The Omcan 49098 Pasta Cooker is a heavy-duty, natural gas-powered unit built for busy professional kitchens. It holds nearly 12 gallons of water, heats up fast with a powerful 78,000 BTU burner, and is made entirely of stainless steel for long-lasting durability. A built-in faucet makes it easy to fill and drain the tank, and the perforated top helps water heat evenly for consistent results. Made in Italy, this floor-standing unit is a reliable choice for restaurants, cafeterias, and catering operations that need to cook pasta quickly and consistently.

Top Omcan 49098 (CE-IT-0045PLUS) Features

This pasta cooker is built to keep up with the demands of a busy kitchen. The all-stainless steel design is tough, easy to clean, and built to last. The large tank lets you cook big batches of pasta at once, while the powerful burner heats water quickly and evenly. A top-mounted faucet makes refilling and draining simple, so your kitchen keeps moving without unnecessary slowdowns. Manual controls let you make quick adjustments to keep quality consistent throughout service.

• Capacity: Nearly 12-gallon tank is great for cooking large batches of pasta at once
• Material: Full stainless steel construction resists rust and is easy to keep clean
• Ease of Maintenance: Perforated top makes cleaning and inspection quick and simple
• Workflow Integration: Top-mounted faucet makes adding and draining water hassle-free
• Performance: 78,000 BTU burner heats water fast and evenly for consistent cooking

A great fit for mid-sized restaurant operations that need a dependable pasta cooking solution

Omcan 49098 Technical Specs

This unit runs on natural gas and stands on the floor, making it easy to place in most kitchen layouts. It measures 17.72" wide, 35.43" deep, and 43.3" tall, and weighs 170 lbs for a solid, stable feel. The single tank holds just under 12 gallons and is controlled with easy-to-use manual and solid-state controls. The stainless steel build meets sanitation standards and carries ETL Sanitation approval, so you can trust it holds up to food safety requirements. Key parts are easy to access, making routine cleaning and upkeep straightforward.

• Water fill: Built-in faucet for easy filling and draining
• Tank Quantity: Single tank holding nearly 12 gallons, great for medium-sized batches
• Controls: Manual and solid-state controls for accurate temperature adjustments
• Construction: Stainless steel build that resists rust and wipes down easily
• Dimensions: 17.72" W x 35.43" D x 43.3" H
• Weight: 170 lbs for a stable, commercial-grade unit

What is a commercial pasta cooker

A commercial pasta cooker is a kitchen appliance designed specifically for boiling large amounts of pasta quickly and consistently. These units are typically made from stainless steel and feature a large water tank, adjustable heat controls, and a built-in water management system for easy filling and draining. The Omcan 49098 is well-suited for restaurant kitchens, cafeteria lines, and catering setups where pasta needs to be cooked in volume, reliably, and to a consistent standard. Its durable build and easy-to-use controls make it a dependable workhorse for kitchens that serve pasta regularly.

Top commercial pasta cookers for restaurant kitchens and catering

The Omcan 49098 is designed for kitchens that need to cook pasta steadily throughout the day without sacrificing quality. Its natural gas operation, stainless steel construction, and easy-to-manage water system make it a practical choice for restaurants, cafeterias, and catering teams. It's built to support a smooth kitchen workflow while meeting the sanitation standards expected in professional foodservice settings.

• Operation type — works well in restaurant kitchens with a steady flow of orders
• Kitchen type — fits into compact, high-output kitchen setups
• Foodservice category — built specifically for cooking pasta and noodles
• Workload qualifier — handles a moderate volume of cooking throughout the day
• Use case — ideal for batch pasta cooking in both institutional and commercial kitchens

Why Choose Omcan 49098 (CE-IT-0045PLUS)?

The Omcan 49098 is a smart investment for any kitchen that relies on pasta as part of its menu. The all-stainless steel build is tough and easy to maintain, the high-powered burner gets water boiling fast, and the built-in faucet keeps water management simple. Made in Italy, this cooker is built to a high standard and designed to hold up through years of daily use. Whether you're running a restaurant, a cafeteria, or a catering operation, this unit delivers reliable, consistent results every time.

• Self-contained design makes installation straightforward in new or existing kitchens
• Stainless steel construction resists rust and is simple to clean
• High BTU burner heats water quickly and evenly for faster cooking
• Large tank supports back-to-back batch cooking during busy service periods
• Built specifically for the demands of mid-volume commercial foodservice kitchens