El Alba Cooperative
Commissary Kitchen Rentals
Turn your culinary passion into a thriving business — see how our commissary kitchen can work for you below.
Renting the Commissary Kitchen
Are you a chef, caterer, baker, or food entrepreneur looking for a professional, fully-equipped kitchen to grow your business? El Alba Cooperative offers a licensed, community-focused commissary kitchen in Aurora, CO — designed to empower small businesses with the space, tools, and support they need to thrive.
📍 Essential Kitchen Information
Location: Centrally located in Aurora, CO near the Colfax Corridor, Aurora Arts District, and CU Anschutz Medical Campus.
Size & Capacity: 1,400 sq ft commercial kitchen with dedicated hot and cold prep areas, dishwashing stations, and shared refrigeration.
Equipment Highlights:
60” range, countertop griddle, gas fryer, planetary mixer, proofing cabinet, stock pot burners.
Reach-in refrigerators, freezers, and walk-in cooler.
Specialty equipment upon request.
Hours: Available by appointment and scheduled access only to ensure an organized shared environment.
✅ Requirements to Rent Our Kitchen
Before you can start cooking at El Alba Cooperative, you’ll need to complete the following:
Hold a valid Food Business License.
Add El Alba Cooperative as an additional insured party on your culinary insurance policy.
Provide a signed Affidavit of Commissary (both parties must sign).
Maintain active certifications (e.g., ServSafe Manager) per local health requirements.
Use the form below to schedule a kitchen tour. Let us know about your food business, production goals, estimated kitchen hours per week, and storage needs. After receiving your form, our team will contact you within 3 business days to arrange a tour.
Schedule a Tour
💬 Why Choose El Alba Cooperative?
At El Alba Cooperative, we believe in food as a tool for empowerment, cultural connection, and community well-being. Founded with a mission to uplift immigrant, refugee, and underrepresented entrepreneurs, El Alba is more than a kitchen — it’s a supportive ecosystem where your culinary dreams are nurtured. By renting space here, you’re joining a community committed to economic opportunity, equity, and shared success.
Here’s why we stand out:
Flexible membership options tailored to your needs.
Supportive, community-centered environment focused on your growth.
Access to professional-grade equipment without massive upfront investment.
Opportunities for business incubation and development support.
Cooperative membership launching in 2026, giving vendors a chance to become owners and decision-makers in our shared future.
Prospective opportunities for retail access, pop-up events, and collaborative networking.
📞 Contact Us
For more information about renting the commissary kitchen
or to ask questions before booking a tour, please contact:
Gabriela Jacobo
Executive Director
📧 g.jacobo@elalbacoop.com
📞 720-512-5817
🔗 Create Your FoodCorridor Profile
El Alba Cooperative uses The Food Corridor for scheduling, document uploads, and communications. Once approved for kitchen use, you’ll receive instructions to set up your profile.
