The Co-Kitchens launches incubator programme to support start ups

Successful applicants will enter a six-month programme to launch and test their business ideas and will benefit from expertise from The Co-Kitchens founder Shahzad Bhatti, who has founded a number of ventures in London and Dubai and has mentored numerous start-ups and hosted programmes supporting early-stage businesses.

Throughout the incubator programme applicants will be assisted with developing menus, operations, and marketing strategy throughout the first three months. The concepts will then be launched into The Co-Kitchens Dalston venue for three months where rent will be covered and customer feedback and data will be monitored to help perfect the offering.

“Navigating the F&B industry is renowned for its challenges," says Bhatti.

"With the ongoing demand for eating on the go supporting the growth of the takeaway market, we’re extremely excited to launch the incubator programme and help chefs looking to build their own business get a foot in the door.

Cloud kitchens are establishing themselves as a billion-dollar industry, but most of them are located in industrial areas or on the outskirts of towns where there are only options for delivery drivers.

"We’re giving new food concepts the chance to work with industry experts to develop their ideas and have the opportunity to become part of our innovative concept in the heart of east London.”