25 August 2025
Jøni Kettles Overview - Commercial Cooking Kettles
Since 2006, Hostservice has partnered with catering and manufacturing clients across New Zealand to deliver Jøni solutions, from small-scale schools to large institutions, matching precise requirements for size, features, and workflow. Our team brings both deep product expertise and local support to assist our clients in selecting the right machine for their business.
Key Differences Between the Jøni Traditional Kettle Models
Getting the most from your kettle investment means clarifying your short- and long-term operational needs before selecting a model. Jøni offers a broad range, but not all features are available (or upgradable) on every unit. Careful upfront planning ensures your kettle serves you today and into the future.
Key considerations include:
- Mixing Capability: Only some models offer integrated programmable stirring—essential for products like sauces or thick soups.
- Valve/Fittings for Transfer Pumps: Not all Jøni kettles can be fitted with a valve connection required for external transfer pumps. If you need to pump or transfer products out of the kettle for automated production lines or remote filling, confirm at order whether a suitable valve and connection can be installed.
- Batch Size Range: Each kettle has a minimum and maximum practical batch size. It’s important that these align with your anticipated prep volumes.
- Pour Heights: The height a kettle reaches when fully tilted is critical if you intend to decant directly into specific bins or containers. Always check your bin or vessel height to ensure your selected Jøni model will clear it safely and conveniently. Some high-capacity or mobile models have specifics on pour height clearances that can impact ergonomic workflow.
- Cooling Options: Some models offer rapid cooling through open water chilling or jacketed cooling, ideal for food safety regimes.
- Accessories: Hand showers, GN-supports, and special hatches vary by range - many must be factory-fitted at order, not retrofitted.
- Control Type: Ranges from basic robust dials to digital interfaces, and up to full touchscreen automation with recipe programming and batch logging.
- Energy Source: Most Jøni models operate on electricity with an internal steam generator (electric steam jacket). Select variants are designed to connect to building steam for institutions with a central steam supply. It’s vital to establish your site’s power or steam capacities at the project planning stage.
Some features must be chosen at the time of order and cannot be retrofitted; consult Hostservice early in your project for best outcomes.
Confused? It may be easier to talk this through with an expert, to find the right machine for you – call 0800 925054 or email us sales@hostservice.co.nz
Overview of the Jøni Traditional Kettle Range
The tables below compare the flagship Jøni kettle ranges (including Hostservice’s locally stocked models), making it fast to shortlist by volume, control system, and supported accessories.
Easy Series (Easy, EasyStand, EasyMobile)
| Model | Volume Range (litres) | Mixing | Controls | Key Features | Optional Accessories (see spec sheet for all accessories) |
| 40–300 | No | Pillar mount, electric only | GN-support, cooling, spray gun, sieve plate, pouring plate, measuring rod, tool trolley, inspection hatch | ||
| 40–100 | No | Stand mount, electric only | GN-support, cooling, spray gun, sieve plate, pouring plate, measuring rod, tool trolley, inspection hatch | ||
| 40–100 | No | Mobile (wheels), electric only | GN-support, cooling, spray gun, sieve plate, pouring plate, measuring rod, tool trolley, inspection hatch |
All models: Request spec sheets and confirm compatibility with transfer pumps/fittings.
- Stainless construction; available from 40L to 300L (mobile/stand up to 100L)
- Simple manual controls; best for batch soups, sauces, stocks
- Ergonomic: stand/pillar or mobile mount options
- Compatible with basic accessories: hand shower, cold water tap, sieves, GN-support
- No integrated stirring
Opti Series (OptiMix, Opti)
| Model | Volume Range (litres) | Mixing | Controls | Key Features | Optional Accessories (see spec sheet for all accessories) |
| OptiMix (Mixing) | 40–300 | Yes | Pillar/stand mount, electric or steam, chilling | Whipping tool, cleaning tool, light in kettle bowl, cooling, rising program, pedal, spray gun, sieve plate, pouring plate, measuring rod, rotatable lid, tube cleaner, heating by direct steam, signal for exhaust hood | |
| Opti(non-mixing) | 40–300 | No | As above | GN-support, sieve plate, pouring plate, measuring rod, cooling, spray gun, heating by direct steam, rotatable lid, inspection hatch |
All models: Request spec sheets and confirm compatibility with transfer pumps/fittings.
- Mix or non-mix options; 40–300L
- Pillar or stand mount, electric/steam
- Enhanced control panels (digital options), batch timers, current limitation
- Optional: integrated lid light, rapid chilling, advanced energy management
Multi Series (MultiMix, Multi, MultiStand)
| Model | Volume Range (litres) | Mixing | Controls | Key Features | Optional Accessories (see spec sheet for all accessories) |
| MultiMix (Mixing) | 40–300 | Yes | Pillar/stand, electric or steam, chilling | Whipping tool, cleaning tool, light in kettle bowl, GN-support, pedal, cooling, rising program, spray gun, sieve plate, pouring plate, measuring rod, rotatable lid, tube cleaner, heating by direct steam, signal for exhaust hood | |
| Multi (non-mixing) | 40–300 | No | As above | GN-support, cooling, spray gun, sieve plate, pouring plate, measuring rod, rotatable lid, heating by direct steam, inspection hatch |
All models: Request spec sheets and confirm compatibility with transfer pumps/fittings.
