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The Kitchen Project

Since 2018, we have helped Auckland food entrepreneurs take their business to the next level.

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The Kitchen Project, an Auckland Council initiative, focuses on developing budding local food and beverage businesses with an emphasis on culture, healthy food and sustainable business practices.

With regular intakes, the part-time 20-week programme includes learning both in and out of the kitchen, covering everything from regulations, food safety and business planning to finance, branding and marketing, drawing on the vast experience of our mentors and partners. It also offers access to dedicated commercial kitchens at subsidised rates.

Inspired by La Cocina in San Francisco – one of the most successful kitchen incubators in the United States – The Kitchen Project is committed to celebrating the diversity of our vibrant Auckland community, supporting people from different cultures, races and countries of origin.

Meet our Graduates

3 stages of success

How it works

The Kitchen Project is designed by Auckland Council for emerging food entrepreneurs who need help to take their business to the next level.

Induction

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Our induction gives food entrepreneurs an overview of running a successful business. Topics will cover regulations, food safety, finance and fund sourcing, supply chain, quality, sustainability and health and marketing, including social media.

Development Programme

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We work one on one with our food entrepreneurs, with support from industry experts to help develop and grow their businesses. Past industry mentors and experts include: Chris Cullen, Founder and Director of Culley's, and Martin Smith, General Manager at The Great Catering Company.

Support

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Because we are committed to ensuring the ongoing sustainability and success of our entrepreneurs’ businesses, we provide them with ongoing support after they have completed the programme.

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