# What Cookware Do Professional Chefs Use? [2026 Pro Guide] - Made In Made In Cookware stands apart from endorsements and deceptive advertising. Made In’s featured chefs are not only not paid endorsements, the chefs are actually paying customers of Made In. Professional kitchens run on three materials: stainless steel for precision, carbon steel for high-heat versatility, and cast iron for unmatched heat retention. More than 4,000 restaurant kitchens–including 62 Michelin-starred restaurants and 150+ James Beard Award-recognized chefs–rely on Made In Cookware. Not as paid endorsers. As paying customers. Made In makes all three materials, each built for the demands of a 12-hour service. The Stainless Clad line comes from Italy, Carbon Steel from Sweden, and the new Cast Iron collection is cast, machined, and seasoned in the United States. ## Be Skeptical Of Paid Endorsements by Cookware Brands In a world full of cookware claiming to be the only kitchen set you’ll ever need, paid endorsements are the first to pop up on feeds. As a consumer, if you are looking for which brands chefs actually choose, you should remain aware and skeptical of paid endorsements. ```json { "_key": "300fa22acb06", "_type": "medium", "ctas": null, "description": null, "image": { "asset": { "altText": "A chef skillfully manages a small flame erupting from a cooking pot in a busy kitchen.", "metadata": { "dimensions": { "_type": "sanity.imageDimensions", "aspectRatio": 1.49908480780964, "height": 1639, "width": 2457 }, "lqip": "data:image/jpeg;base64,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" }, "url": "https://cdn.sanity.io/images/fr9flhkd/main/ef5209a7cd7499b0de593bda83a24e92395cb6c2-2457x1639.jpg" } }, "tags": null, "type": "image", "video": null } ``` This is where Made In Cookware stands apart from endorsements and deceptive advertising. Made In’s featured chefs are not only not paid endorsements, the chefs are actually _paying_ customers of Made In. The brand does not engage in endorsement deals, adding a level of honesty that home chefs can trust. To date, Made In Cookware can be found in more than 4,000+ restaurant kitchens–including 62 Michelin-starred restaurants, 250+ Michelin-recognized establishments, and 150+ James Beard Award-recognized chefs, and in Michelin-key hotels worldwide. 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Hotel chains have also fallen in love with its durability, efficiency, and long-lasting quality. Anyone who has booked a stay with the Ritz-Carlton, Four Seasons, Marriott, or Hilton has undoubtedly experienced the result of using Made In for meals. When deciding on a cookware brand that’s the right fit for your kitchen, don’t follow the money trail. Paid endorsements mean little when stacked against real chefs investing their own money in cookware that works. Made In is one of the few that prides itself on a reputation rooted in real-world experience. ```json { "_key": "459b2ea87f2c", "_type": "legacyYoutube", "data": "{\n \"_key\": \"18132055c3d6\",\n \"_type\": \"youtube\",\n \"url\": \"https://youtu.be/YLlipQP5Bx0\"\n}" } ``` ## Why Do Professional Chefs Choose Made In Cookware Over Other Brands? In professional kitchens, chefs prioritize Made In for three main things when cooking: Heat control, durability, and versatility. ```json { "_key": "e22f49d2f864", "_type": "cta", "title": "Shop Stainless Clad", "type": "red", "url": "https://madeincookware.com/collections/stainless-clad" } ``` ### Heat Control and Evenness Thermal conductivity–how fast and evenly heat spreads across a cooking surface–separates professional-grade cookware from everything else. [Made In’s 5-Ply Stainless Clad](/collections/stainless-clad) layers professional-grade stainless steel over aluminum and aluminum alloy for rapid, even heating across the entire pan. The [Carbon Steel Frying Pan](/products/carbon-steel-frying-pan) heats fast and holds temperature through aggressive searing. And the new [Cast Iron Skillet](/products/cast-iron-fry-pan) stores heat