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What is the 1105 Project Kitchen?

The 1105 Project Kitchen is available to local bakers, chefs, and other aspiring home cooks wishing to expand their culinary operation and work in a professional environment.

The kitchen offers dry, refrigerated and frozen storage space and access to professional-grade kitchen equipment. The 1105 Project Kitchen provides ample room for preparation and packaging of food.

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1105 Project Kitchen Rental

Renter Rates

as of March 2022

  • Kitchen Use: $20.00 per hour
  • Dry Storage: 1 shelf- 16 cubic feet – $ 15.00 Per month.
  • Cooler Storage: 1 shelf- 8 Cubic feet – $32.00 per month
  • Freezer Storage: 1 shelf- 8 Cubic feet – $36.00 per month

Equipment Available

  • Digital scales
  • 3 qt. Robot Coupe
  • ½ gal 3 hp motor commercial blender
  • 14” immersible blender
  • 20qt. Hobart Mixer
  • 10 burner range with 2 full size conventional ovens
  • 1 full size convection oven
  • Ventless High Temp
  • Dishmachine

FAQs

How do I apply?

You can print the 1105 Kitchen User Application and email it to the kitchen manager at angie.meiers@builtbycommunity.org or complete our online application and submit it electronically.

When is the 1105 Project Kitchen Available for Rent?

The 1105 Project Kitchen is available for rent from 5 p.m. to 8 a.m. Monday through Saturday and 8 a.m. Sunday to 8 a.m. Monday. On occasion, special events will take place during these hours and will be blocked off on the calendar. The kitchen uses an online reservation system and scheduling is done on a first-come, first-served basis. 

Where is the 1105 Project Kitchen?

The 1105 Project Kitchen is located at 1105 South Gilbert Court in Iowa City.

Who should I contact with questions?

For more information about the 1105 Project Kitchen and potential rental, please contact our kitchen manager at (319) 351-2726 ext.107 or by email at angie.meiers@builtbycommunity.org

Our schedule is booked up!

As of May 9, 2022, our kitchen rental schedule is filled and we are not accepting any new renters at this time. Please check back here for updates or call (319) 351-2726, ext.107, or email angie.meiers@builtbycommunity.org.