Commercial Cooklines
Professional Cooking Line Installations
Our commercial cookline installations are designed for performance, safety and efficiency in high-demand kitchens.
Built for heat. Designed for flow.
A well-planned cookline is the heart of any commercial kitchen. Correct positioning of cooking equipment, ventilation, and services is essential for maintaining speed, consistency, and safety during busy service periods.
Our cookline installations are planned to support real-world cooking demands, ensuring kitchens operate efficiently under pressure.
Commercial Cooklines Designed Around Your Menu & Service
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Every kitchen has different cooking requirements depending on menu type, volume, and service style. We design cooklines to suit how your kitchen operates, ensuring equipment is positioned for efficiency and safe use.
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Our cookline design considerations include:
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Logical equipment sequencing for smooth workflow
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Safe spacing between appliances
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Heat management and ventilation integration
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Ergonomic working heights and access
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Clear access for cleaning and maintenance
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This tailored approach helps reduce bottlenecks and supports consistent kitchen performance.
Integrated Ventilation, Gas & Equipment Installation
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Commercial cooklines must operate safely in conjunction with ventilation and gas safety systems. We coordinate cookline installations with extraction systems, gas interlocks, and catering equipment to ensure everything functions together as intended.
By integrating services from the outset, we help deliver cooklines that are compliant, reliable, and ready for daily use.
Installed for Safety, Performance & Compliance
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Correct installation is essential to ensure cooking equipment performs safely and efficiently. Our team installs cooklines with careful attention to manufacturer guidance and best-practice standards.
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Proper alignment and fixing of cooking equipment
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Correct service connections and clearances
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Effective integration with extraction canopies
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Safe access for operation and maintenance
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This structured approach helps reduce risk and supports compliance requirements in commercial kitchens.
Suitable for New Kitchens, Refits & Upgrades
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We install commercial cooklines as part of full kitchen projects and as standalone installations. Whether you are fitting out a new kitchen or upgrading an existing cooking line, we tailor our approach to suit your space and operational needs.
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Our cookline installations support:
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Restaurants and takeaways
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Hotels and hospitality kitchens
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Schools and education catering facilities
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Care homes and healthcare kitchens
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Food production and preparation environments
Commercial Cookline Installation Across Essex, London & the M25
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We provide commercial cookline design and installation across Essex, London, Kent, and the wider M25 area, supporting professional kitchens of all sizes.
If you are planning a new cookline installation or upgrading an existing setup, our team can provide clear, practical guidance tailored to your kitchen.
Next step:​
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Contact our team to discuss your commercial cookline installation requirements and arrange a consultation.
Get a Quote
Ready to discuss your project?
Whether you need a full commercial kitchen installation or a specialist service, our team is here to help. Get in touch with JLG Kitchens & Vent for expert advice and a no-obligation quotation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Commercial Cooklines
What is a commercial cookline?
A commercial cookline is the main cooking zone in a professional kitchen, typically made up of ranges, fryers, grills, solid tops, chargrills, and combination ovens. It is designed to handle high heat, heavy use, and fast service while maintaining safety and efficiency.
Why is professional cookline installation important?
Professional cookline installation ensures appliances are correctly positioned, safely connected, and fully compliant with gas, electric, ventilation, and health & safety regulations. Poor cookline layouts can cause safety risks, inefficient workflow, and failed inspections.
What regulations apply to commercial cooklines?
Commercial cooklines must comply with UK commercial kitchen regulations, including gas safety requirements, ventilation standards, and health & safety practices. Where gas appliances are used, compliance with BS6173 and suitable ventilation design is essential.
Can a cookline include both gas and electric appliances?
Yes. Many modern cooklines use a combination of gas and electric appliances. The cookline layout must account for different service requirements, heat output, and ventilation needs to ensure safe and efficient operation.
What is the difference between natural gas and LPG?
Natural gas is supplied via the mains and is commonly used in urban commercial kitchens. LPG (liquefied petroleum gas) is stored on-site and used where mains gas is unavailable. Appliances must be specifically designed or approved for the gas type being used.
Can fryers be installed next to solid tops or six-burner ranges?
Yes, but spacing, shielding, and ventilation must be carefully considered. Correct appliance positioning is essential to prevent overheating, reduce fire risk, and comply with safety guidance.
Do commercial cooklines require mechanical ventilation?
Yes. Cooklines generate significant heat, grease, smoke, and fumes. Mechanical extraction systems, including canopy hoods, are typically required to safely remove contaminants and support gas safety compliance.
Can combination ovens be included in a cookline?
Yes. Combination ovens are commonly integrated into cooklines or positioned adjacent to them. Their installation must consider ventilation, electrical supply, drainage, and manufacturer requirements.
Is gas safety a key consideration for cooklines?
Absolutely. Gas safety is critical. Installations must include correct appliance spacing, emergency isolation, ventilation provision, and interlock systems where required to ensure safe operation.
Can you supply commercial cooking appliances?
Yes. Cooking appliances can be supplied as part of a complete cookline solution or installed if already sourced.
Do you work with all cookline equipment manufacturers?
Yes. We work with all manufacturers except Adexa, allowing flexibility when specifying equipment to suit performance, layout, and budget.
Can you just set up and commission cookline appliances?
Yes. Appliance set-up and commissioning services are available, ensuring equipment is installed correctly, tested, and ready for safe commercial use.
How do I start a commercial cookline project?
The first step is a site survey. This allows space, appliance selection, service capacities, ventilation requirements, and workflow to be assessed before finalising the cookline layout.
Do you offer site surveys and quotations?
Yes. A free site survey and quotation is provided to assess your requirements, confirm compliance considerations, and provide accurate pricing.
How much does a commercial cookline cost?
Costs depend on appliance selection, gas or electric requirements, ventilation complexity, and installation scope. Investing in a correctly designed cookline helps avoid costly changes and operational inefficiencies later.
Can cooklines be installed in existing kitchens?
Yes. Cooklines can be installed or upgraded in existing kitchens as part of refurbishments, expansions, or compliance improvements.
Do you work with chefs, project managers, and engineers?
Yes. Cookline installations are coordinated with chefs, project managers, engineers, and installers to ensure performance, compliance, and efficient workflow.
How long does a commercial cookline installation take?
Installation times vary depending on appliance numbers, services, and ventilation work. Proper planning helps ensure installations are completed efficiently and to programme.
What areas do you cover for commercial cooklines?
Commercial cookline design, installation, and commissioning services are available across London, Essex, and inside and around the M25, supporting restaurants, bars, and large catering operations.
Why choose a specialist for commercial cooklines?
Specialists understand heat management, gas safety, ventilation, and real-world kitchen flow. This ensures cooklines are built to perform safely, efficiently, and reliably under the pressures of commercial service.