Commercial Restaurant Kitchen Sinks

A prep sink in a commercial kitchen is used for rinsing fruits and vegetables, thawing small food items, and other food preparation tasks that should be kept separate from dishwashing or handwashing stations. NSF-approved prep sinks like those in the Sabine and Pecos lines ensure sanitary compliance for these applications.

Commercial kitchen sinks are commonly available in 16GA (standard commercial) and 14GA (heavy duty). For standard food service environments, 16GA is sufficient. For high-volume or industrial applications such as meat packaging, 14GA offers greater durability and is recommended. Griffin Products offers both gauges across its Trinity, Sabine, Wichita, and Terrell lines.

Yes, most health codes and commercial kitchen regulations require NSF-approved sinks for food contact and food preparation areas. NSF certification ensures that a sink's design, materials, and construction meet strict sanitation standards. Griffin Products' NSF-approved sinks feature coved corners, sanitary rolled rims, and recessed drain openings to meet these requirements.

Health codes typically require a 3-compartment sink for warewashing — one for washing, one for rinsing, and one for sanitizing. Additional sinks may be required for handwashing and food prep. Griffin Products offers 1-, 2-, and 3-compartment configurations across multiple product lines to meet these code requirements.

Sink size depends on the largest item you need to wash, available floor space, and local health code requirements. Bowl sizes in the Griffin Products catalog range from 18x18 inches up to 48x24 inches or larger. Bowl depths range from 12 to 14 inches. Use specification sheets and CAD drawings available from Griffin Products to plan your installation accurately.

Drainboards are not always required by code but are strongly recommended for air-drying washed items and maintaining sanitary conditions. Griffin Products offers many sink models with integral left, right, or dual drainboard configurations. Selecting a model with an integrated drainboard simplifies installation and ensures a seamless, sanitary work surface.