- Mix or non-mix, from 40L to 300L (stand up to 100L)
- Programmable, integrated stirring (Mix/Stand variants only)
- Additional: whipping tool, dough rising program (selected models)
- Enhanced chilling, cleaning tool, and GN-pan compatibility
Maxi Series (MaxiMix, Maxi, MaxiAutoChef 82)
| Model | Volume Range (litres) | Mixing | Controls | Key Features | Main Accessories |
| MaxiMix (Mixing) | 400, 500 | Yes | Large capacity, pillar, electric or steam | Whipping tool, cleaning tool, light in kettle bowl, pedal, cooling, rising program, spray gun, sieve plate, pouring plate, measuring rod, rotatable lid, tube cleaner, heating by direct steam, signal for exhaust hood | |
| Maxi (non-mixing) | 400, 500 | No | Large capacity, pillar, electric or steam | GN-support, cooling, spray gun, sieve plate, pouring plate, measuring rod, rotatable lid, heating by direct steam, inspection hatch |
All models: Request spec sheets and confirm compatibility with transfer pumps/fittings.
- Largest batch sizes: 400–500L
- Integrated stirring, optional auto programs (AutoChef)
- Touchscreen/HACCP controls in ‘AutoChef’ variants
- Fully automated cycles, advanced safety, recipe/energy logging
Key Features List
- Seamless, acid-resistant stainless-steel bowls for food safety and easy cleaning
- Choice of manual or integrated stirring, set by model
- Ergonomic mounting: stand, pillar, or mobile base
- Wide lid options: spring-assisted or rotatable for access
- Range of control panels: from robust manual dials to full touchscreen automation
- Integrated/optional accessories: cold water tap, hand shower, GN-support, pouring/inspection hatches
- Chilling and heating options: open chilling, rapid cool, electric or steam energy
- Sizing from 40L to 500L (model dependent)
Controls: System Summary
Jøni controls range from straightforward to highly sophisticated. Choose for your workflow and reporting needs:
AutoTemp 02e/32/82
Robust, dial-based/electronic temperature control (non-mixing).
AutoTemp 32
For non-stirring kettles only. Push button controls; water is dosed based on volume as the unit has a flow meter.
AutoTemp 56
The AutoTemp 56 display features temperature control that prevents overcooking, burning and saves energy. The display normally shows the actual temperature of the food, but a keypress gives access to display and alter the temperature setpoint. This is set quickly and precisely to between 1 and 120°C. The heating supply is controlled automatically to ensure that the required food temperature is reached.
Controlling the heating supply according to the food temperature ensures that the required food temperature is achieved and maintained, and means that the user only needs to give the kettle minimal attention.
To prevent burning and enable gentle heating, the heating power can be adjusted in dynamic steps from 1 to 9. These steps control the temperature of the inner kettle in relation to the food temperature. If a low value is set, the heating process will be gentle but slow. If a high value is set, it will not be as gentle, but it will be faster.
This makes the heating of milk, for example, easy and safe.
AutoChef 86
The AutoChef 86 features a sturdy and easy-to-use interface. The touch-screen is a real industrial solution that can withstand the production environment, can be operated with gloves and is not sensitive to drops on the screen, for example.
The large size, high contrast and wide viewing angle of 170 ° make it easy to see and operate the control regardless of the person's height.
The screen responds to pressure and is therefore not sensitive to dirt or dirty fingers.
AutoChef 82
Equivalent controls to the 86 stirrer, but for non-mixing kettles. Full-colour touchscreen; programmable recipes, HACCP integration, cloud analytics, user menus, water dosing.
Features like adjustable tilt speed, energy tips, and online monitoring are unique to advanced models.
Optional Features & Accessories
Carefully select for your workflow (many must be added at manufacture):
- Mixing (integrated stirrer): Only on mixing models
- Whipping tool: Creams, egg-based sauces, doughs (only mixing models)
- Water gun: Efficient cleaning, deep bowl access
- Lid options: Spring-assisted or rotatable for full access
- GN-support: Pans hang directly from kettle rim
- Rising program: Automates dough/fermentation management
- Current limitation: For kitchens with restricted power supply
- Lid light: LED illuminates for visual checking
- Cleaning tool: Assists with rapid, compliant sanitation
- Transfer valve/connectors: For pumps or specialist workflows
Videos
See Jøni Kettles in Action
Customer Reviews or Testimonials
We’ve loved working with Rangiora Bakery and were excited to assist with their latest upgrade. While adding a second Joni kettle, they mentioned challenges emulsifying powdered mixtures. We recommended pairing the kettle with the Dynamic Gigamix homogenizer, a perfect solution for consistent results!
Frequently Asked Questions: Jøni Kettles at Hostservice
What are the available capacities of Jøni kettles at Hostservice?
Hostservice stocks the Jøni Easystand in four key capacities: 40L, 60L, 80L, and 100L - covering most needs for commercial batch cooking in New Zealand.
Are these units electric or steam powered?
The current Hostservice range features electric models. These units have a steam boiler which fills the jacket with steam. However, options for steam fed kettles are also available.
Is installation complicated?
We have technical diagrams, measurements, power loadings and other information on file that we can provide you with if you would like to arrange installation, or, if you want a simple and risk-free option, we can take care of installation. As part of our sales service, we will generally pay a site visit to consider the installation requirements and ensure we specify a machine that isn’t going to cause undue cost or inconvenience during the installation process.
What cleaning features help maintain food safety?
The seamless stainless bowl, hand shower accessory, and large, fully openable lid (rotating lid optional) make cleaning fast and compliant, helping maintain top-tier hygiene standards.
Can I see real customer feedback or NZ case studies?
Potentially. As you will appreciate, many of our clients prefer that we do not use their investment as an example to others, as this can compromise intellectual property. However, our team may be able to provide you with some examples that apply to you.
Ready to streamline your factory upgrade? Browse our range of Jøni Traditional Kettles for detailed specs, installation guides, and transparent pricing on all Jøni Easystand models. For direct, NZ-based advice and procurement support, connect with the Hostservice team - we’re dedicated to making commercial kitchen projects successful, from first consult to final boil.
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