlock

9. Technical Specifications (GBM Industries)

Feature

Specification

Design

Batch Type / Modular / Cassette Type

Outer Chamber Construction

HR / CR Steel

Inner Chamber Construction

MS Sheet, SS Sheet, or GI Sheets

Insulation

Rock wool / Mineral wool

Air Circulation

Vertical, Horizontal, or Combination

Temperature Range

Ambient to 150℃ / 250℃ / 400℃ / 500℃

Temperature Uniformity

±5℃

Control Panel

GBM Make

Inner Finish

High Temperature Aluminium Paint

Outer Finish

Double Coat Enamel Finish

Trolley with Track

Yes

These reflect GBM’s high standards in industrial-grade oven design.

Final Buying Checklist ✅

  • What’s your cooking priority?
  • LPG or PNG – which fits your kitchen?
  • Required tray capacity?
  • BTU rating suitable for your food volume?
  • Got proper ventilation space?
  • All key safety features included?
  • Service support available in your city?

Final Word

A commercial gas oven isn’t just another appliance — it’s the backbone of your production. The right pick will save time, reduce energy bills, and deliver consistently great results. GBM Industries offers ovens that meet both performance and durability needs, tailored for Indian food businesses.

Check out GBM’s full range or connect with our specialists for one-on-one help. Let’s build a kitchen that works as hard as you do.

Need expert advice? Call GBM today for a free consultation or installation plan for your space.

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