Passthrough Dishwashers

Commercial Passthrough & Hood Dishwashers

High-volume meal services demand an efficient, continuous dishwashing station to keep up with floor service. Commercial passthrough dishwashers, also referred to as hood-type dishwashers, are designed to sit at comfortable standing working heights between stainless steel dirty-inlet and clean-outlet benching. Instead of stooping down to load front doors, kitchen porters slide 500mm x 500mm dish racks directly into the open chamber, pull down the hood to initiate an automated wash cycle, and slide clean racks out onto drying benches seconds later.

This straight-line or corner-configured flow eliminates manual lifting, minimizes dish breakages, and processes high volumes of crockery, cutlery, and cookware per hour.

Products (134)

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FED PA3100TNC | 3 Solid Doors | Refrigerated | Passthrough Ventilated | PA Central Counter | Workbench Fridge | 580L

Sale 33%

[ Dimension: 1795W x 700D x 860H ]
F.E.D
Workbench Fridge

Thermaster 324L 2x3 Solid Door Pass-Through Ventilated GN 1/1 pan Refrigerated GN Central Counter - GN3100TNC

$5,590.00

$3,773.00 + GST

from $7.52 / day with SilverChef

In stock

FED PA2100TNC | 2 Solid Door | Refrigerated | Passthrough Ventilated | PA Central Counter | Workbench Fridge | 390L

Sale 33%

Thermaster 390L 2x2 Solid Door Pass-Through Ventilated 400x600mm Pan Refrigerated Central Counter - PA2100TNC

$5,490.00

$3,705.00 + GST

from $7.39 / day with SilverChef

In stock

Sale 33%

[ Dimension: 2020W x 800D x 860H ]
F.E.D
Workbench Fridge

Thermaster 580L 2x3 Solid Door Pass-Through Ventilated 400x600mm Pan Refrigerated Central Counter - PA3100TNC

$6,090.00

$4,110.00 + GST

from $8.20 / day with SilverChef

In stock

Sale 33%

[ Dimension: 1360W x 700D x 860H ]
F.E.D
Workbench Fridge

Thermaster 216L 2x2 Solid Door Pass-Through Ventilated GN 1/1 pan Refrigerated Island Counter - GN2100TNC

$4,890.00

$3,300.00 + GST

from $6.58 / day with SilverChef

In stock

F.E.D HWB2-138 Backfill I Hot Food Display Cabinet I Heated Food Display

Sale 25%

[ Dimension: 1259W x 707D x 691H ]
F.E.D
Cabinet Display/Food Warmer

Bonvue Heated Passthrough Warmer - HWB2-138

$3,480.00

$2,610.00 + GST

from $5.20 / day with SilverChef

In stock

F.E.D HWB2-65 Backfill I Hot Food Display Cabinet I Heated Food Display

Sale 25%

[ Dimension: 600W x 707D x 691H ]
F.E.D
Cabinet Display/Food Warmer

Bonvue Heated Passthrough Warmer - HWB2-65

$1,990.00

$1,492.00 + GST

from $2.98 / day with SilverChef

In stock

Bonvue Heated Passthrough Warmer - HWB2-102

Sale 25%

[ Dimension: 953W x 707D x 691H ]
F.E.D
Cabinet Display/Food Warmer

Bonvue Heated Passthrough Warmer - HWB2-102

$2,590.00

$1,942.00 + GST

from $3.87 / day with SilverChef

In stock

Bonvue Heated Passthrough Warmer - HWB2-152

Sale 25%

[ Dimension: 1400W x 707D x 691H ]
F.E.D
Cabinet Display/Food Warmer

Bonvue Heated Passthrough Warmer - HWB2-152

$3,690.00

$2,767.00 + GST

from $5.52 / day with SilverChef

In stock

True TBR60-PTSZ1-L-S-SS-SS-2 ''Pass Through'' Bar Refrigeration | 550 Litres

Sale 15%

[ Dimension: 1524W x 631D x 881H ]
True Refrigeration
Refrigerator

True TBR60-PTSZ1-L-S-SS-SS-2 ''Pass Through'' Bar Refrigeration | 550 Litres

$13,635.00

$11,590.00 + GST

from $23.11 / day with SilverChef

In stock

True TBR60-PTSZ1-L-B-GG-GG-2 ''Pass Through'' Bar Refrigeration | 550 Litres

Sale 15%

[ Dimension: 1524W x 631D x 881H ]
True Refrigeration
Refrigerator

True TBR60-PTSZ1-L-B-GG-GG-2 ''Pass Through'' Bar Refrigeration | 550 Litres

$13,995.00

$11,896.00 + GST

from $23.72 / day with SilverChef

In stock

True Refrigeration Pass-Through Bar Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Exterior, 1 Glass Swing Door Front, 1 Glass Swing Door Rear - TBR36-PTSZ1-L-S-G-G-2 | 350 Litres

