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Empower your shared kitchen at every stage

Our library of educational resources has helped over 400 kitchens launch and thrive. Whether you're just starting or scaling up, we've got the tools, training, and community to get you there. 

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Learn

Guides, courses, and workshops to build your knowledge at every stage.

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Thrive

Accelerate growth with data, best practices, and kitchen management tools.

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Connect

Engage with 3,200+ peers and experts through events and community.

Materials

Resources to launch, operate, and grow

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Launch & Planning

Shared Kitchen Toolkit

Step-by-step guide to launching a sustainable shared-use kitchen.

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Operations & Finance

Prep & Prosper Workbook

Answers to the most common shared kitchen operator questions.

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Policies & Compliance

Operations Manual

Your complete framework for compliant kitchen operations.

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Data & Analytics

Operators Report

Industry-leading recommendations backed by raw data.

Not sure which resource is right for you?

Take our 2-minute quiz and get a personalized recommendation.

Upcoming events

Free webinars for operators

MAY

05

Managing Your Kitchen Team

Ask the Operators Session · Zoom

JUN

02

Efficient Scheduling and Maximizing Space Utilization

TFC Led Session · Zoom

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Missed a webinar?

Watch past recordings of live sessions, expert interviews, and operator roundtables — anytime.

Free resources

Ready-to-use tools to strengthen operations, streamline upkeep, and build community impact.

RATE STRUCTURE
Audit Template

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Compare your membership rates against actual operating costs.

HEALTH DEPT.
Checklist

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Build a stronger relationship with your health department.

PREVENTATIVE
Maintenance  Checklist

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Build a stronger relationship with your health department.

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Glossary of Terms

Key shared kitchen terms, explained simply.

Industry Blog

How-tos, legal tips, grants, and industry trends.

Kitchen Management Software

Streamline scheduling, compliance, and billing.

Annual OPERATOR event

Shared Kitchen Summit 2026

Where shared kitchen operators come together to learn, connect, and grow.

Keynote Sessions
Site Tours
Networking
Panel Discussions
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Limited tickets available

COMMUNITY

Grow your network

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THE KITCHEN DOOR

Connect with Potential Members

Ranked #1 on Google for "find a shared kitchen." Connect with food businesses looking for space right now.

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Join 3,200+ operators

A private Facebook group where shared kitchen operators share ideas, solve problems, and support each other. 

Meet the team

The people behind KitchenEDU

Our team brings deep experience in food systems, entrepreneurship, and kitchen operations. With advanced degrees in food culture, policy, and systems — and leadership roles in the USDA Northwest and Rocky Mountain Regional Food Business Center — we understand what it takes to grow a successful shared kitchen.

Ashley Colpaart

Director

Ashley Colpaart

Ashley is a Registered Dietitian with a Doctorate in Food Systems from Colorado State University and a Master’s in Food Policy and Applied Nutrition from Tufts University, bringing a unique food systems perspective across social, economic, and environmental spheres.

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Director

Tyler Sangermano

Tyler is the Director of Special Projects at The Food Corridor. She is a trained chef with over 20 years of restaurant operations experience, including managing a culinary incubator and guiding early-stage food businesses through launch and growth.

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Communications Director

Haley Collins

Haley has a Master's in Food Culture and Communications. Her passion for growing food and building community through shared food experiences has shaped her work on organic vegetable farms and fueled her marketing efforts in the local food space.

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