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Chef Space Chef Space is a food business accelerator located in the Louisville’s West End that provides comme Chef Space is more than a shared use kitchen.

Our membership driven, 24/7 incubator is focused on creating a community of food entrepreneurs committed to industry best practices, business growth and the advancement of Louisville's local food culture. There is space for food trucks, caterers, bakers, candy makers, and just about any other food based business you can think of. Dream big, think outside the box and come join us! Summer 2016 there will be a cafe on site proudly bearing the name of the preceding establishment; Jay's. If you are interested in working with us, becoming a member in the incubator, or have any other questions, please email:

Chris Lavenson, President @ [email protected]

Every food business starts somewhere.Sometimes it starts as a recipe. Sometimes it starts as a few notes on paper. Somet...
10/19/2026

Every food business starts somewhere.

Sometimes it starts as a recipe. Sometimes it starts as a few notes on paper. Sometimes it starts with someone saying, “I think this could become something.”

Chef Space helps entrepreneurs move from early idea to real operation with licensed kitchen access, education, and business support.

Bring the idea. Let’s talk about the next step: https://www.chefspace.org/contact-us

Success does not look the same for every food entrepreneur.For one person, it may be a food truck. For another, it may b...
10/15/2026

Success does not look the same for every food entrepreneur.

For one person, it may be a food truck. For another, it may be a retail bakery, a few wholesale accounts, or two farmers markets a month.

Chef Space supports entrepreneurs at different stages, with different goals, building different kinds of food businesses.

There is room here for more than one version of success.

Learn how Chef Space can support your path: https://www.chefspace.org/contact-us

Full-time membership works best for food businesses that are already selling and ready for more structure, access, and s...
10/13/2026

Full-time membership works best for food businesses that are already selling and ready for more structure, access, and support.

If you’re producing consistently and looking for a setup that helps you grow without burning out, this may be the right next step.

Learn more about membership and request a tour:
🔗 https://www.chefspace.org/contact-us

Chef Space works because support systems are steady and intentional.Through programs, partnerships, and funding relation...
10/08/2026

Chef Space works because support systems are steady and intentional.

Through programs, partnerships, and funding relationships, food entrepreneurs here get access to the tools and knowledge they need to succeed.

Strong businesses strengthen communities.

Learn more or share with someone who cares about local impact:
🔗 https://www.chefspace.org/about-us

09/25/2026
Your food idea deserves a strong business plan. 🍽️Chef Space’s Fall 2026 Entrée-preneurship Series starts September 19! ...
09/11/2026

Your food idea deserves a strong business plan. 🍽️

Chef Space’s Fall 2026 Entrée-preneurship Series starts September 19! Join industry professionals for eight interactive classes covering business planning, pricing, food safety, marketing, and more.

Building a restaurant, food truck, catering concept, or packaged food business? Take your next step with Chef Space.

📅 September 19–November 14, 2026
📍 Chef Space | Louisville, KY

Apply: https://www.chefspace.org/entree-preneur

What does a behind-the-scenes facility improvement mean to a food entrepreneur? It can mean fewer disruptions, more depe...
08/19/2026

What does a behind-the-scenes facility improvement mean to a food entrepreneur?

It can mean fewer disruptions, more dependable production time, and a stronger foundation for meeting orders, serving customers, and growing a business.

A returning Chef Space supporter, The Gheens Foundation is helping us strengthen the environment our culinary entrepreneurs rely on.

Read the full announcement to learn what is changing and who is helping make it possible: https://cvky.org/more-reliable-kitchen-access-and-stronger-business-support-coming-to-chef-space-thanks-to-the-gheens-foundation/

📺 Noah’s Kitchen’s Mission Goes National!We’re honored to share that Founder Adam Ursprung and Noah's Kitchen were recen...
07/30/2026

📺 Noah’s Kitchen’s Mission Goes National!

We’re honored to share that Founder Adam Ursprung and Noah's Kitchen were recently featured on NEWSMAX giving them the opportunity to share the story behind Noah’s Kitchen and Noah’s Movement with viewers across the country.

What started as a simple idea, that a restaurant could be about more than serving great food, has grown into something truly special. Because of the incredible support of their guests, 100% of their profits are donated back to local community organizations, helping make a difference right here in Louisville.

If you haven’t visited yet, they'd love to welcome you and show you what Dine With Purpose is all about.

📍 9850 Von Allmen Court, Suite 101 Louisville, KY 40241

Watch the Announcement Here: https://www.facebook.com/reel/998556553169320

Starting a food business is easier when you are connected to the right people. Through Entrée-preneurship, participants ...
07/27/2026

Starting a food business is easier when you are connected to the right people.

Through Entrée-preneurship, participants learn from instructors and resource partners who understand business development, finance, operations, food safety, marketing, and the realities of the food industry.

This is not just a class. It is a connection point.

Sign up for the next Entrée-preneurship cohort: https://www.chefspace.org/

You may already know how to make the product. Now it is time to understand the business. Entrée-preneurship helps food e...
07/20/2026

You may already know how to make the product.

Now it is time to understand the business.

Entrée-preneurship helps food entrepreneurs learn the practical side of building a food business: pricing, cost of goods, inventory, accounting basics, compliance, and operational planning.

Because kitchen skill matters — but business skill helps keep the doors open.

Register for the next cohort: https://www.chefspace.org/

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1812 W Muhammad Ali Boulevard
Louisville, KY
40203

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+15029929436

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