Empowering Local Food Entrepreneurs & Strengthening Community Through Culinary Innovation

The Gather Kitchen Incubator

The Gather Kitchen Incubator is a shared commercial kitchen space designed to support local food entrepreneurs by providing access to licensed facilities, business resources, and mentorship. Our mission is to foster small business growth, encourage culinary innovation, and create opportunities for community engagement through food.

Who We Serve

Gather Kitchen Incubator is open to:

Food Entrepreneurs & Small Businesses: Bakers, caterers, personal chefs, and food product creators.
Mobile Food Businesses: Food trucks needing a commissary kitchen. (Survey local food truck owners)
Community Groups & Educators: Offering apprenticeship programs, cooking classes, and workforce development.
Local Residents & Food Enthusiasts: Community dinners, pop-up restaurant experiences, and culinary workshops.

Key Offerings

Affordable Kitchen Access: Licensed commercial kitchen available for daily rental or monthly memberships at different usage tiers.
Packaging and Canning: Space accommodation to package and can goods.
Business Support: Guidance on licensing, inspections, food safety, and product packaging.
Professional Development: Workshops, networking, and mentorship with food industry experts.
Community Engagement: Pop-up dinners, culinary education, and partnerships with local schools and businesses.
Access to Storage: Storage space at a controlled temperature for food packaging incubator members.

Support for Food Trucks: Commissary kitchen services for food preparation and storage.