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FLEXICHEF
FlexiChef ®
No Time to Waste.
Rethinking multifunctionality.
COOK
No Time to Waste.
Cook.

The FlexiChef ® – multifunctional cooking on a whole new level. For smooth processes without losing any time.

Every second counts in a professional kitchen. The FlexiChef ® gives you time – time to cook, time to take a breath, time for what really matters. Fast. Precise. Reliable.

CLEAN
No Time to Waste.
Every second counts.
One touch ...
... and one breath.
No Time to Waste.
Just Cooking.
Cleaning.
Continuing.
No Time to Waste.
Clean.

Fully automatic. Hygienic. Reliable.
SpaceClean ® lets cleaning become a break in the daily kitchen routine – a moment to catch your breath before carrying on with the work. Just touch the button and FlexiChef ® does the rest. Fast, rigorous and always ready for whatever comes next.

SpaceClean ® – fully automatic interim cleaning in just 2 minutes
CONTINUE
No Time to Waste.
Continue.

Everything runs smoothly – without interruption.
After cooking. After cleaning. Straight back to work. The FlexiChef ® ensures smooth operation – so you can concentrate on what really matters: cooking.

Kitchen with FlexiChef in use
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PERFORMANCE
No Time to Waste.
Compared.
Tested.
Won.
Front view of the MKN FlexiChef stainless-steel commercial cooking unit with lid and right-side control panel
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Speed on a whole new level: up to 65% time savings. Production time with ReadyXpress ® taking beef goulash as an example:
Conventional cooking
~ 150 min.
Conventional pressure cooking technology
~ 96 min.
FlexiChef ®
~ 52 min.
* Data based on internal comparative measurements in comparison with conventional MKN cooking technology and conventional MKN pressure cooking technology.
PERFORMANCE 2
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Up to 65% shorter production times*
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Energy-efficient cooking processes*
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Noticeably better frying results due to higher temperatures*
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High cost-effectiveness in daily use*
FEATURES
No Time to Waste.
Performance.
Perfected.

Every second counts – especially when efficiency, quality and precision are the main focus. FlexiChef ® combines state-of-the-art technology with genuine kitchen expertise.

Discover the latest technologies for saving time, simplifying processes and redefining standards:

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SpaceClean ®

The world's first fully automatic cleaning system for multifunctional cooking systems. The pan is cleaned in just 2 minutes using only approx. 26 litres water and without chemicals. This saves you valuable time, reduces water consumption and costs – and you'll be ready for the next cooking process sooner.

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Easy Up & Down

The ergonomic lifting system for baskets and inserts makes daily work much easier. No lifting, no physical effort – just a safe, easy workflow. This relieves your back, supports your team and increases productivity during every shift. Process automation also prevents overcooking and ensures that baskets and inserts are lowered at just the right time.

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Smart Boiling

By cooking with the lid closed, SmartBoiling enables a staggering 99% energy saving compared to conventional cooking with an open lid. Not only is this feature a milestone in energy efficiency, it is also a major step towards sustainable catering.

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ReadyXpress ®

High-speed cooking in record time – up to three times faster than conventional cooking. Perfectly cooked food when every minute counts. This saves time in the production process and boosts performance in every kitchen.

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MagicPilot ® & Guided Cooking

Operation as intuitive as a smartphone. Clear step-by-step instructions, saved programmes and visual aids. Everyone in the team can deliver consistently high quality – easily, safely and without extensive training.

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MKN Connected Kitchen ®

Digital networking in your professional kitchen. Keep track of all your appliances (assuming Wi-Fi capability), processes and consumption data – across all locations. This lets you identify potential for optimisation, reduce energy costs and manage your kitchen operations more efficiently than ever before.

REFERENZEN
Two chefs in a commercial kitchen reviewing food preparation at a stainless-steel counter

„We serve thousands of meals a day – and there’s no room for delay.“

Mohit Sharma
Head Chef, Encalm Lounge Services, New Delhi

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VIDEO

Every second counts at India's largest airport.

