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.