No matter the type of frying range, there is an OiLChef device to fit!

The patented and award winning range of OiLChef devices use proven technology to fry food quicker, extend the life of frying oil, reduce frying temperatures and save money for operators

Simple to use, they fit into any fryer and use catalytic converter technology to prolong the life of the oil and reduce the frequency of oil changes, which ultimately results in lower costs for operators.

Once placed into a fryer, the OiLChef works to slow down the oxidation process of the oil,  which occurs when it is heated, therefore maintaining the low viscosity of the oil and boosting its thermal conductivity, which means it lasts longer, food tastes better and is cooked faster – all important factors for operators working hard to ensure customers are happy with the food and service they provide.

Ultimately, the quality of oil determines the quality of food. As the oil is heated over and over, it becomes slower to heat up to the optimum temperature (using more energy), food becomes darker when fried and the taste profile deteriorates, meaning the oil needs to be changed.  OiLChef works to prevent the oil from breaking down when it is repeatedly heated, meaning it cooks at the optimum level for longer.  Using OiLChef allows the frying temperature of the oil to be reduced and with quicker cooking times of food there will be a significant impact on cost savings for a business.  The texture and taste of fried food is also improved as the device maintains the quality of the oil, cooks food quicker and allows for higher heat penetration on the surface of the food which results in a crispier finish and reduces the amount of oil absorbed by the food. Increasing the crispiness of the food results in improved hot hold times or shelf life of the food once cooked, a considerable advantage for many businesses.

Frying is an incredibly popular method of cooking food and as with all aspects of the commercial kitchen, cost savings are a focus for operators as they are faced with increasing costs of running a business. From energy prices to salaries and property rental, the opportunity to reduce costs whilst still delivering or even improving food quality is the aim of all businesses.  With an Oil Chef device, the savings and benefits per venue are clear, and when this is multiplied over numerous fryers and/or outlets, the impact on the bottom line is significant.

“Obviously, the massive saving is in the amount of oil you use – instead of approximately 26,000 litres of oil per year, we’re now using between 8,500 and 9,000 litres! That’s a saving of about £22,000 a year, based on current oil prices. And not only that, but our customers are also getting a better product, less greasy and much crispier.  I’m delighted with OiLChef, first time we’ve been excited about anything in fast food in over twenty years!” - Kevin Grimes, Owner Four Lanterns, Ireland

“At Hennighan’s, we always monitor how much oil we waste each month, so that we can gauge how much life we are getting from our oil. To put this into perspective, in 2021, our oil wastage was 1,120 litres. Fast forward to 2023 - which was our first full year of using Oil Chef in all our fryers and we discarded just 247 litres of oil. That’s a waste reduction of 77%, allowing us to save thousands of pounds on oil alone. We’ve found that the temperature of our cooking oil is about 5-60C less when using an Oil Chef device in each fryer. With multiple fryers in both of our shops, this temperature reduction has allowed us to make savings in energy consumption. We’ve also noticed that even when our oil appears foggy, food is still leaving the fryer crispier, and better quality than ever. Without a doubt, Oil Chef has dramatically improved the quality of our oil.” - David Hennighan, Hennighan’s Fish & Chips Shops