More than 20.000 meals a day – served with the utmost precision under constant time pressure. For Mohit Sharma and his team, the FlexiChef ® has become the centrepiece of the kitchen. It takes performance, control and speed to a new level – ensuring that every guest gets their meal on time.

Experience it for yourself now.
Book your personal demo and discover how much time and energy you save with FlexiChef ®.

Encalm Lounge Services, New Delhi
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VIDEO MOBILE
SteelPlus
No Time to Waste.
SteelPlus –
Sustainability
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Sustainability starts with the material selection. FlexiChef ® is made from low CO2 steel* – produced using a mass balance method, with over 40% lower emissions than conventional stainless steel. For long-lasting quality, a smaller ecological footprint and kitchens that are already thinking about tomorrow today.
Further information* SteelPlus is an available option.
BOOKING
No waiting. No wasting.
Just cooking. Cleaning. Continuing.

Because every second counts.
And in the next moment everything starts all over again.

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Front view of the MKN FlexiChef unit with right-side control panel
Two connected MKN FlexiChef units shown side by side (tandem configuration)

Questions and answers about the FlexiChef ®

The FlexiChef ® is a multifunctional, high-performance cooking appliance for professional kitchens. It combines boiling, frying, deep frying, high-speed cooking and sous-vide cooking in a single appliance, saving space and investment costs.

The FlexiChef ® reduces cooking times by up to 60–65%. ReadyXpress ® enables risotto, for example, to be prepared in around 7 minutes instead of approx. 20 minutes. Stews and casseroles also benefit from significantly reduced production times.

The SmartBoiling feature in FlexiChef ® saves up to 99% energy during the transition phase between boiling and using hot water compared to conventional cooking methods. The closed cooking system significantly reduces energy consumption, CO2 emissions and water vapour.

The FlexiChef ® is as intuitive to use as a smartphone. The 10 inch touch display with MagicPilot ® and Guided Cooking provides step-by-step support and ensures reproducible results — ideal for staff changes or inexperienced personnel.

SpaceClean ® is the first fully automatic cleaning system for horizontal cooking appliances and saves time and water compared to manual cleaning. Thanks to SpaceClean ®, the FlexiChef ® cleans itself fully automatically in just a few minutes.

Yes, thanks to FlexiZone ®, several temperature zones can be used independently of each other in the same skillet pan. This allows different dishes to be prepared at the same time without the need for additional appliances or more space.

The FlexiChef ® automates many work steps and significantly reduces the workload for kitchen staff. Guided cooking, automatic programmes, high-speed processes and SpaceClean ® reduce working time, operating errors and training costs.

The FlexiChef ® significantly reduces energy, water and labour costs and increases efficiency. SmartBoiling, ReadyXpress ®, SpaceClean ® and the cost-effective MKN SteelPlus option conserve resources and measurably reduce CO2 emissions.

Yes, you will receive written confirmation of the CO2 emissions savings achieved resulting from your order with MKN SteelPlus. MKN SteelPlus uses a very high proportion of recycled stainless steel. In addition, MKN SteelPlus is manufactured within the EU using state-of-the-art production methods and low-carbon electricity. As MKN SteelPlus is a resource-efficient and climate-friendly option that is actively supported by MKN, additional costs are low.

The FlexiChef ® is particularly suitable for commercial kitchens, canteens, hotels and catering businesses. It is designed for kitchens with high throughput, a shortage of skilled staff, demands for reproducible quality and a strong focus on energy and resource efficiency.

The FlexiChef ® is available in the following sizes:

FlexiChef ®

Size 1
(50 L)

Size 2
(75 L or 100 L)

Size 3
(100 L or 150 L)

The FlexiChef ® Team model, combining two appliances in one, is available in six versions:

FlexiChef ® Team

Size 1 + Size 1

Size 2 + Size 2

Size 3 + Size 3

Size 1 + Size 2

Size 1 + Size 3

Size 2 + Size 3