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JASSW, with support from the Washington State Department of Commerce, offers a program designed to help aspiring food business owners. This program not only provides kitchen operations support but also comprehensive guidance on launching and growing a food business—even for those with no prior experience.

What is the Food Business Incubation Program?

JASSW, with support from the Washington State Department of Commerce, offers a program designed to help aspiring food business owners. This program not only provides kitchen operations support but also comprehensive guidance on launching and growing a food business—even for those with no prior experience.

About the Shared Kitchen

As part of this program, JASSW partnered with the Nisei Veterans Committee (NVC) in 2023 to establish a shared kitchen at the Nisei Veterans Memorial Hall (1212 S King St, Seattle, WA 98144). This facility allows participants to kickstart their food business in a fully equipped environment.

Our shared kitchen meets Washington State health and business requirements. Once you obtain a permit from King County, you can start operating right away.

By joining our shared kitchen, you can exchange adviceshare resources, and co-host events with other members, expanding your professional network and business opportunities.

Reduce high rental and staffing costs while using the facility as a takeout and delivery hub for your business.

Participants in the Food Business Incubation Program can easily book kitchen usage online.

Location

Nisei Veterans Memorial Hall, 1212 S King St, Seattle, WA 98144

Scheduling the Shared Kitchen

Our shared kitchen allows two businesses to operate simultaneously—as long as their cooking needs do not conflict.

If you have any questions about scheduling, please email smallbiz@jassw.org.

Once your registration for the NVC Kitchen is complete, you can easily make a reservation for the kitchen through the online booking system.


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