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Commercial Temporary Kitchen Hire
When your kitchen goes down, your business doesn't have to. Compare temporary commercial kitchen providers across the UK — fast deployment, fully equipped, mains or generator connected.
Who hires a temporary commercial kitchen?
Restaurants & cafés
Fire damage, flood, refurbishment or a sudden surge in capacity. Keep serving while your permanent kitchen is restored.
Schools & universities
Term-time refurbishments, equipment failure or unexpected closures. Keep feeding staff and students without disruption.
Care homes & hospitals
Regulatory compliance requires uninterrupted catering. Temporary kitchens meet NHS and CQC standards for continuity of care.
Hotels & venues
Major refits, seasonal overflow capacity or event catering beyond your permanent kitchen’s output.
Construction canteens
Welfare compliance on large sites requires a proper catering facility. Temporary kitchens deliver full canteen capability anywhere.
Food manufacturers
Production line maintenance, expansion projects or unexpected downtime — keep output flowing with a temporary production kitchen.
Commercial kitchen hire providers
Verified UK providers supplying temporary commercial kitchens for businesses, institutions and public sector organisations.
Algeco
National (part of Modulaire Group)
Massive corporate entity
Big Kahuna
UK-wide
Dry-hire empty catering trailers (4m units)
Ebbie's Kitchen Hire / Catering Trailers 4 Hire
Somerset
Film/TV speciality
Jongor Hire
Bristol
Only UK temp kitchen meeting ANSUL fire suppression guidelines
MKL / Mobile Kitchens Ltd
Surrey
Container-based (explicitly not trailers)
Mobile Kitchens Scotland
Scotland
Scotland-only focus
On-Site Kitchen Rentals
Lancashire
7+ domains (most in industry)
PKL Group
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
Market leader by fleet size
Premier Catering
UK-wide
Modular and trailer kitchens for businesses
Premier Catering / Commercial Kitchen Company
Lancashire
Manufacturing primary, hire secondary
Rolling Stock
Sussex
Vintage-styled catering trailers
Temporary Commercial Kitchens / Temporary Kitchens / Catering Trailer Hire
Multi-site (London, Leeds, Kent, Edinburgh)
10+ sister domains
Temporary Kitchen Rental
Unknown
POSSIBLE NEW DISCOVERY
Temporary Kitchens
London / Leeds
London and Leeds based
Trailer Tech UK
Wales
Welsh manufacturer
What does a temporary commercial kitchen include?
Commercial cooking equipment
Ranges, ovens, fryers, griddles and induction hobs. All equipment is commercial-grade and suitable for high-volume catering.
Refrigeration
Walk-in cold rooms, under-counter fridges and freezer units. Temperature logging available for food safety compliance.
Hot and cold water
Full plumbing connections including sinks, dishwasher connections and handwash stations to meet environmental health standards.
Compliance-ready
Units supplied with gas safety certificates, electrical testing and food-grade surfaces. Suitable for EHO inspection from day one.
How to hire a temporary commercial kitchen
Tell us what you need
Use FindAKitchen to compare providers by unit size, specification and coverage area. Most commercial units are available from 20ft to 40ft+.
Get a quote within 24 hours
Contact providers directly. For urgent situations, many providers offer same-day or next-day site assessments and can deploy within 48–72 hours.
We deliver and connect
Providers handle delivery, positioning, plumbing, electrical connection and commissioning. Your team can start using the kitchen the same day in most cases.
Common questions about commercial kitchen hire
How quickly can a temporary commercial kitchen be deployed?
Most UK providers can deliver and install a temporary commercial kitchen within 48–72 hours of order confirmation for urgent situations. Same-day site assessments are often available. Complex installations with mains plumbing connections may take 3–5 days.
How much does it cost to hire a temporary commercial kitchen?
Commercial kitchen hire typically costs £500–£1,500 per week for a standard unit, depending on size, specification and hire duration. Delivery, installation and collection are usually charged separately. Longer hire periods attract lower weekly rates.
Do temporary commercial kitchens meet food hygiene regulations?
Yes — reputable providers supply units that comply with UK food hygiene regulations (EC 852/2004) and are suitable for Environmental Health Officer inspection. Always confirm compliance documentation with your provider before hire.
Can a temporary kitchen connect to my existing gas and electricity supply?
Yes. Most units are designed to connect to standard commercial gas and electrical supplies. Your provider will carry out a site survey to confirm connection requirements. Generator-powered options are available where mains connection isn’t possible.
How long can I hire a temporary commercial kitchen for?
Hire periods range from a few days to 12+ months. Many providers offer rolling monthly contracts with notice periods, giving flexibility for longer refurbishment projects.
Damage from fire or flood? Your insurance may cover the cost — see our insurance claims page.
Loss adjuster managing a commercial claim? See our loss adjuster referral service →
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