Studio1480 Overview
Studio1480 is a shared commercial kitchen and culinary creative house in Highland Park, created for food businesses that need a professional, reliable place to work — and a community to grow within.
From chefs and bakers to food trucks and packaged food brands, Studio1480 offers flexible kitchen access, thoughtful structure, and optional consulting support to meet you where you are, whether you’re launching something new or scaling up.
More than just a kitchen, Studio1480 is built on collaboration, respect, and shared standards. The goal is simple: a clean, well-run space where food businesses can work efficiently, support one another, and focus on what they do best.
Who the Kitchen Is For
Studio1480 is a good fit for:
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Food trucks
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Private Chefs/Meal Prep
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Bakers and pastry chefs
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Chefs testing concepts or producing small batches
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Packaged food businesses (Consumer Packaged Goods brands such as sauces, baked goods, and specialty products)
If you’re unsure whether your business is the right fit, we’re happy to talk through your needs.
Kitchen Rental Rates
Hourly Kitchen Access
Kitchen access is offered at a standard hourly rate.
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Standard Hours & Rate: 8am–8pm $35/hour
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After Hours: After-hours kitchen access may be available by approval and may incur an additional access fee of $25–$50 per booking, depending on staffing and access requirements.
Hourly time includes load-in, prep, cooking, breakdown, dishes, and cleaning.
Monthly & Long-Term Options
Studio1480 offers monthly kitchen access packages for approved renters who need consistent, ongoing use of the space.
Monthly access is based on a defined number of hours and priority scheduling, with optional add-ons such as storage and parking available depending on availability.
Because monthly access is customized to each business’s needs, packages are discussed individually.
All kitchen use requires a commissary agreement and must be scheduled in advance.
Storage & Parking
Storage and support options include:
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Refrigerated and freezer shelving
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Dry storage space
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Overnight food truck parking
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Electrical plug-in access (where applicable)
Storage availability and pricing vary depending on needs and capacity.
Additional Services
Studio1480 offers optional consulting and support services for food businesses, including:
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Product and recipe development
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Menu costing and ingredient sourcing
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Labeling and nutrition guidance
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Wholesale and retail spec sheets
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Product testing and R&D
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Project-based kitchen staffing
Consulting services are available hourly and tailored to your business goals.
Next Steps
Kitchen access at Studio1480 is approved on a case-by-case basis to ensure the right fit for both the business and the shared kitchen environment.
If you’re interested in learning more, checking availability, or scheduling a tour, we’d love to hear about your business and what you’re looking to create.
All kitchen use is subject to approval, availability, and adherence to kitchen standards.