In the same way, organizations tend to outsource some services, the food industry benefits from having experts in a line of products. Commissary kitchens often address this need by providing ready-made food for some restaurants, while also providing opportunities for individuals to rent out their kitchens.
The growth of ghost kitchens is likely to increase in the East African market and provides a unique opportunity for individuals looking to venture into the field. Due to the low competition in the field, this form of the commercial kitchen has the potential to provide significant benefits for those who invest in it. Aside from this, commissary kitchen owners benefit from having two revenue generation forms through the rent and food supply model.
When looking to invest in the commissary kitchen industry, one can look into providing services to:
- Caterers
- Ghost Kitchens
- Restaurants
- Pop-up restaurants
- Food-trucks
- Concession stands
Considerations to Make to Create a Commissary Kitchen
Required permits
The nature of the business requires that the commercial kitchen owners consider all legal requirements for creating the kitchen in a region. It is vital as the kitchen can function as a restaurant and can be rented out for others to use for their services. Aside from this, due to the presence of partnerships within the business, having good legal structures ensure food standards are in line with government requirements.
Commercial Kitchen Equipment
Having commercial kitchen equipment will inform the number of clients your commissary kitchen has as well as the quality of food provided. When clients look into renting out a commissary kitchen, they would prefer to have high-quality equipment that results in good quality food. Not only does this inform the number of returning clients, but it also informs the speed at which the business grows over time. Therefore, investing in quality commercial kitchen equipment has a significant impact on the success of the commissary kitchen.
Food provided
The nature of clients acquired for food delivery is informed by the type of food provided. Individuals should consult on needs within the market as well as their interests. This ensures that a feasible menu is provided that results in revenue generation. Aside from this, commissary kitchen owners should look into recruiting cooks who can provide new products for their clients. This could contribute to the growth of the business, as it is directly related to the speed the business adapts to societal needs. Therefore, having a combination of food products offered would ensure the business can grow steadily.
Location
The commercial kitchen’s location informs the speed of food delivery. Therefore, before creating the commissary kitchen one should consider whether to also include transportation within their offering. This will also inform the nature of equipment acquired for storage during transportation. Hence, having a location that is convenient for your clients would be ideal.
Space
The space available for the business can determine the maximum number of clients served. While this should not hinder one at the beginning of the business, it should be considered as the organization grows. Doing so facilitates the continuous absorption of new clients within the business framework.
Professional support
Acquiring professional assistance would ensure you can effectively start your commissary kitchen. Experts would assess business needs as well as organizational budgets. Therefore, the team could guide on the type of commercial kitchen equipment and how to address food delivery and other needs. Reach out to the Merican Limited team for guidance on how to go into the next steps of seeing your commissary kitchen come to life.