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A Shared-Use Commercial Kitchen

TheCoKitchen is a licensed, shared-use commercial kitchen that is cost effective for food & beverage entrepreneurs.  The San Marcos facility is available to  members on an hourly basis.  This allows you to fulfill your culinary business needs without the high overhead.   With lowered-risk and minimal start-up costs, you can focus on growing your business.  

Facility Amenities

Retail Serving Windows

24-Hr Access Secure Facility

Retail Serving Windows

Kitchen members have the opportunity to vend their products from designated retail windows.

Mobile Food Park

24-Hr Access Secure Facility

Retail Serving Windows

 RedBus Food Park is co-located with TheCoKitchen. The large naturally-shaded eating area as well as our climate controlled red bus is provided for retail window clients as well as our food truck patrons.

24-Hr Access Secure Facility

24-Hr Access Secure Facility

24-Hr Access Secure Facility

Kitchen members will have 24-hr access to the facility.  Video surveillance and digital keypad access ensure safety and security.

Staying Connected

Staying Connected

24-Hr Access Secure Facility

The facility has high speed WIFI for members and patrons. Kitchen scheduling is done through our online reservation system.

Great Location

Staying Connected

Great Location

TheCoKitchen is the only shared-use commercial kitchen in San Marcos.  Since it is located directly between student housing and campus, this location  provides heavy customer foot traffic for retail.

Shared-Use Commercial Kitchen Equipment

Lang Double Gas Convection Oven

Blodgett Double Gas Convection Oven

Blodgett Double Gas Convection Oven

Blodgett Double Gas Convection Oven

Blodgett Double Gas Convection Oven

Blodgett Double Gas Convection Oven

10-Burner Gas Range with two ovens

Blodgett Double Gas Convection Oven

10-Burner Gas Range with two ovens

Vulcan 30-Qt Tilt Skillet

Many Refrigerators and Freezers

10-Burner Gas Range with two ovens

Hobart 30-Qt Mixer

Many Refrigerators and Freezers

Many Refrigerators and Freezers

Many Refrigerators and Freezers

Many Refrigerators and Freezers

Many Refrigerators and Freezers

Limited Pots & Pans

Limited Pots & Pans

Limited Pots & Pans

Speed Racks

Limited Pots & Pans

Limited Pots & Pans

Dry & Cold Storage

Limited Pots & Pans

Dish, Hand & Prep Sinks

Dish, Hand & Prep Sinks

Dish, Hand & Prep Sinks

Dish, Hand & Prep Sinks

Ample Prep Tables

Dish, Hand & Prep Sinks

Ample Prep Tables

Microwave

Dish, Hand & Prep Sinks

Ample Prep Tables

Shared Kitchen Member Pricing

Security Deposit

$250

Flat Rate Main Kitchen Users

$25/hr

Flat Rate for Prep Only

$20/hr

Retail Window

$45/hr (peak)

Monthly Rates Available Upon Request

Other Need to Know Information:

Insurance

You will need a certificate of insurance showing a minimum $1,000,000 commercial general liability insurance with TheCoKitchen listed as an additional insured.  This policy must be maintained for the duration of any and all kitchen use.

Hour Membership Minimum

There is a 10-hour minimum for all clients upon signing agreement. This is $250/month for equipment users & $200/month for non-equipment users.

Electricity Charges/Equipment Storage

If you need to bring in additional equipment requiring extra electricity, you may be charged an additional usage fee.

Dry Storage & Cold Storage

$30/per cold shelf. $15/per dry shelf monthly.

Film/Photography/Event Space

Rental rates apply.  Please call for Quote.

Permits & Certifications You Will Need

Food Manager's Certification

Businesses/Owners/Managers must have at least one employee who has a Food Manager's Certification.  This is required by the City of San Marcos. 

Food Handler's Certification

If you have a Food Manager's Certification you DO NOT need a Food Handler's Certification.  Each employee of your food business must have a Food Handler's Certificate per the City of San Marcos. 

Application for a Food Enterprise Permit

This permit is issued by the San Marcos Health Department and is mandatory for operating a food-related business.  We must receive a copy of this permit! You MUST have an agreement with us BEFORE you apply for this permit with the City of San Marcos.  The application is on the City of San Marcos Environmental Health website. (www.sanmarcostx.gov).

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