ChefsFirst Natural Gas Countertop Griddle 24" SE-HCG24NG

The ChefsFirst® SE-HCG24NG is a 24" countertop gas griddle for restaurants, cafes, diners and caterers that need a flat-top cooking surface in a compact section of the line. It runs on natural gas, as the NG at the end of the model number shows. It sits on an existing work table, equipment stand or chef base, so you do not need a floor-standing range. The same countertop griddle line also comes in 36" and 48" widths.

Key features

• 24" nominal width, sized for a 24" section of a countertop cooking line.
• Natural gas model, marked by the NG suffix in the model number.
• Countertop design that sits on a work table, equipment stand or chef base.
• Flat-top cooking surface for eggs, pancakes, bacon, burgers, grilled sandwiches and vegetables.
• Also comes in wider sizes: ChefsFirst SE-HCG36NG (36") and SE-HCG48NG (48").
• Same width as the ChefsFirst SE-HCCB24NG 24" natural gas charbroiler, so the two can sit side by side on a line.

ChefsFirst SE-HCG24NG specifications

Brand	ChefsFirst
Model number	SE-HCG24NG
Store SKU	CCKSCF-HCG24NG
Product type	Countertop gas griddle
Nominal width	24"
Gas type	Natural gas
Installation	Countertop

Frequently asked questions

What type of gas does the ChefsFirst SE-HCG24NG use?

It uses natural gas. The NG at the end of the model number marks it as the natural gas version. A qualified gas installer should connect it, following local codes.

Is the SE-HCG24NG a griddle or a charbroiler?

It is a griddle with a flat cooking surface, used for eggs, pancakes, smashed burgers and sandwiches. If you need grates and char marks, the matching unit is the ChefsFirst SE-HCCB24NG 24" natural gas charbroiler.

What sizes does this ChefsFirst griddle line come in?

The line comes in three widths: 24" (SE-HCG24NG), 36" (SE-HCG36NG) and 48" (SE-HCG48NG). All three are countertop natural gas models. The wider units give you more cooking area for higher-volume service.

Does the SE-HCG24NG need a stand or base?

Yes. It is a countertop unit, so it needs a sturdy, heat-suitable surface such as a stainless steel equipment stand, work table or refrigerated chef base rated for the weight. Keep the clearances to combustible surfaces that the installation instructions specify.

Does a countertop gas griddle need a ventilation hood?

In most jurisdictions, yes. Commercial gas griddles produce grease-laden vapor, and local codes generally require them to sit under a commercial kitchen exhaust hood. Check the requirements with your local building or fire authority before you install it.

Who makes ChefsFirst?

ChefsFirst is East Bay Restaurant Supply's own brand of commercial kitchen equipment. East Bay Restaurant Supply has stores in Oakland and Sacramento, California, and can be reached at (510) 465-4300.

How is it delivered?

It ships on a pallet by freight truck. A lift gate fee applies to large items like this one if you don't have a loading dock and is calculated at checkout.