We are deeply saddened by the tragic events that occurred in the Dominican Republic this week. Our hearts go out to the families and loved ones affected by this devastating loss.
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As a community with deep ties to the Dominican Republic, we share in the grief of our neighbors and stand in solidarity with all those mourning. We extend our heartfelt condolences and offer our unwavering support during this difficult time.
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— The Lawrence Partnership
Estamos profundamente entristecidos por los trágicos sucesos ocurridos en la República Dominicana esta semana. Nuestros corazones están con las familias y los seres queridos afectados por esta pérdida devastadora.
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Como comunidad profundamente vinculada a la República Dominicana, compartimos el dolor de nuestros vecinos y nos solidarizamos con todos los que están de luto. Expresamos nuestras más sinceras condolencias y ofrecemos nuestro apoyo incondicional en estos difíciles momentos.
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— The Lawrence Partnership
Revolving Test Kitchen
The next great food business will be created here. Make it yours.
Our newly renovated and completely re-imagined Revolving Test Kitchen (RTK) is a shared culinary workspace in Lawrence, complete with multiple prep and cook spaces and dry and cold storage. But it’s so much more than just a shared commercial kitchen. It’s a springboard for aspiring, local food service entrepreneurs to launch their dreams with the support of experts in food and business.
It will accommodate a cross section of food businesses, including food trucks, catering companies, small batch manufacturers and food delivery companies.
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Why a Shared Kitchen?
There are a lot reasons, including the lack of local commercial kitchen space, long-term lease costs, and high overhead with a commercial kitchen facility. We take care of all of that. You focus on making and selling food.
Hours of Operation
We are open for food production from 4 a.m. to midnight, with 24-hour access. Space is booked on a first-come, first-served policy. Members reserve times through an online platform.
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What’s covered?
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All utilities (water/sewer, electric, gas)
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Trash and recycling
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Internet
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Property tax
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Basic kitchen supplies, wares, and cleaning products
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Management of the facility & schedule
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Professional cleaning service
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Equipment maintenance and upgrades
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Food safety auditing
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Member meetings & Roundtable discussions
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Social media posts and newsletter features on your business
How much does it cost?
To help you keep costs down as you build your business, we’ve made RTK very affordable.
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$350 refundable deposit
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Monthly base rent of $350, for 10 hours of designated kitchen time
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Additional kitchen time - $35/hour
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Dry Storage Shelf - $15/month
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Fridge Shelf - $20/month
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Freezer Shelf - $20/month
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Who are the people behind RTK?
The RTK is a collaboration among the Lawrence Partnership, Lupoli Companies, Northern Essex Community College, the City of Lawrence and EforAll/EparaTodos, and is managed and operated by Foundation Kitchen.
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