Star 624TF 24 Inch Gas Griddle with Embedded Thermostat 56600 BTU

Star  |  MFG #: 624TF  |  Item #: 114088  |  UPC #: 00663118335312
$2,279.00 $6,050.00
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  • Footprint & Configuration: Compact, stainless steel construction supports durable, space-efficient setup.
  • Capacity & Throughput: 56,600 BTU burner ensures rapid heat-up and high-volume cooking.
  • Core Performance Specs: 1" thick steel plate enables even heat distribution and consistent results.
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The Star 624TF (MIDDLEBY ESSENTIALS ITEM) Star-Max® Heavy Duty Gas Griddle is a commercial-grade countertop cooking device designed for high-demand foodservice environments. Featuring a 24" wide by 21" deep cooking surface, it utilizes a 1" thick polished steel griddle plate engineered for even heat distribution and durability. Powered by a robust 56,600 BTU burner, this unit offers precise temperature control through embedded modulating thermostats spaced every 12", coupled with heavy-duty knobs for operational reliability. Its construction includes a welded steel frame with stainless steel front, stainless steel sides, and a wrap-around splash guard, ensuring long-term resilience in busy kitchens. Suitable for diverse culinary applications, including breakfast, burgers, and stir-fry, the Star-Max® Heavy Duty Griddle combines technical excellence with straightforward maintenance, and it ships with a natural gas setup, including a conversion kit for LP fuel options. Its compact design and powerful performance make it an ideal solution for commercial kitchens seeking reliable, chef-friendly equipment.

The Star 624TF heavy-duty gas griddle features a precise 24" × 21" cooking surface with a 1" thick polished steel plate for optimal heat retention and even cooking. Its embedded thermostats enable accurate temperature regulation across the plate, making it suitable for high-volume, consistent food preparation. The stainless steel construction enhances durability, simplifies cleaning, and resists corrosion, while the welded steel frame and splash guard facilitate easy maintenance and robust use. Designed for countertop installation, it integrates seamlessly into various kitchen workflows, supporting multiple food prep stations and high throughput scenarios. The unit’s 56,600 BTU burner output ensures rapid heat-up and sustained performance under demanding workloads, ideal for busy commercial kitchens operating medium to high volumes.

Designed for medium- or high-volume foodservice kitchens requiring reliable, food-safe griddling performance.

The Star 624TF Gas Griddle operates on natural gas with a connection compatible with LP, including a conversion kit. It features a high wattage of 56,600 BTU, ensuring rapid heat generation and stable temperature control via solid-state thermostats. Its stainless steel exterior with a front and sides finish supports demanding kitchen environments and simplifies cleaning. The unit measures 24" wide, 29" deep, and 15.5" high, with a weight of 175 lbs, supporting stable countertop placement. The 1" thick polished steel cooking surface has a depth ranging from 20" to 23" and width from 19" to 24" to accommodate various cooking needs. Constructed with high-quality materials, it is UL and cULus listed and made in the USA, ensuring compliance with safety standards. The device's temperature range and robust frame make it suitable for intensive commercial applications. Maintenance involves straightforward cleaning of the steel surface and inspection of burners and thermostats, with included accessories for installation and operation. Its compact footprint complements busy kitchen layouts, providing efficient workflow integration.

Installation considerations include a proper clearance for airflow, drainage for grease troughs, and access for routine cleaning of the splash guard and griddle surface.

A commercial gas countertop griddle is a high-capacity cooking appliance designed for intense food prep in professional kitchens, featuring a flat, even cooking surface powered by gas burners. The Star 624TF (MIDDLEBY ESSENTIALS ITEM) Star-Max® Heavy Duty Griddle is a robust model offering a 24-inch width, 1-inch thick steel plate, and 56,600 BTU output, developed for versatile, high-volume use in restaurant and catering environments. Installed in busy kitchens, it supports tasks such as breakfast service, burger grilling, and stir-fry preparations, making it suitable for moderate to high throughput operations, particularly in establishments requiring durable equipment with precise temperature control.

Commercial countertop gas griddles like the Star 624TF (Middleby) deliver reliable performance, robust construction, and precise temperature control, ideal for medium to high-volume kitchens. Designed for operation in demanding environments, it supports versatile cooking applications while maintaining consistent heat transfer, making it a practical addition to any professional culinary space.

Star 624TF offers a high-performance, durable design with a stainless steel build that withstands demanding kitchen environments. Its powerful 56,600 BTU burner, embedded thermostats, and smooth steel surface ensure precise cooking and easy cleanup. This unit’s compact footprint and robust construction differentiate it from similar models, enhancing operational efficiency and sanitation in commercial kitchens.

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Product Description

The Star 624TF (MIDDLEBY ESSENTIALS ITEM) Star-Max® Heavy Duty Gas Griddle is a commercial-grade countertop cooking device designed for high-demand foodservice environments. Featuring a 24" wide by 21" deep cooking surface, it utilizes a 1" thick polished steel griddle plate engineered for even heat distribution and durability. Powered by a robust 56,600 BTU burner, this unit offers precise temperature control through embedded modulating thermostats spaced every 12", coupled with heavy-duty knobs for operational reliability. Its construction includes a welded steel frame with stainless steel front, stainless steel sides, and a wrap-around splash guard, ensuring long-term resilience in busy kitchens. Suitable for diverse culinary applications, including breakfast, burgers, and stir-fry, the Star-Max® Heavy Duty Griddle combines technical excellence with straightforward maintenance, and it ships with a natural gas setup, including a conversion kit for LP fuel options. Its compact design and powerful performance make it an ideal solution for commercial kitchens seeking reliable, chef-friendly equipment.

