Charvet Premier Ranges Ltd

What Charvet Premier Ranges Ltd does

Charvet Premier Ranges Ltd is the UK trading subsidiary of Charvet, a French manufacturer of professional heavy-duty commercial cooking equipment founded approximately 100 years ago and based in Charavines at the foot of the Chartreuse mountains. The UK entity operates from a small sales, customer-enquiry, and spare-parts office in Weedon Bec, Northampton, with six employees handling distributor relationships and aftermarket support.

The company designs and manufactures a comprehensive portfolio of modular cooking suites across the PRO700, PRO800, PRO900, and PRO1000 depth series, supplemented by bespoke custom suites in Traditional, Modern, and Compact variants. Core technology centers on heavy-duty construction (3mm stainless-steel tops, 10mm-thick bottoms), high-efficiency induction hobs (95% energy efficiency versus 65% for gas), salamanders reaching 570°C, multi-zone planchas at up to 450°C, and motorized tilting bratt pans and boiling pans. Charvet also offers a proprietary in-house enamel factory enabling the Premium Finish colored-panel option across nine standard colors, and an affordable Charvet ONE entry-level range.

Commercially, Charvet operates a 100% indirect sales model through the Cedabond consortium of more than 100 UK catering-equipment distributors, kitchen designers, and consultants, with additional reach via the Autoquotes digital platform. Revenue is generated through hardware sales of suites, modular units, and components, plus spare parts and after-sales service; bespoke commissions form the premium tier. End customers are concentrated in fine-dining restaurants, luxury and boutique hotels, hospitality groups, and catering colleges, with installations documented at venues including The Lanesborough, Core by Clare Smyth, Jamie Oliver Group HQ, and multiple UK colleges.

Name

Charvet Premier Ranges Ltd

Legal name

Charvet Premier Ranges Ltd

Website

https://charvet.co.uk

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Charvet Premier Ranges Ltd is the UK distributor and sales arm of Charvet, a French manufacturer of premium heavy-duty commercial cooking suites, bespoke kitchens, and induction/specialty cooking equipment, selling exclusively through catering-equipment distributors to fine-dining restaurants, luxury hotels, and culinary colleges.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Cooking Equipment

akta.pro primary industry

Restaurant & Commercial Kitchen Equipment Wholesale (AFAIALAB)

Keywords

• Professional cooking equipment
• Commercial kitchen ranges
• Heavy-duty catering equipment
• Modular cooking suites
• Bespoke kitchen design

Headquarters

HQ city

Weedon Bec, Northampton

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Heavy-duty Cooking Equipment Sales: Sale of professional cooking ranges, cooking suites, and heavy-duty catering equipment including PRO series (PRO700, PRO800, PRO900, PRO1000), modular units, and component parts.
2. Bespoke Cooking Suite Design and Manufacturing: Custom-designed and manufactured cooking suites tailored to specific customer requirements, representing the premium/high-end segment of the product range.
3. Spare Parts and After-Sales Service: Supply of spare parts and ongoing support services for installed equipment, with the UK office maintaining stock of most requested parts.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels8 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Charvet manufactures professional heavy-duty commercial cooking equipment including modular cooking suites (PRO700, PRO800, PRO900, PRO1000 series), bespoke custom-designed cooking suites in Traditional, Modern, and Compact variants, and specialty equipment such as salamanders, bratt pans, boiling pans, induction hobs, planchas, fryers, and chargrills. The company sells exclusively through catering equipment distributors, kitchen designers, and consultants, serving fine dining restaurants, luxury hotels, catering chains, and culinary colleges with premium customizable cooking solutions built for decades of commercial use.

Product overview

Charvet Premier Ranges Ltd manufactures professional heavy-duty commercial cooking equipment from its factory in Charavines, France, with UK distribution based in Northampton. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of modular cooking suites across multiple series (PRO700 at 700mm depth, PRO800, PRO900, and PRO1000), complemented by bespoke custom-designed suites available in Traditional, Modern, and Compact styles. The product range includes specialty equipment such as salamanders, bratt pans, boiling pans, planchas, induction hobs, fryers, and chargrills. Charvet also provides the premium finish option for colored enamel panels and the affordable Charvet ONE entry-level range. All products emphasize heavy-duty construction, customization options, and compatibility with various kitchen configurations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• PRO700: Medium-sized heavy duty cooking suite series, 700mm deep
• PRO800
• PRO900
• PRO1000
• Charvet ONE
• Bespoke
• Premium Finish
• Salamanders

