What Cookware Do Chefs Use?

Cookware used by chefs is designed to handle the demands of busy kitchens and deliver reliable results meal after meal. From sturdy skillets and versatile saucepans to essential stockpots and sauté pans, these pieces are chosen for their performance and durability. Whether you’re preparing weeknight dinners or experimenting with new recipes, cookware used by chefs can help you achieve professional-quality results at home. Explore options that support every cooking style and skill level.

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  • Hestan ProBond Stainless Steel TITUM™ Nonstick Skillets
    $269.95
    (577)

    Love me hesitant pans. Super solid performing and work great on induction....The weight and balance from handle also some of the best I've owned....Best I've...Best I've ever owned and I have owned plenty! Worth every cent. Love love love it!!!

    Pros: quality, durability, easy to clean

  • All-Clad D3 Stainless Steel Saucepan with Lid
    $229.95
    (420)

    Love it!...Just go for it, All-Clad is the best!...All Clad is the best!

    Pros: easy to clean, durable, versatility

  • All-Clad D3 Stainless Steel Skillet with Lid
    $199.95
    (409)

    Love my AllClad...AllClad cookware is the best for cooking on my Wolf induction stove. Manufactured in the USA....Can't best that combination in a quality product....Love these pans. They cook evenly, are beautiful and are easy to clean

    Pros: easy to clean, quality, versatility

  • Zwilling Motion Hard-Anodized Aluminum Nonstick Skillets
    $34.96
    (219)

    Best of the best...Looks and feel great. I’m sure I will love it....Best fry pan I ever owned! Cooking to cleaning...there is nothing to complain about....Great product!!!

    Pros: lightweight, durable, high quality

  • Scanpan Pro SB+ Skillet
    $124.95
    (201)

    The Best...Love them! Cook beautifully and great cleanup. Highly recommend....Easily the best pan I've ever used!

    Pros: non-stick, durable, easy to clean

  • Zwilling Clad CFX Ceramic Nonstick Skillet
    $49.96
    (171)

    Achieve perfectly browned and braised results every time, plus everything else you want and need in a nonstick skillet. Encapsulated by shiny stainless steel, the sturdy, 3mm clad construction features an aluminum core that heats up evenly and quickly....

    Pros: nonstick, even heating, durable

  • Staub Skillet, 10"
    $199.95
    (153)

    Great pan!...Love how well this holds up. Customer service is the best...Great frying pan...The best frying pan. Easy to clean. Holds desired heat wonderfully. Great color as well!!

    Pros: versatility, easy to clean, durability

  • All-Clad Copper Core Saucepans
    $229.96
    (147)

    Love this pan! Great weight, easy to clean, very fast cooking with copper core....Love it! The best pan I ever had....Great pan

    Pros: durable, easy to clean, aesthetic

  • All-Clad D5 Brushed Stainless Steel Saucepans
    $219.95
    (141)

    Love it!...Best cookware, hands down. USA made is a big plus!...Best pan...The best pan !!!

    Pros: durable, quality, size

  • Hestan CopperBond Stockpot, 6 qt.
    $649.95
    (133)

    Best!...I fell in love with these when I saw them displayed at Dillards....Great temperature control, just got...Great temperature control, just got it, not sure how long it'll last , great pan, love it

    Pros: durability, easy to clean, appearance

  • Le Creuset Signature Cast-Iron Skillet, 10.25"
    $183.96
    (124)

    Love it Le Creuset is the best...Love the color...Great pan, love the color.

    Pros: easy to clean, versatility, durable

  • Lodge Chef Collection Cast Iron Skillet
    $49.95
    (114)

    LOVE this! LOVE everything Lodge! Great cookware!...Lodge is the best! It will last generations.

    Pros: easy to clean, versatility, durable

  • All-Clad Copper Core Skillets
    $299.95
    (108)

    The best All-clad frying pan ever!...I love, love, love it!! From cook top to oven, a breeze to clean....I LOVE this pan!...I've since bought another pan (All in One Pan and love that one too.

    Pros: durable, quality, high quality

  • Zwilling Spirit Stainless Steel Saucepans
    $104.95
    (104)

    Best Pots on the market....Great to cook with. You'll never buy another brand...Great saucepan...Perfect size, well made with great material. Love it!

    Pros: even heating, perfect size, quality

  • Demeyere Industry5 Stainless Steel Skillets
    $149.96
    (99)

    Best pan we have ever owned!...I own and found the Atlantis line to be the best I've ever tried (also own AC copper core).

    Pros: easy to clean, durable, 5-ply construction

  • Hestan NanoBond Titanium Saucepans
    $419.95
    (95)

    I love these...These are the best. they heat up fast. Cooking is a pleasure with them....I love the way they are made they look great too....Love my new cookware!...I ordered quite a few pieces of the Nano Bond and I love them all!

