fryer
n. B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈfɹaɪɝ// UK //fɹˈaɪɐ// fry·er
n. a person who cooks food in a pan of hot oil. You might also use this word to describe the machine or pan used for frying.
n. a person who prepares food by frying it in oil or fat; also refers to the vessel or appliance used for this process.
The fryer prepared a fresh batch of golden fries.
The kitchen staff cleaned the fryer after the lunch rush to ensure the oil remained clean for the next shift.
The professional fryer maintained a consistent oil temperature to ensure the chicken was perfectly crispy without becoming overly greasy.
From fry + -er (agent noun suffix) or + -er (patient suffix).