A Launchpad for Local Food Entrepreneurs
Our Community Kitchen is more than just a workspace—it’s a place where ideas take shape and small food businesses begin to grow. Fully licensed and operating under the Georgia Department of Agriculture, our kitchen provides a safe, certified production space that meets the highest standards for food preparation and product development.
From your first batch to full-scale production, we’re here to help you succeed in Georgia’s agricultural food industry—one step, one recipe, and one opportunity at a time.
Built for Growth
We provide the tools, space, and flexibility you need to move from idea to market—without the overhead of building your own commercial kitchen.
What You Can Create
Our kitchen is ideal for producing a wide range of value-added products, including:
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Baked goods
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Sauces and dressings
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Jams and jellies
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Spices
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Shelf-stable retail products
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Honey
If you’re ready to take your food business to the next level, we’re here to help you make it happen—right here in your community.
Community Kitchen
Rental Hours
The kitchen is available year-round, 7 days a week,
from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
All kitchen clients must:
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Receive Certification from the Georgia Department of Agriculture
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Hold a valid sales license from the appropriate agency
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Be certified as a Food Safety Manager
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Provide proof of liability insurance
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Sign a Rental Agreement
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Attend a facility orientation and training session
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CLICK HERE for links to additional resources for small food businesses
Amenities
Commercial Kitchen Equipment
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Tilting skillet
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Tilting kettles
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Grill
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2-burner gas range
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Convection ovens
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Convection steamer
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Proofer
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Hobart standing mixer
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Cookware and utensils
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Spacious stainless steel prep tables
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High temperature commercial dishwasher
Storage
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Dry storage
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Walk-in cooler and freezer
Access to additional space use at the Wimberly's Roots state-of the art Demonstation Kitchen, perfect for cooking classes, product launches, tastings, menu development, photo shoots, and promotional events.