Sale 15%

[ Dimension: 914W x 631D x 881H ]
True Refrigeration
Refrigerator

True Refrigeration Pass-Through Bar Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Exterior, 1 Glass Swing Door Front, 1 Glass Swing Door Rear - TBR36-PTSZ1-L-S-G-G-2 | 350 Litres

$11,170.00

$9,495.00 + GST

from $18.93 / day with SilverChef

In stock

Smeg SPH515AU | Easyline Fully Insulated | Passthrough Dishwasher | Dishwasher | Package Deal Promo Price

Sale 18%

[ Dimension: 634W x 750D x 1523H ]
Smeg
Dishwasher

Smeg SPH515AU | Easyline Fully Insulated | Passthrough Dishwasher | Dishwasher | Package Deal Promo Price

$11,499.00

$9,486.40 + GST

from $18.92 / day with SilverChef

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Mach HT 504.23RVT | Signature Line Passthrough Dishwasher | Self Condensate Steam Extraction | Heat Recovery | 500x500 Basket

Sale 4%

[ Dimension: 635W x 735D x 1675H ]
Mach
Passthrough Dishwasher

Mach HT 504.23RVT | Signature Line Passthrough Dishwasher | Self Condensate Steam Extraction | Heat Recovery | 500x500 Basket

$17,000.00

$16,320.00 + GST

from $32.55 / day with SilverChef

In stock

Mach HT504.13AT | Signature Line Passthrough Dishwasher | 500x500 Basket

Sale 4%

[ Dimension: 635W x 735D x 1460H ]
Mach
Passthrough Dishwasher

Mach HT504.13AT | Signature Line Passthrough Dishwasher | 500x500 Basket

$12,000.00

$11,520.00 + GST

from $22.97 / day with SilverChef

In stock

[ Dimension: 900W x 634D x 1360H ]
Skope
SpeedLane Grab & Go Fridge

SKOPE SL350N.4SW SpeedLane Grab & Go Fridge | Passthrough with 2 Swing Doors on Either Side

$9,660.00 + GST

from $19.26 / day with SilverChef

In stock

[ Dimension: 900W x 634D x 1360H ]
Skope
SpeedLane Grab & Go Fridge

SKOPE SL350N.4SL SpeedLane Grab & Go Fridge | Passthrough with 2 Sliding Doors on Either Side

$9,160.00 + GST

from $18.27 / day with SilverChef

In stock

[ Dimension: 1390W x 4070D x 2545H ]
Afinox
Blast Chiller / Shock Freezer

Skanos AX9AMI120RTSA01AA Afinox Infinity Evolution Roll-In 120 START Blast Chiller/Shock Freezer | Pass-Through

$116,640.00 + GST

from $232.60 / day with SilverChef

In stock

[ Dimension: 1390W x 3470D x 2545H ]
Afinox
Blast Chiller / Shock Freezer

Skanos AX9AMI100RTSA01AA Afinox Infinity Evolution Roll-In 100 START Blast Chiller/Shock Freezer | Pass-Through

$106,290.00 + GST

from $211.96 / day with SilverChef

In stock

[ Dimension: 1390W x 3070D x 2545H ]
Afinox
Blast Chiller / Shock Freezer

Skanos AX9AMI80RT5SA01AA Afinox Infinity Evolution Roll-In 80 START Blast Chiller/Shock Freezer | Pass-Through

$86,830.00 + GST

from $173.16 / day with SilverChef

In stock

[ Dimension: 1390W x 2465D x 2545H ]
Afinox
Blast Chiller / Shock Freezer

Skanos AX9AMI60RT5SA01AA Afinox Infinity Evolution Roll-In 60 START Blast Chiller/Shock Freezer | Pass-Through

