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seeking rental kitchen in BR
Posted on 12/3/20 at 8:18 pm
Posted on 12/3/20 at 8:18 pm
I know some other posters have put the word out on here before, Figured I would try my luck. I am looking for a small rental kitchen or shared space kitchen to operate from. I am a professional chef, own a monster smoker and am looking at catering rigs/food trucks currently. I have worked for years in the corporate environment and still do, but I think it's high time i use my talents to build something for mine and my family's future. seems like the perfect time to be a flexible mobile working unit vs. brick and mortar for the time being anyways.any good leads will be payed in smoked meats;)
This post was edited on 12/3/20 at 9:10 pm
Posted on 12/3/20 at 8:56 pm to Viceroy_Fizzlebottom
I have a good friend that has a kitchen in his bar in N.O. in the uptown area. Not sure what his situation is at the moment as he's had a few folks come and go since he installed his kitchen in his bar several years ago.
With this Covid crap going on, it could be open for use. You could give it a look to see if it fits your needs if it is available.
With this Covid crap going on, it could be open for use. You could give it a look to see if it fits your needs if it is available.
Posted on 12/3/20 at 9:16 pm to Viceroy_Fizzlebottom
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sorry mate, Baton Rouge area.
Well, that leaves my post a moot point.
Good luck in finding a spot to start your business.
Posted on 12/3/20 at 9:26 pm to Viceroy_Fizzlebottom
It's probably too large, but the Ascension Parish government has a place at Lamar Dixon called the commissary that they lease out. It was built to help startup food businesses.
Posted on 12/4/20 at 8:52 am to Viceroy_Fizzlebottom
Not sure if it fits what you're looking for, the ag center at LSU has a food business incubator that includes a rental kitchen.
Posted on 12/4/20 at 10:50 am to ldts
I think the LSU incubator is more geared toward developing and producing retail products, but it's worth a shot. thanks for the replies.
Posted on 12/4/20 at 10:51 am to Btrtigerfan
thanks! will take a look.
Posted on 12/4/20 at 3:41 pm to Viceroy_Fizzlebottom
I did the food truck/catering thing for about five years before eventually burning out. I'll warn you about the amount of hours you'll be working as the owner/jack-of-all-trades, and that you can probably make a higher hourly wage and maintain lower stress levels working at McDonalds. Regardless, it was a great experience, and I have zero regrets.
If you're comfortable with all that then you should look for a bar that barely serves food and has all their paperwork current. We found and used two of these back in the day, and I'd guess it would be even easier to find now. You may be able to horse-trade your way into the kitchen if you offer to prep some quick serve stuff to keep the bar's customers drinking. You'll want to keep your funds fluid rather than tied up in any rent agreement. Get the health inspector out and make sure there are no issues with the arrangement before any money changes hands. Best of luck man.
If you're comfortable with all that then you should look for a bar that barely serves food and has all their paperwork current. We found and used two of these back in the day, and I'd guess it would be even easier to find now. You may be able to horse-trade your way into the kitchen if you offer to prep some quick serve stuff to keep the bar's customers drinking. You'll want to keep your funds fluid rather than tied up in any rent agreement. Get the health inspector out and make sure there are no issues with the arrangement before any money changes hands. Best of luck man.
Posted on 12/4/20 at 11:32 pm to ThreeBonesCater
thanks bud. I am well aware of the pitfalls of this biz, but I must start somewhere. I have spent my whole career doing the bidding of other people with zero experience in the life we live. I assure you I have no dreams of food truck grandure, and the hours will suck as always, but freedom comes at a high price. thanks for the recs, and I shall update when I find my groove.
Posted on 12/5/20 at 7:05 am to Viceroy_Fizzlebottom
I’ve got no leads on kitchens, but consider participating in the red stick farmers markets. Management can be a hassle, but their markets serve as good aggregators of food conscious people. Exposure there will help to build a brand, and volume can be surprisingly high though it is very seasonal and weather driven.
Will also say that a food truck owning friend managed to get a gig at a large petrochemical plant and makes good, steady money that way. If you have any interest and connections with plant managers, it can be a lucrative model.
Will also say that a food truck owning friend managed to get a gig at a large petrochemical plant and makes good, steady money that way. If you have any interest and connections with plant managers, it can be a lucrative model.
Posted on 12/5/20 at 1:02 pm to hungryone
What is your definition of a monster smoker?
Posted on 12/5/20 at 2:03 pm to Viceroy_Fizzlebottom
I know some churches rent out their kitchens since they are so rarely used.
Posted on 12/5/20 at 2:07 pm to ruger35
holds about 20 pork butts at a time, or 3 40 lb cases of chicken 1/2's.
Posted on 12/7/20 at 7:38 am to Viceroy_Fizzlebottom
Just curious, as what you're doing is sort of my plan for when my 250 is ready. Just some pickup/to go pre-order type sales. Just got my business license and stuff, but have no idea on the next steps.
Posted on 12/10/20 at 1:56 pm to ruger35
sorry, just seeing this. your #1 priority is finding a kitchen with current health and hospitals certification that will allow you to operate legally (if you want to be more than a bro in law/cash only caterer). you should also get a serve safe certification. as far as finding customers, just do some pop up's, maybe a few charity events and if your BBQ is up to snuff, the customers will come to you pretty quickly. just make sure to price your food accordingly. you don't want to sell low for the sake of attracting customers and then end up raising your prices on people when you realize you have under sold yourself. keep us updated when you snag that smoker. cheers!
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