Southbend Ranges

Southbend Ranges: What You Need to Know

Southbend commercial ranges have been refined over more than a century to meet the needs of high-volume kitchens. Available in multiple burner counts, oven configurations, and base options, these ranges give chefs the flexibility to tailor equipment to their menu. Operators can choose from storage bases, standard ovens, or convection ovens, all within the same footprint.

Highlights:

• Configurable with storage cabinets, standard ovens, or convection ovens
• Gas, electric, and propane models available
• Wide selection of burner counts and surfaces
• Reliable design built for heavy commercial use

Common Questions About Southbend Ranges

What bases are available on Southbend ranges?

Southbend ranges have several base options to augment the cooking power presented up top. The main options for range bases are:

• Cabinet - simple storage space for cooking equipment.
• Standard oven - additional cooking power with a regular, non-convection oven.
• Convection oven - additional cooking power with convection technology to provide a fast, even bake.
• Combinations of the above - if you need storage space and cooking power, you can choose a range base that offers both.

The larger your range is, the more options you'll have for adding functional bases. Doubling up functionality with a range and convection oven, for example, gives you a significant boost in how much you can cook in a given footprint and span of time. However, this is only beneficial if some of your food needs an oven. If you're exclusively offering range-cooked foods, a storage cabinet would be your best option.

Should I choose a gas or electric range?

While Southbend gas ranges are the first choices for many chefs, electric ranges can match the heat output of natural gas while bringing their own benefits. Southbend electric ranges can be more cost effective in certain areas where natural gas is more expensive than electricity. Liquid propane units are typically used in areas in which natural gas and electricity are unavailable or when the Southbend range must be mobile.

What do I do if the pilot light on my Southbend gas range goes out?

Fortunately, our guide on how to troubleshoot a Southbend oven pilot light provides simple, step-by-step instructions for relighting the pilot.

Which types of Southbend ranges are available?

Southbend manufactures three main series of commercial ranges: the Platinum Series (premium, heavy-duty performance), the Ultimate Series (versatile and flexible with multiple burner options), and the S-Series (budget-friendly reliability). Each line is designed for different kitchen sizes and cooking needs.

Learn more about each series in our full guide