    Pros: easy to clean, durable, high quality

  • Demeyere Atlantis7 Proline Stainless Steel Skillet
    $329.95
    (91)

    Great Product!!!!...This is the best fry pan i have ever used it heats quickly and perfectly even on the entire pan....THE ABSOLUTE BEST COOKWARE...YOU WILL LOVE THEM. THEY ARE NOT CHEAP, BUT WELL WORTH THE PRICE.

    Pros: easy cleaning, even heating, no rivets

  • Staub Traditional Skillet, 11"
    $279.95
    (90)

    The best everyday pan...I use this everyday and absolutely love cooking with it....s is heavy but the best skillet I?ve ever had! I chose blue and the color is rich and beautiful....I love all of my staub.

    Pros: easy to clean, versatility, durable

  • Cuisinart Stainless Steel Saucepan with Lid
    $49.96
    (86)

    Best little sauce pan on conduction burner...Love the size...Great products!...Have several stainless steel cuisinart pans and i absolutely love them!

    Pros: easy to clean, quality, size

  • Hestan NanoBond Titanium Sauté Pans
    $469.95
    (83)

    Best-in-Class...This is the best sauté pan I've ever used. Great heat retention and distribution. Easy to clean....Best pan ever!!

    Pros: durable, easy to clean, versatility

  • Staub Cast Iron Skillet, 12"
    $249.95
    (81)

    This pan is the best! Some reviews say that food sticks. Not true. Worth the price!...Love using for blackened salmon which needs an extremely hot surface in order to achieve the best results

    Pros: versatility, easy to clean, size

  • Demeyere Industry5 Stainless Steel Essential Pan, 3.5 Qt.
    $199.96
    (78)

    Best ever...Love it! So much I decided to buy the set....The best!...Used for mac and cheese and it was great....It is big but honestly I love it anyways.

    Pros: versatility, quality, heat retention

  • Scanpan ES5 Skillet
    $124.95
    (78)

    I love this pan! One of the best that I have ever used!!...Best pan I ever tried! Don’t look any further. This is it!...
    I absolutely love making scrambled eggs, chicken tenders, vegetables and much more.

    Pros: easy to clean, non-stick, durability

  • All-Clad D3 Stainless Steel Covered Sauté Pan
    $179.95
    (71)

    Perfect for sautéing or searing a wide variety of meats and vegetables, and creating one-pot meals, this sturdy sauté pan features a large surface area with tall, straight sides that hold in juices and allow for easy turning. Ideal for a wide...

    Pros: easy to clean, versatility, quality

What Cookware Do Chefs Use?

Professional chefs reach for cookware that stands up to the demands of a busy kitchen, offering durability, versatility, and consistent performance. These are the same qualities home cooks look for when building a collection that will last through countless meals and memories. Whether you’re searing steaks for a summer dinner party or simmering sauces for a quiet evening at home, the right cookware makes all the difference. Many chefs prefer pieces with heavy-gauge construction for even heat distribution, helping them achieve precise results every time. Stainless steel, cast iron, and nonstick pans each have a place in a well-rounded kitchen, with each material lending itself to different techniques. Stainless steel excels at browning and deglazing, while cast iron retains heat beautifully for roasting or baking. Nonstick pans simplify delicate tasks like flipping eggs or pancakes, making them a favorite for breakfast spreads. The weight and balance of a pan matter, too—look for handles that feel comfortable in your hand and lids that fit snugly to lock in moisture.

Cookware is a thoughtful gift for anyone starting a new chapter, from newlyweds outfitting their first kitchen to graduates moving into their own space. It’s also a practical upgrade for seasoned home cooks ready to elevate their everyday meals. In the heart of summer, when farmers’ markets overflow with fresh produce, a well-chosen sauté pan or Dutch oven becomes the centerpiece for everything from vibrant vegetable sautés to slow-cooked stews. For those who love to entertain, a collection of versatile cookware makes it easy to move from stovetop to oven to table, serving up dishes that look as good as they taste. And for families, investing in reliable pots and pans means more opportunities to cook together, passing down favorite recipes and creating new traditions. Each piece in a chef’s kitchen tells a story—of shared meals, new skills, and the simple pleasure of cooking with tools you trust.

Selecting cookware is about more than just utility; it’s about finding pieces that inspire confidence and creativity. Chefs, whether professional or passionate home cooks, look for features that match their cooking style: oven-safe finishes for seamless transitions, easy-to-clean surfaces for quick turnarounds, and sturdy construction that can handle years of daily use. In the long days of June, when the kitchen is filled with sunlight and the scent of fresh herbs, the right cookware encourages experimentation—trying a new recipe, perfecting a family favorite, or simply enjoying the process of making something delicious. With careful selection, these kitchen essentials become reliable partners, ready to help you tackle any culinary challenge, season after season.

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