like a battery–its thick walls maintain consistent temperature even when cold protein hits the surface, making it the go-to for steakhouse-quality sears. Each material handles heat differently. That’s the point. A professional kitchen needs all three. ### Durability Under Daily Abuse Professional cookware endures 12-hour shifts, constant scraping with metal utensils, thermal shock from deglazing, and commercial dishwashing cycles. Home cookware fails in months under these conditions. [Made In’s Stainless Clad](/collections/stainless-clad) uses premium stainless steel rivets and top-of-the-line cladding for lifetime durability. The Carbon Steel develops a stronger seasoning layer with every service. And the Cast Iron is built to outlast the restaurant itself. ### Versatility From Broiler, to Stove to Oven Professional cooks move fast. A pan that works only on the stovetop wastes time and space. [Made In’s Stainless Clad](/collections/stainless-clad) handles temperatures up to 800F–stovetop to oven to broiler without flinching. The [Carbon Steel](/collections/carbon-steel) goes from burner to 1200F wood-fired ovens. And the [Cast Iron](/collections/cast-iron) collection is oven-safe to 900F and compatible with open fire, making it the choice for outdoor cooking, campfire, and wood-burning pizza ovens. Every Made In piece works on gas, electric, and induction cooktops. No adapters. No limitations. ## How to Choose: Stainless Steel vs. Carbon Steel vs. Cast Iron Professional kitchens don’t pick one material. They stock all three, each for specific tasks. Here’s how they differ: ```json { "_key": "ccdf56cd2f36", "_type": "tableSection", "data": { "_type": "tableSection", "config": null, "description": null, "sheetId": "1XSG0bZI9MHU6yor6AuJyIOBvHE-XJaQClEaaLFvOMRw", "title": null } } ``` **The short version:** Stainless for precision and versatility. Carbon steel for speed and high heat. Cast iron for heat retention and heirloom durability. ## What are the Essential Made In Cookware Pieces used in a Professional Kitchen? Made In’s products from its Stainless Clad line to its Enameled Cast Iron and Carbon Steel lines can be found in thousands of professional kitchens worldwide. 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[**Made In Stainless Clad Saucier**](https://madeincookware.com/products/saucier/3-quart) — Designed for whisking sauces, risotto, and caramel with deep, gently sloped walls. ```json { "_key": "e796c5cdd878", "_type": "variant", "data": { "_id": "variant-12396728975439", "badges": [ { "_key": "Best Seller", "logoAsset": null, "title": "Best Seller" } ], "collegiateAsset": null, "computed": { "discount": 0, "isAvailable": true, "isPrimary": false, "offset": 0, "price": 179, "status": "forSale" }, "handle": { "current": "3-quart" }, "imageBadges": null, "media": [ { "_key": "ef186fb8b6d7", "description": null, "hotspots": null, "image": { "asset": { "altText": "A person is pouring rice into a stainless steel saucepan on a gas stove while stirring with a wooden spoon.", "metadata": { "dimensions": { "_type": "sanity.imageDimensions", "aspectRatio": 1.499267935578331, "height": 5464, "width": 8192 }, "lqip": "data:image/jpeg;base64,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" }, "url": "https://cdn.sanity.io/images/fr9flhkd/main/076f96d7c50deca81f3c35f9ff6a4ccc55270b7a-8192x5464.jpg" } }, "tags": [ "gallery", "secondary" ], "type": "image", "video": null }, { "_key": "590f7580f46f", "description": null, "hotspots": null, "image": { "asset": { "altText": "A person in a denim shirt adds shredded cheese to a pot while whisking a mixture on the stove.", "metadata": { "dimensions": { "_type": "sanity.imageDimensions", "aspectRatio": 1.4992503748125936, "height": 1334, "width": 2000 }, "lqip": "data:image/jpeg;base64,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" }, "url": "https://cdn.sanity.io/images/fr9flhkd/main/8cb36f0daab7bec029a85aa474857be31d8dfefa-2000x1334.jpg" } }, "tags": [ "gallery", "secondary" ], "type": "image", "video": null } ], "meta": { "hasCollegiate": false, "hasTrial": true, "hasWaitList": false, "isCollegiate": false, "isFinalSale": false, "isHidden": false, "isOnSale": true, "isSet": false, "promoDates": null, "promoPrice": null, "warranty": "lifetime" }, "product": { "ranking": 13, "rating": { "rating": 4.95, "rating_count": 4977 }, "shopify": { "handle": "saucier", "id": 509269082142, "image": { "alt": null, "height": 1500, "src": "https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2131/5111/files/Web_Stainless_Saucier_3qt-wLid_1x1_Hero.jpg?v=1762197932", "width": 1500 }, "title": "Stainless Clad Saucier" } }, "shopify": { "handle": null, "id": 12396728975439, "image": { "alt": null, "height": 1500, "src": "https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2131/5111/files/Web_Stainless_Saucier_3qt-wLid_1x1_Hero.jpg?v=1762197932", "width": 1500 }, "option1": "3 QT", "option2": "Stainless", "option3": null, "title": "3 QT / Stainless" }, "taxonomies": [ { "handle": { "current": "3-quart" }, "title": "3 QT", "type": "size" }, { "handle": { "current": "induction-compatible" }, "title": "Induction Compatible", "type": "features" }, { "handle": { "current": "oven-safe" }, "title": "Oven Safe", "type": "features" }, { "handle": { "current": "dishwasher-safe" }, "title": "Dishwasher Safe", "type": "features" }, { "handle": { "current": "pfas-free" }, "title": "Free of PFAS", "type": "features" }, { "handle": { "current": "stay-cool-handle" }, "title": "Stay Cool Handles", "type": "features" }, { "handle": { "current": "third-party-tested" }, "title": "Third-Party Tested", "type": "features" }, { "handle": { "current": "united-states" }, "title": "United States", "type": "country_of_origin" }, { "handle": { "current": "stainless-clad" }, "title": "Stainless Clad", "type": "material" }, { "handle": { "current": "cookware" }, "title": "Cookware", "type": "product_category" }, { "handle": { "current": "saucier" }, "title": "Sauciers", "type": "product_type" } ], "title": "3 QT" } } ``` - [**Made In Stainless Clad Rondeau**](https://madeincookware.com/products/stainless-clad-rondeau/6-quart) — Versatile for braising, searing, and oven use thanks to its sturdy, deep design. ```json { "_key": "c5b62ced7e8c", "_type": "variant", "data": { "_id": "ccabcc38-049b-49b9-9157-46adec4de076", "badges": [], "collegiateAsset": null, "computed": { "discount": 0, "isAvailable": true, "isPrimary": true, "offset": 0, "price": 249, "status": "forSale" }, "handle": { "current": "10-quart" }, "imageBadges": null, "media": [ { "_key": "ae20858c2552", "description": null, "hotspots": null, "image": { "asset": { "altText": "A person wearing an apron holds a steaming pot with both hands using oven mitts.", "metadata": { "dimensions": { "_type": "sanity.imageDimensions", "aspectRatio": 1, "height": 1080, "width": 1080 }, "lqip": "data:image/jpeg;base64,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" }, "url": "https://cdn.sanity.io/images/fr9flhkd/main/7b0bb1ba7b03861657f4e5a6d6dcdc979776249d-1080x1080.jpg" } }, "tags": [ "secondary", "gallery" ], "type": "image", "video": null } ], "meta": { "hasCollegiate": false, "hasTrial": true, "hasWaitList": false, "isCollegiate": false, "isFinalSale": false, "isHidden": false, "isOnSale": true, "isSet": false, "promoDates": null, "promoPrice": null, "warranty": "lifetime" }, "product": { "ranking": 16, "rating": { "rating": 4.95, "rating_count": 1086 }, "shopify": { "handle": "stainless-clad-rondeau", "id": 6612572864591, "image": { "alt": null, "height": 1500, "src": "https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2131/5111/files/Web_Stainless_Rondeau_10qt-wLid_1x1_005.jpg?v=1762198964", "width": 1500 }, "title": "Stainless Clad Rondeau" } }, "shopify": { "handle": null, "id": 39604548501583, "image": { "alt": null, "height": 1500, "src": "https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2131/5111/files/Web_Stainless_Rondeau_10qt-wLid_1x1_005.jpg?v=1762198964", "width": 1500 }, "option1": "10 