Products and services

• PRO700 Series Medium-sized heavy-duty modular cooking suite at 700mm depth offering Charvet's cooking power in a compact format for space-conscious professional kitchens.
• PRO800 Series Heavy-duty modular cooking suite featuring 3mm stainless-steel easy-clean top as standard, with multiple cooking options and protection rails.
• PRO900 Series Premium heavy-duty modular cooking suite for large-scale operations, featuring high-power burners and comprehensive cooking capabilities.
• PRO1000 Series Top-tier heavy-duty cooking suite offering maximum power and configuration options for professional kitchen environments.
• Bespoke Traditional Cooking Suite Custom cooking suite with traditional design dating back to company inception, featuring 'picture-frame' detailing, enamelled panels, and chrome or brass detailing.
• Bespoke Modern Cooking Suite Contemporary custom cooking suite in stainless steel finish with integrated door handles and flush-finish doors and drawers.
• Bespoke Compact Cooking Suite Slimmest bespoke suite at only 750mm depth, offering full Charvet cooking power in a compact format for smaller professional kitchens.
• Salamanders Professional overhead salamander grills including rise and fall models reaching up to 400°C in nine seconds, with energy-saving plate detection system and half on/off feature.
• Pro 900 Series Boiling Pans Heavy-duty boiling pans with 150-litre capacity and 28 kW power, featuring motorized tilting, AISI 316 L stainless steel base, available in gas and electric versions.
• Pro 900 Series Bratt Pans Tilting motorized bratt pans available in 100Lt and 150Lt capacities with 10mm thick stainless steel bottoms, available in gas and electric versions with manual or motor tilt mechanisms.
• Charvet ONE Six-Burner Range Affordable six-burner range launched to fill market gaps, making Charvet quality accessible at lower price points for smaller kitchens and independent operators.
• Multizone Induction Unit Innovative induction unit combining four independent induction hobs set under a one-piece glass top, allowing individual or sequential regulation for maximum flexibility.
• Charvet Premium Finish Colored enamel panels for PRO 700, 800, 900 suites and Salamander, available in 9 standard colors including Traffic Orange, Moss Green, Night Blue, and Light Ivory, with special colors upon request.
• Pro 700 Series Boiling Pans Medium-sized boiling pans with 100L capacity, 18 kW gas and 13.5 kW electric options, complementing 60L Pro 700 bratt pans.
• Pro 700 Series Bratt Pans 60-litre bratt pans for Pro 700 range with gas 15 kW and Electric 9 kW options, featuring motor tilt.
• Spare Parts and After-Sales Service Supply of spare parts and ongoing after-sales support services for installed Charvet equipment, with the UK office maintaining stock of most requested parts.

Quantifiable outcome

• Equipment longevity exceeding 20 years documented in customer testimonials
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers18 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• CedabondcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCharvet is a supplier to Cedabond, a UK-wide Buying and Marketing Consortium of more than 100 leading catering equipment distributors. This partnership provides access to an extensive distributor network for specification and sales of Charvet products.
• AutoquotesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDigital platform partnership making Charvet products available to dealers and consultants through Autoquotes' online quotation system.
• Court Catering EquipmentcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAward-winning distributor winning Charvet Supplier of the Year 2017. Multiple projects including Apex Hotels and Theo Randell's Simple Italian at Hotel Indigo, Kensington. Also installed The Langley hotel project with Pro700 and Pro800 suites.
• ScoMac Catering EquipmentcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWinner of Charvet Distributor of the Year award 2018. Recognized for outstanding use and support of Charvet prime cooking equipment and good use of extra value offerings like 3mm stainless steel easy-clean tops.
• Space CateringcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerDesign, supply, project management and installation services partner. Installed Hotel Verta fully electric cooking range and multiple college training kitchen projects including City of Bath College and City of Plymouth College.
• KCM Catering EquipmentminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLincolnshire-based distributor that installed the Thyme boutique hotel project featuring the 7.45m bespoke coloured Charvet suite.
• TAG Catering Equipment UK LtdminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerKitchen design and realisation partner for Brother Marcus Spitalfields project with open-view kitchen featuring Charvet suite.
• Greens KitchensminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerDesign and installation partner for Hyssop restaurant project in Glossop.
• GS Group / GS Catering EquipmentminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerKitchen design and equipment specification for The Thatched Tavern project.
• The Burnt Chef ProjectminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMental health charity partnership. Charvet is proud of its association with the charity launched to eradicate mental health stigma within hospitality. Featured in Charvet Chef Talk events.
• Berkeley ProjectsminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerWorked with Charvet to ensure Clare Smyth's specifications were met for Core restaurant bespoke suite, including incorporating Ox Grill.
• Finch InteriorsminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerInterior design firm for Brother Marcus Spitalfields project that won design recognition.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights2 records

Broad incumbents

• Blodgett: Commercial cooking equipment manufacturer (ovens, ranges) serving professional kitchens globally, competing with Charvet's salamanders, ovens, and cooking suite components.
• Electrolux Professional: Global commercial kitchen equipment manufacturer offering ranges, combi ovens, and full kitchen solutions. Significantly larger competitor with broader portfolio serving similar professional kitchen customers.
• Hobart (Ali Group): Major commercial kitchen equipment manufacturer owned by Ali Group, offering cooking equipment alongside dishwashing and food preparation. Competes in the same professional kitchen equipment space with broader scale.
• Rational AG: German global leader in combi ovens and commercial cooking systems for professional kitchens, with much larger scale and global service network. Competes broadly with Charvet in the premium professional cooking category.

Direct peers

• Blue Seal: Commercial cooking equipment brand offering heavy-duty ranges and modular suites for professional kitchens, part of the Moffat group. Direct competitor in the heavy-duty professional cooking range category.
• Garland (Manitowoc): Manufacturer of heavy-duty commercial cooking ranges and griddles for professional kitchens, directly comparable to Charvet's core product range of cooking suites and ranges for restaurants.
• MKN: German manufacturer of professional cooking technology including modular cooking suites and bespoke kitchen solutions for premium hospitality. Comparable to Charvet in bespoke heavy-duty cooking for luxury hotels and restaurants.
• Imperial Range: US manufacturer of commercial cooking ranges, broilers, and griddles for professional kitchens, offering modular heavy-duty cooking suites comparable to Charvet's PRO series.
• Falcon Foodservice Equipment: UK-based manufacturer of professional commercial cooking ranges and modular suites, directly competing with Charvet in the same heavy-duty cooking equipment category through distributors. Closest UK comparable in product and customer profile.
• Lincat: UK manufacturer of commercial catering equipment including cooking ranges, combi ovens, and modular suites. Competes with Charvet in the professional kitchen segment via similar distributor channels.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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