Open a Commercial & Industrial Kitchen with Chef Collective
Our commercial kitchens are created to help you focus on making the food and building the business you’ve always dreamed of.
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Why choose our commercial kitchens?
Affordable commercial kitchen space for food entrepreneurs
Opening a traditional restaurant often means long leases, costly fit-outs and high staffing requirements. Our commercial kitchen spaces are built for efficiency. You only pay for what you need – professional-grade facilities without oversized dining areas or unnecessary square metres.
Compared to many standalone facilities, such as FoodLab Sydney or independent kitchen providers like Kens Commercial Kitchens, Chef Collective combines infrastructure with ongoing operational support, making your commercial kitchen more than just a physical space.
From startup to scale-up
Our model supports you at every stage. From testing a new concept to managing high-volume production, each commercial kitchen is designed for flexibility. Start small, refine your processes, then scale output without relocating or reinvesting in another site.
Commercial & industrial kitchens
Over the last few decades, industrial, commercial, and commissary kitchens have been a core component of the F&B industry in Australia. They specialise in producing vast quantities of food efficiently and cost-effectively, supplying ingredients and components to food vendors and outlets across the country.
Chef Collective provides access to purpose-built commercial kitchen facilities in Melbourne and Brisbane at a fraction of the cost of traditional formats. We manage licensing, layout optimisation, inspections, equipment procurement and compliance, reducing risk while improving speed to market.
Types of commercial kitchens we offer
- Cloud kitchens optimised for delivery
- Commissary kitchens for bulk production
- Industrial kitchen spaces for scaling brands
- Private, individually operated commercial kitchen units
Each commercial kitchen is designed for operational flow, food safety and productivity.
Who uses our commercial kitchens?
- Delivery-first restaurant brands
- Catering businesses
- FMCG and meal-prep companies
- Virtual and multi-brand operators
- Established restaurants expanding into new markets
If your focus is on food production rather than front-of-house dining, a commercial kitchen model can significantly improve margins.
What makes our commercial kitchens better than brick-and-mortar restaurants
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Real Estate
Avoid paying huge rents for huge dine-in areas that you don't need to operate.
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20
sqmTraditional Restaurant
1000
sqmEmployees
Work with a much smaller team while we provide on-site support staff to help you run your business in a seamless fashion from a commercial kitchen throughout Australia.
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2
peopleTraditional Restaurant
~10
peopleInvestment
We have a much smaller startup cost so you can start seeing profits and results faster.
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AU$10K
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AU$200K
Weeks to launch
We’ll handle all the complex construction, permits, and bureaucratic matters. Simply move into your commercial kitchen and start growing your presence in Australia.
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3
weeksTraditional Restaurant
48
weeksTo break even
In a commercial kitchen, it only takes 6 months with a 10% profit margin on a $1M run rate to break even.
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6
weeksTraditional Restaurant
48
weeksThe word on the street
Before we joined Chef Collective, our operation required us to book commercial kitchens to prepare ready-made meals for our online business. These kitchens were poorly equipped, unreliable and quite expensive. Our business now is streamlined, everything is simple, and we have all the equipment along with great support to operate. Our business has grown exceedingly since adopting the cloud kitchen concept.
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Allen & Kevin
Founders, Chef and Marketing
Essential commercial kitchen equipment
Setting up a commercial kitchen requires the right equipment to ensure efficiency, safety, and compliance with food industry regulations. At Chef Collective, our kitchens are fully equipped with state-of-the-art commercial kitchen appliances and facilities, allowing you to focus on cooking and growing your business.
Here are some of the essential commercial kitchen equipment and infrastructure we provide:
- Extraction canopy/range Hood – Ensures proper ventilation and removes smoke, grease, and odours for a clean working environment.
- Commercial cool room & freezer Storage – Maintains optimal temperatures for storing perishable ingredients and bulk supplies.
- 3-compartment prep & wash sink – Facilitates efficient cleaning and food preparation while maintaining hygiene standards.
- Knee-operated hand wash sink – Provides a hands-free solution to maintain hygiene and comply with food safety regulations.
- Air conditioning – Keeps the kitchen environment comfortable for staff, even during peak hours.
- Grease trap – Prevents grease and solid waste from clogging the drainage system, ensuring compliance with local health and safety laws.
- Equipment connection – Secure and reliable connections for kitchen appliances, ensuring smooth operations.
- Cooking appliances – Fully equipped with commercial-grade ovens, grills, stoves, and fryers to accommodate various cooking styles.
- Kitchenware – High-quality utensils, prep tools, and storage solutions to support fast-paced kitchen operations.
At Chef Collective, we provide everything you need to launch your commercial kitchen with ease. Whether you need a cloud kitchen, commissary kitchen, or industrial kitchen, our fully equipped spaces are designed to streamline operations and maximise efficiency.
Your commercial kitchen made to order
No matter what kind of chef you are or what restaurant you run, we can provide commercial and industrial kitchens in Australia that are designed to suit your specific needs. Each space is generously outfitted with everything you need to get started. Feel free to bring whatever equipment you already love and use, and we’ll help you fit it into your dream commissary kitchen space.
Space
- Individually operated kitchens
- 12 month minimum contract
- 24/7 access keys
- Loading area
- Staff break room
- Restrooms, change rooms & showers
- Order processing and front of house counter
Service
- Order pickup & processing
- Courier handoff
- Cleaning & maintenance
- Safety & health inspections
- Delivery logistics
- Extraction & ventilation
- On-site support staff
What is a Commissary Kitchen?
Success for you is success for us. Attract more customers and increase your profits with our state-of-the-art commissary kitchens. Whether you need a space to prepare, cook, or store your food, we have the perfect solution for you.
Mass food production
Commissary kitchens (also known as industrial or commercial kitchens) are a type of kitchen that specialises in mass-producing and preparing large quantities of high-quality food and produce for food vendors and consumption in restaurants. They are larger than typical restaurant kitchens as they are designed to keep up with massive orders made by clients.
Lower burden, costs
Opening a commercial kitchen in Australia can be a daunting task. You have to deal with high costs, complex regulations, and fierce competition. But you don’t have to do it alone. We are here to help you overcome these challenges and make your business thrive.
You cook, we’ll take care of the rest
Chef Collective’s Australia-based commercial kitchens provide industrial commissary kitchen owners with solutions to various issues. In short, all restaurateurs need to do is provide the raw materials, and we will take care of the rest. Our specialists handle the entire design and construction, and all you have to do is move into your commercial kitchen and cook!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about commercial kitchens
What is a commercial kitchen?
A commercial kitchen is designed to be a specialised mass food production facility that caters to the needs of food vendors and restaurants alike.
What characteristics does a commercial kitchen possess?
An industrial kitchen is a space where you can store, prep, and produce large volumes of food. Through your partnership with Chef Collective, you will receive ample space and equipment as well as bureaucratic support to assist you in reaching and expanding upon your goals and targets.
How do I partner with the Chef Collective for a commercial kitchen?
Partnering with Chef Collective is easy and affordable. Ready to take the leap into stepping up your F&B business by opening a commercial kitchen in Australia? Reach out to us and discover our pricing plans and packages to usher your restaurant into the cloud business age.