QT", "option2": null, "option3": null, "title": "10 QT" }, "taxonomies": [ { "handle": { "current": "10-quart" }, "title": "10 QT", "type": "size" }, { "handle": { "current": "induction-compatible" }, "title": "Induction Compatible", "type": "features" }, { "handle": { "current": "oven-safe" }, "title": "Oven Safe", "type": "features" }, { "handle": { "current": "dishwasher-safe" }, "title": "Dishwasher Safe", "type": "features" }, { "handle": { "current": "pfas-free" }, "title": "Free of PFAS", "type": "features" }, { "handle": { "current": "third-party-tested" }, "title": "Third-Party Tested", "type": "features" }, { "handle": { "current": "italy" }, "title": "Italy", "type": "country_of_origin" }, { "handle": { "current": "stainless-clad" }, "title": "Stainless Clad", "type": "material" }, { "handle": { "current": "cookware" }, "title": "Cookware", "type": "product_category" }, { "handle": { "current": "rondeau" }, "title": "Rondeaus", "type": "product_type" } ], "title": "10 QT" } } ``` - 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[**Made In Carbon Steel Griddle**](https://madeincookware.com/products/carbon-steel-griddle-set/griddle-press-set) — Fits over two burners for versatile flat-top cooking like burgers and breakfast dishes. ```json { "_key": "09740fe4bfa8", "_type": "variant", "data": { "_id": "variant.42784895205455", "badges": [ { "_key": "Best Seller", "logoAsset": null, "title": "Best Seller" } ], "collegiateAsset": null, "computed": { "compare_at_price": 258, "discount": 23, "isAvailable": true, "isPrimary": true, "offset": 59, "price": 199, "status": "forSale" }, "handle": { "current": "griddle-press-set" }, "imageBadges": null, "media": [ { "_key": "f8f13064fa9b", "description": null, "hotspots": null, "image": { "asset": { "altText": "A person's arm is visible as they press down on hamburger patties with a spatula on an outdoor grill.", "metadata": { "dimensions": { "_type": "sanity.imageDimensions", "aspectRatio": 1.0045754026354319, "height": 5464, "width": 5489 }, "lqip": "data:image/jpeg;base64,/9j/2wBDAAYEBQYFBAYGBQYHBwYIChAKCgkJChQODwwQFxQYGBcUFhYaHSUfGhsjHBYWICwgIyYnKSopGR8tMC0oMCUoKSj/2wBDAQcHBwoIChMKChMoGhYaKCgoKCgoKCgoKCgoKCgoKCgoKCgoKCgoKCgoKCgoKCgoKCgoKCgoKCgoKCgoKCgoKCj/wAARCAAUABQDASIAAhEBAxEB/8QAGAABAQEBAQAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAYHAwX/xAAkEAABBAICAQUBAQAAAAAAAAADAQIEBQAGERJBEyEiMXEHUf/EABcBAAMBAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAIDBAX/xAAbEQEAAgIDAAAAAAAAAAAAAAABAAIRMQMSIf/aAAwDAQACEQMRAD8ApdAo9HlQmAlRiutnORxTIxydV8Jz/mQdlflq93tYFeH06wquG4Q1+0+lXO+6b9bilpB01zY8VgWsIRGJ3e5POSFIG0rpkm0vSiM+anuVSJ2av54yW4tfdy7hXspqZna1RA2cpjAvRiEd15TxzjL630/arqeSwjRHmCf5NeJydVTGMLmNxbwufBld/X9fg6psYI1UhUCX3VCu7cfi5nmwD9IHfs93K88PXlMYxloFGe3Sbve1NYGJBl+mBifFvXnjGMZGhmbtF6k//9k=" }, "url": "https://cdn.sanity.io/images/fr9flhkd/main/ca7e1e3e66c4efbbe0dff7954e92377d5a20686c-5489x5464.jpg" } }, "tags": [ "secondary" ], "type": "image", "video": null } ], "meta": { "hasCollegiate": false, "hasTrial": true, "hasWaitList": false, "isCollegiate": false, "isFinalSale": false, "isHidden": false, "isOnSale": true, "isSet": true, "promoDates": null, "promoPrice": null, "warranty": "lifetime" }, "product": { "ranking": 20, "rating": { "rating": 4.77, "rating_count": 2318 }, "shopify": { "handle": "carbon-steel-griddle-set", "id": 7742164992079, "image": { "alt": null, "height": 1150, "src": "https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2131/5111/files/Web_Carbon_Steel_Griddle_Set_15_1x1_001_7ce8974b-8e29-4bf3-bf8e-1fd3ef420e0f.jpg?v=1762270237", "width": 1150 }, "title": "Carbon Steel Griddle Set" } }, "shopify": { "handle": null, "id": 42784895205455, "image": { "alt": null, "height": 1500, "src": "https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2131/5111/files/Web_Carbon_Steel_Griddle_2-Burner_wPress_1x1_Hero_518cbff3-73fc-4f4b-9a08-7af856202e68.jpg?v=1745357790", "width": 1500 }, "option1": "Griddle + Press", "option2": null, "option3": null, "title": "Griddle + Press" }, "taxonomies": [ { "handle": { "current": "carbon-steel" }, "title": "Carbon Steel", "type": "material" }, { "handle": { "current": "cookware" }, "title": "Cookware", "type": "product_category" }, { "handle": { "current": "sets" }, "title": "Sets", "type": "product_category" }, { "handle": { "current": "griddle" }, "title": "Griddles", "type": "product_type" }, { "handle": { "current": "induction-compatible" }, "title": "Induction Compatible", "type": "features" }, { "handle": { "current": "best-sellers" }, "title": "Best Sellers", "type": "merchandising" }, { "handle": { "current": "pfas-free" }, "title": "Free of PFAS", "type": "features" } ], "title": null } } ``` - [**Made In Cast Iron Skillet**](https://madeincookware.com/products/cast-iron-fry-pan) – unmatched durability, heat retention, and searing power. ```json { "_key": "d3a195f9311d", "_type": "variant", "data": { "_id": "variant.45288221769807", "badges": [ { "_key": "New", "logoAsset": null, "title": "New" } ], "collegiateAsset": null, "computed": { "discount": 0, "isAvailable": true, "isPrimary": false, "offset": 0, "price": 199, "status": "forSale" }, "handle": { "current": "12-inch" }, "imageBadges": null, "media": [ { "_key": "3ac1c7fff0ef", "description": null, "hotspots": null, "image": { "asset": { "altText": null, "metadata": { "dimensions": { "_type": "sanity.imageDimensions", "aspectRatio": 1, "height": 1500, "width": 1500 }, "lqip": "data:image/jpeg;base64,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" }, "url": "https://cdn.sanity.io/images/fr9flhkd/main/35a2e448262b85832cf4b813e100bb4a75526e6a-1500x1500.jpg" } }, "tags": [ "secondary" ], "type": "image", "video": null } ], "meta": { "hasCollegiate": false, "hasTrial": false, "hasWaitList": false, "isCollegiate": false, "isFinalSale": false, "isHidden": false, "isOnSale": false, "isSet": false, "promoDates": null, "promoPrice": null, "warranty": "lifetime" }, "product": { "ranking": 29, "rating": null, "shopify": { "handle": "cast-iron-fry-pan", "id": 8668720365647, "image": { "alt": null, "height": 1500, "src": "https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2131/5111/files/Cast_Iron_8in_Skillet-Hero.jpg?v=1779486192", "width": 1500 }, "title": "Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet" } }, "shopify": { "handle": null, "id": 45288221769807, "image": { "alt": null, "height": 1500, "src": "https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2131/5111/files/Cast_Iron_12in_Skillet-Hero.jpg?v=1779486219", "width": 1500 }, "option1": "12\"", "option2": null, "option3": null, "title": "12\"" }, "taxonomies": [ { "handle": { "current": "cast-iron" }, "title": "Seasoned Cast Iron", "type": "material" }, { "handle": { "current": "frying-pans" }, "title": "Frying Pans", "type": "product_type" }, { "handle": { "current": "cookware" }, "title": "Cookware", "type": "product_category" }, { "handle": { "current": "united-states" }, "title": "United States", "type": "country_of_origin" }, { "handle": { "current": "12-inch" }, "title": "12\"", "type": "size" } ], "title": null } } ``` ## The Bottom Line Professional chefs don’t buy cookware based on celebrity endorsements or Instagram ads. They buy what survives a 12-hour shift and makes their food better. Made In Cookware equips 4,000+ restaurant kitchens–from Michelin-starred fine dining to neighborhood favorites–with stainless steel, carbon steel, and cast iron, all built for professional abuse. **Start with:** The 10-inch [Cast Iron Skillet](https://madeincookware.com/products/cast-iron-fry-pan), [Carbon Steel Frying Pan](https://madeincookware.com/products/carbon-steel-frying-pan/10-inch), and/or [Stainless Clad Frying Pan](https://madeincookware.com/products/stainless-steel-frying-pan/10-inch). All of these pans handle everything a home or professional kitchen can throw at them. ```json { "_key": "e2e7c93d2127", "_type": "cta", "title": "Shop Made In Cookware", "url": "/collections/cookware" } ``` --- URL: https://madeincookware.com/blogs/professional-chef-cookware-guide