Here is what you need to get STARTED….
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To start scheduling time in our commercial kitchen you must:
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Complete our CKS Online Application Form
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Provide the following items:
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Security Deposit of $150.00
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Certificate of Insurance – naming Crystal LLC and Commercial Kitchen Sharing as additional insureds (under holder)
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Norwalk Health Department License – We will book 1 free hour for you to come in and get your inspection done. Contact Norwalk Health Department to coordinate a time that works for you both to meet them in CKS kitchen. First, check the kitchen availability through The Food Corridor under Scheduling. Contact us with a date and time, we will schedule you in. Call Norwalk Health Department.
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Department of Consumer Protection certificate (if applicable to your product)
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Sign up on TheFoodCorrdior.com – this is the platform we use for billing scheduling and communication.
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Do I need to bring my own pants, utensils and other kitchen items?
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You will need to bring your own cookware, utensils, gloves, towels, cleaning products. We offer lockers for rent for additional storage.
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Who is responsible for clean-up when we are finished with our 4 hour shift?
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All Clients are responsible for clean-up and must bring the kitchen to its original clean and tidy condition. Clients must also vacate no later than the next 4 hour shift. Clients will be charged if the kitchen is not left in its original clean and tidy condition.
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Can I bring my own equipment?
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Yes providing it is stored in your rental locker or taken off site at the end of your shift.
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Are you FDA approved?
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No, we are not FDA approved.
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Where can I dispose of my garbage?
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All garbage must be removed at the end of your shift. We offer a refuse dumpster see price list.
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Does the kitchen have WIFI?
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Yes, you will be given a password.
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FOOD LICENSING & REGISTRATION
​​Follow this LINK to the Dept of Consumer Protection – to ensure that you have the proper Licensing & Registration.
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COMMERCIAL KITCHEN INSURANCE
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You must provide our commercial kitchen with Certificate of Insurancenaming Crystal LLC dba Commerical Kitchen Sharing.
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NORWALK HEALTH DEPT FOOD PERMITS
​​You will need to contact the Norwalk Dept. of Health to request the necessary PERMITS required to using our commercial kitchen shared space.
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137 East Ave.
Norwalk, CT 06851
Phone: (203) 854-7776
