A Resource Built to Serve the Shared Kitchen Community
Running a shared kitchen is no small task. One moment, you’re helping a food entrepreneur launch their dream business, and the next, you’re juggling scheduling conflicts, preparing for health inspections, or adjusting pricing models to keep your kitchen financially sustainable. With so many moving parts, finding the right tools and guidance can be overwhelming.
That’s why we created the Shared Kitchen Toolkit, a structured guide to help kitchen operators navigate the challenges of this dynamic industry. When we first launched it in 2018, it was the first-of-its-kind resource for shared-use kitchens. Since then, the industry has evolved, bringing new challenges like rising operational costs, shifting business models, demand for flexible kitchen space, and changes in food safety regulations.
To address these changes, we spent the last two years collaborating with kitchen operators, food system leaders, and industry experts to update and expand the toolkit. The result is a fully reimagined second edition packed with up-to-date best practices, industry insights, and real-world success stories. This essential resource is designed to help you streamline operations, boost profitability, and position your kitchen for long-term success.
Why You Need This Toolkit
Whether you’re just starting to plan your shared kitchen, an experienced operator looking to improve efficiency, or an industry professional wanting to deepen your knowledge, finding the right resources can be challenging. Information isn’t always easy to access, and knowing where to start can feel overwhelming.
The second edition of the Shared Kitchen Toolkit was designed with and for shared kitchen operators and industry professionals to help you navigate the complexities of running a shared-use kitchen. It provides the insights, strategies, and real-world examples you need to make informed decisions and streamline your operations.
For New Shared Kitchen Operators: A Roadmap to Launching Your Shared Kitchen
If you’re in the early stages of launching a shared kitchen, you likely have big questions—how to set pricing, navigate licensing, attract food businesses, and build a sustainable operation. The toolkit was designed to answer those questions and more with step-by-step guidance on:
For Experienced Operators: Guidance for Refining Or Expanding Your Operations
If you’re already running a successful shared kitchen, you may be looking for ways to expand your impact, increase revenue, or optimize operations. The toolkit provides new strategies tailored for growth and scaling, including:
For Industry Professionals: Insights & Data to Deepen Your Expertise
For consultants, food system advocates, economic development professionals, and policy makers, the toolkit serves as an essential resource for understanding the evolving shared kitchen landscape. You can expect to find:
No matter what your goals are, the Second Edition of The Shared Kitchen Toolkit can serve as your guide for navigating challenges, making informed decisions, and providing the tools to help you thrive.
Get Your Copy!
While the whole Toolkit is available to read for free on our website, we know you may want your own copy to download, take notes, and share with your stakeholders. To make the Second Edition of The Shared Kitchen Toolkit as accessible and useful as possible, we’re offering multiple formats:
- Free Online Version – Read the full guide anytime.
- Downloadable Edition ($99) – Keep an offline copy for quick reference.
- Printed Edition – A durable, professional printed copy perfect for hands-on use. Coming Soon!
- Licensed Distribution – Provide access to your team, network, or community with tailored training options. Coming Soon!
Explore the different formats and find the one that’s right for you.
