Rational

Rational sets the global standard for intelligent combi ovens that think, learn and clean themselves. Each unit combines steam, convection and mixed-mode cooking with adaptive sensors that monitor load size, humidity and doneness, automatically adjusting heat and airflow for flawless, repeatable results. Integrated heat-recovery and self-clean systems cut water, energy and chemical use, while cloud connectivity lets chefs manage recipes and HACCP data from any device. Trusted in cafés, hotels, healthcare and high-volume catering across Australia, Rational delivers faster service, lower running costs and unbeatable cooking consistency—available now through Commercial Kitchen Company.

Rational focuses on one goal: giving kitchens a single, versatile appliance that handles up to 90 percent of everyday cooking tasks, from gentle steaming to high-temperature roasting. Intelligent sensors continually scan the chamber, measuring food size, load condition and moisture levels, then fine-tune temperature, fan speed and steam injection in real time to keep dishes on track without manual intervention.

Efficiency is built in from the ground up. Heat-recovery technology captures waste energy from the exhaust stream to pre-warm incoming rinse water, reducing power draw and lowering the heat load in the kitchen. Water-saving wash jets and an automatic cleaning system remove grease and limescale in as little as 12 minutes, extending service life while slashing labour and chemical costs.

Connectivity further streamlines operations. Rational’s secure cloud platform enables remote software updates, recipe uploads and real-time monitoring of critical HACCP data, so multi-site operators can roll out menu changes with a few clicks and maintain consistent food-safety records. Chefs also gain access to an online library of cooking programs and live support from Rational experts, ensuring every team member—regardless of experience—can achieve premium results day after day.

Built in Germany from high-grade stainless steel, each oven features rounded corners for easy wipe-downs, ergonomic door handles and intuitive touchscreen controls that simplify staff training. Modular footprints suit a range of venues, from compact cafés to large production kitchens, and gas or electric options offer installation flexibility. With a long parts-availability guarantee and nationwide service support from Commercial Kitchen Company, Rational combi ovens provide a dependable, future-proof upgrade that elevates food quality, shortens cook times and keeps operating costs under control.