Electric Salamander Grills
An electric salamander grill is an overhead radiant finishing grill powered by mains electricity, suited to cafes, hotels and care homes without a gas supply or wanting steadier, easier-to-control heat for gratinating, browning and toasting dishes at the pass. It’s a direct alternative to a gas salamander where site power infrastructure favours electric.
Key specifications
Electric salamander grills typically offer cooking widths from around 400mm to 900mm, drawing 2-7kW on a 13A single-phase supply for smaller wall or counter-mounted units, rising to three-phase for larger models. Look for an adjustable grid or rack height to control distance from the heating elements, a temperature range up to around 300°C, 304 stainless steel construction, and a wall-mounted or stand-mounted fitting option depending on available pass space.
Electric Salamander Grills — FAQs
Why choose an electric salamander over gas?
Electric suits sites without gas access, avoids the need for Gas Safe certification, and gives more even, steady heat suited to delicate finishing tasks like meringues or careful cheese browning.
Can an electric salamander grill be wall-mounted above a pass?
Yes — most electric salamanders are designed for wall mounting above a griddle, oven or worktop at the pass, saving valuable counter space in a tight kitchen layout.
Lincat is the dominant stocked brand, with Giorik and Roller Grill also well represented, suiting cafes, hotels and care homes without gas supply.