Top Star (Middleby) 624TF Features

The Star 624TF heavy-duty gas griddle features a precise 24" × 21" cooking surface with a 1" thick polished steel plate for optimal heat retention and even cooking. Its embedded thermostats enable accurate temperature regulation across the plate, making it suitable for high-volume, consistent food preparation. The stainless steel construction enhances durability, simplifies cleaning, and resists corrosion, while the welded steel frame and splash guard facilitate easy maintenance and robust use. Designed for countertop installation, it integrates seamlessly into various kitchen workflows, supporting multiple food prep stations and high throughput scenarios. The unit’s 56,600 BTU burner output ensures rapid heat-up and sustained performance under demanding workloads, ideal for busy commercial kitchens operating medium to high volumes.

  • Powerful performance: 56,600 BTU burner delivers rapid, consistent heat
  • Durable construction: 1" steel plate and stainless steel frame resist wear
  • Effortless maintenance: Stainless steel surfaces and splash guard simplify cleaning
  • Versatile usage: Fits countertop setup for breakfast, burgers, or stir-fry stations
  • Accurate control: Embedded thermostats enable precise temperature management

Designed for medium- or high-volume foodservice kitchens requiring reliable, food-safe griddling performance.

624TF Technical Specs

The Star 624TF Gas Griddle operates on natural gas with a connection compatible with LP, including a conversion kit. It features a high wattage of 56,600 BTU, ensuring rapid heat generation and stable temperature control via solid-state thermostats. Its stainless steel exterior with a front and sides finish supports demanding kitchen environments and simplifies cleaning. The unit measures 24" wide, 29" deep, and 15.5" high, with a weight of 175 lbs, supporting stable countertop placement. The 1" thick polished steel cooking surface has a depth ranging from 20" to 23" and width from 19" to 24" to accommodate various cooking needs. Constructed with high-quality materials, it is UL and cULus listed and made in the USA, ensuring compliance with safety standards. The device's temperature range and robust frame make it suitable for intensive commercial applications. Maintenance involves straightforward cleaning of the steel surface and inspection of burners and thermostats, with included accessories for installation and operation. Its compact footprint complements busy kitchen layouts, providing efficient workflow integration.

  • Electrical requirements: Gas-powered, no electrical connection needed
  • Cooling method: Not applicable; air-cooled burner system
  • Dimensions: 24" W × 29" D × 15.5" H
  • Construction & finish: Stainless steel front & sides, polished steel surface
  • Weight: 175 lbs
  • Temperature range: Precise control via embedded thermostat, operating up to safe maximums
  • Food safety & maintenance: Corrosion-resistant surfaces, easy cleaning routine, included LP conversion kit

Installation considerations include a proper clearance for airflow, drainage for grease troughs, and access for routine cleaning of the splash guard and griddle surface.

What is a commercial gas countertop griddle?

A commercial gas countertop griddle is a high-capacity cooking appliance designed for intense food prep in professional kitchens, featuring a flat, even cooking surface powered by gas burners. The Star 624TF (MIDDLEBY ESSENTIALS ITEM) Star-Max® Heavy Duty Griddle is a robust model offering a 24-inch width, 1-inch thick steel plate, and 56,600 BTU output, developed for versatile, high-volume use in restaurant and catering environments. Installed in busy kitchens, it supports tasks such as breakfast service, burger grilling, and stir-fry preparations, making it suitable for moderate to high throughput operations, particularly in establishments requiring durable equipment with precise temperature control.

Top countertop gas griddles for high-demand foodservice settings

Commercial countertop gas griddles like the Star 624TF (Middleby) deliver reliable performance, robust construction, and precise temperature control, ideal for medium to high-volume kitchens. Designed for operation in demanding environments, it supports versatile cooking applications while maintaining consistent heat transfer, making it a practical addition to any professional culinary space.

  • Operation Type — suitable for busy restaurant prep stations
  • Kitchen Type — ideal for compact commercial kitchens
  • Foodservice Category — common in fast casual and full-service restaurants
  • Workload Qualifier — supporting moderate to frequent food production
  • Use Case — for high-volume griddling of breakfast, sandwiches, or stir-fry

Why Choose Star 624TF

Star 624TF offers a high-performance, durable design with a stainless steel build that withstands demanding kitchen environments. Its powerful 56,600 BTU burner, embedded thermostats, and smooth steel surface ensure precise cooking and easy cleanup. This unit’s compact footprint and robust construction differentiate it from similar models, enhancing operational efficiency and sanitation in commercial kitchens.

  • Compact footprint supports efficient workspace layout
  • Heavy-duty steel construction increases longevity
  • Precise thermostat control improves cooking consistency
  • Stainless steel design simplifies cleaning and maintenance
  • Robust burner system for rapid heat-up and recovery

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UL EPH Classified

This item meets or exceeds ANSI/NSF requirements and complies with United Laboratories (UL) EPH standards.

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UL US & Canada

The item has been tested by Underwriters Laboratories (UL) for sanitation hazard standards and meets or exceeds expectations. The item can be used in the United States and Canada.

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Made in the USA

This item was made in the United States of America.

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Star 624TF 24 Inch Gas Griddle with Embedded Thermostat 56600 BTU

$2,279.00 $6,050.00

Star (Middleby), 624TF, (MIDDLEBY ESSENTIALS ITEM) Star-Max® Heavy Duty Griddle, gas, countertop, 24" W x 21" D cooking surface, 1" thick polished steel griddle plate, embedded modulating thermostat every 12", heavy duty knobs, wrap-around stainless steel splash guard, grease trough & stainless steel drawer, welded steel frame with stainless steel front, 4" legs, 56,600 BTU, cULus, UL EPH Classified, Made in USA, (ships Natural gas includes LP conversion kit)