$78,010.00 + GST

from $155.57 / day with SilverChef

In stock

Sale 4%

Mach Easy 90 | True Value Line Passthrough Dishwasher | 500 x 500 Basket

$7,000.00

$6,720.00 + GST

from $13.40 / day with SilverChef

In stock

Sale 4%

Mach Easy 90S | True Value Line Passthrough Dishwasher | 500 x 500 Basket

$7,000.00

$6,720.00 + GST

from $13.40 / day with SilverChef

In stock

Sale 4%

Mach HT504.23RVT | Signature Line Passthrough Dishwasher | Self Condensate Steam Extraction | Heat Recovery | 500x500 Basket

$17,000.00

$16,320.00 + GST

from $32.55 / day with SilverChef

In stock

Sale 4%

Mach HT635.23AT | Signature Line Wide Body Passthrough Dishwasher | High Powered | 630x630 Basket

$14,000.00

$13,440.00 + GST

from $26.80 / day with SilverChef

In stock

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about this collection.

A commercial passthrough dishwasher, also known as a hood-type dishwasher, is designed to handle high-volume dishwashing while fitting into a dedicated wash-up area. Racks are generally loaded at bench height, then moved into the machine before the hood is lowered for the wash cycle. This setup can create a practical workflow between the dirty and clean sides of a dishwashing station. Passthrough dishwashers are commonly suited to hotels, restaurants, cafés, clubs, schools, hospitals and catering facilities where larger quantities of plates, glasses, cutlery and kitchenware need to be processed during service. When choosing a unit, consider rack capacity, cycle times, machine dimensions, utilities and available space. If you're unsure whether a passthrough dishwasher suits your kitchen layout or washing volume, Cater Central can help you compare the relevant specifications.

Start by considering your busiest service periods and the quantity and type of wares your kitchen needs to wash. A hotel or large restaurant may require a higher-capacity machine to handle continuous rack loads, while a smaller operation may have different requirements. Check the dishwasher's rack dimensions, cycle options, clearance height and overall footprint against your available space. Water supply, drainage and electrical requirements are also important and should be confirmed before installation. Think about the complete workflow, including the location of the pre-rinse area, dishwasher, clean storage and staff movement around the machine. A suitable configuration can help make the wash-up area more practical. If you're unsure which commercial passthrough dishwasher matches your expected workload and kitchen layout, contact Cater Central for assistance.

Passthrough dishwashers are commonly used for commercial dishware such as plates, cups, cutlery, trays and other suitable kitchen items, depending on the machine's rack configuration and manufacturer's specifications. Before purchasing, consider the size and shape of the items your business washes most frequently. Glasses may require appropriate racks, while larger trays or kitchenware may need additional clearance. Heavy or baked-on food residue may also require pre-rinsing or other preparation according to the machine's instructions. Not every item is suitable for every commercial dishwasher, so always check the manufacturer's guidance. Hotels, restaurants and catering businesses should also consider whether their current dish racks are compatible with the selected machine. If you're unsure whether a particular passthrough dishwasher can accommodate your existing kitchenware, Cater Central can help you check the specifications.

Passthrough dishwashers require more than simply enough floor space. Before purchasing, check the manufacturer's requirements for electrical supply, water connection, drainage, machine clearance and any ventilation provisions. The hood needs sufficient vertical clearance to operate comfortably, while the surrounding benches should allow staff to load and unload racks efficiently. Consider positioning the dishwasher between a dirty wash-up area and a clean storage or drying area to support a logical workflow. Your kitchen should also have adequate access for delivery, installation and future servicing. Utility requirements vary between models, so they should be confirmed against your site's existing services before ordering. If you're planning a new hotel kitchen, renovation or commercial fit-out and aren't sure whether your space can accommodate a passthrough dishwasher, Cater Central can help identify the key specifications to review.

Yes. Cater Central supplies commercial passthrough dishwashers to hospitality and foodservice businesses Australia-wide, including hotels, restaurants, cafés, bars, clubs, schools, hospitals and catering operations. Freight costs vary depending on the delivery destination, machine size and weight, order quantity and delivery requirements. Because passthrough dishwashers are substantial commercial appliances, access should be considered before ordering. Check doorways, corridors, loading areas and the final installation space to ensure the machine can be delivered and positioned safely. Larger hotel projects or multiple-machine orders may require freight to be assessed based on the complete shipment. You should also confirm electrical, water and drainage requirements before purchase. If you're unsure which passthrough dishwasher is suitable for your operation or would like to check freight costs for your destination, contact Cater Central for assistance.