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The construction and maintenance of brick-and-mortar kitchen facilities is a bad investment, for the same reason that building new hotels, or buying a new fleet of taxis, may be unwise in the age of Airbnb and Uber.
The business model followed by Airbnb where people rent out extra rooms in their homes to strangers, could be adopted by commercial kitchen owners too. is where Dishefs comes in. Underused kitchen spaces – whether owned by people or organizations – would be listed on Dishefs’ website, including the size and available equipment in the kitchens. Those in need of such spaces to cook or prepare food could rent them from the website, whether it is by the hour or otherwise.
Homes, churches and various organizations throughout the city have a lot of unused large kitchen spaces. With an Airbnb-style network to link these two parties, both kitchen owners and those in need of such spaces would benefit immensely. Dishefs will help kitchen owners earn extra cash, while also providing cheap space for those who need it.
Churches, social service centers, non-profits, country clubs, restaurants, or even individual homeowners could all be potential landlords. In short, anyone with a seldom-used large, well-resourced, commercial-style kitchen.
For instance, one possible scenario could be, a restaurant that doesn’t open until 5pm could have a baker using the setup from 3am to 8am to bake their goods before that kitchen is up and running for the day.
Among those potentially renting space from Dishefs’ Kitchen Network are food cart owners, aspiring restaurateurs, farmers’ market merchants, and companies producing pre-packaged food, particularly of a niche variety.
Such a site would be very helpful for anyone requiring access to a big kitchen for a few hours, whether to prepare for a football tailgate, a Thanksgiving dinner, or some similar event.
You can find the perfect match for every space – the trick is to set clear expectations.
You may not think that a well-equipped commercial kitchen in the midst of a tucked away food alley or an unused kitchen of a suburban home-owner could be popular choices for kitchen rental on Dishefs, but in fact, many different kinds of spaces appeal to renters —even the out of the way and modest ones. The key is to create an honest listing that not only spells out the details but also highlights the unique features that creates appeal – whether it’s affordability, ease of use, or state of the art kitchen equipment.
What do you need for a Dishefs kitchen rental space? At the very least, those renting your space expect a clean and hygienic working space and functioning kitchen appliances and equipment. It is important to indicate whether or not those renting your kitchen will have access to the pantry.
Kitchen spaces can be as varied as they get so it’s important to indicate in your listing the exact type of space that you’re offering. Is it a commercial kitchen housed in a restaurant or are you a homeowner with an approved commercial kitchen to spare? Are you a bakery that has downtime on the kitchen hours and is looking to earn some extra cash by renting it out? You may even be the owner of a banquet hall equipped with a fully-functioning kitchen that has its “off season” and could be rented out to those in need of such a space. Beyond that you could be school PTO who wants to raise extra cash for school team and have unused kitchen that could benefit your neighborhood chef entrepreneur or Churches, synagogue, temples or any non-profits who have approved kitchens that would like to earn donations in returns
You can indicate to rentees that they’ll have complete access to your entire kitchen, to all equipment and appliances or they may have restricted access to only some select equipment. Whether you give free rein to tenants or keep a check on how much and what can be used is up to you. The important things are to keep your space clean and to communicate about exactly what to expect.
Lets say, restaurateur Allen from Charlotte has a fully-equipped expansive kitchen that is tucked away in a quiet corner of the city—making it a chef’s/baker’s dream but sometimes a little inconvenient owing to its distance from the city’s thoroughfare. He’ll find that being honest in his listing about both the pros and cons is very important—and this will earn him honest reviews from his tenants. Example of what Allen might say – What’s most convenient about my kitchen is that it’s as large as it can get but if you’re someone who wants the local markets at a stone’s throw, it might not be the ideal space for you.
Clear communication is crucial here: mentioning details in a listing is a great start, but pictures are worth a thousand words, as some tenants might book without reading everything thoroughly.
For instance, Dishefs recommends that private-kitchen host Priya include her Indian style kitchen as a prominent feature of her listing. Being clear about the fact that she has a homely kitchen will attract people who are just looking for a quiet place to rustle up some good old fare sans all the paraphernalia associated with state-of-the-art kitchens. Anybody who rents the space is only looking for a simple kitchen that helps do the job without all the fanfare. Those who are looking for more will go somewhere else.
No worries if your space isn’t a five-star kitchen! Many rentees are looking for a modest space as long as the purpose gets served. It’s a good idea for new landlords to start with a price that justifies the space you are offering. Once you have a steady stream of bookings and a few great reviews, you can adjust your price based on operational costs. But make sure to uphold great service standards and keep up demand.
Anyone who has spare space to share can thrive on Dishefs Kitchen Rentals. There’s no such thing as an “ideal” listing—you just need to be honest and detailed in your description and photos to help potential tenants understand exactly what to expect. From modest approved home kitchens to heavily equipped commercial cooking spaces, there’s a perfect space for everyone on Dishefs.
Your listing should be viewed as an advertisement for your space. Be honest about any quirks, while making it as compelling as possible.
Organize the logistics
Your next step will be lining up all the logistics for your listing to make the hosting process run smoothly.
Whether you’re expecting your first guest or your 100th, these are the steps you’ll need to take to ensure your space is ready to go.
As soon as you set up your listing and space, you’ll be ready to begin welcoming people and making money!
Your listing should be viewed as an advertisement for your space. Be honest about any quirks, while making it as compelling as possible.
Hosts often use Kitchen Rental earnings to fund retirement. For others, it’s often used to finance an unfulfilled dream. It may be your dream to see the world and hosting may help pay for those sojourns. Regardless of your financial goals, being a renter on Dishefs can be a great way to earn extra income. Follow our guide to start listing and getting paid today.
How does one become a Dishefs Kitchen Rental host? First, you need to have a space available at all hours to share with those in need of a commercial/approved home kitchen. There will always be guests who will enjoy your space, whether it’s a fully equipped commercial kitchen or a sparsely furnished home-style approved kitchen. Make sure the listing accurately and honestly describes what to expect. In general, you need to be willing to provide warm hospitality to your guests, which means:
By hosting on Dishefs, you can advertise your Approved Kitchens to rentees with no strings attached—no sign-up charges or membership fees. And you decide on your own hourly rate. You can set custom prices for seasons, weekends, and any other nights where you want to control what you charge. You can also add fees upfront for things like extra guests or kitchen cleaning*. If you want some help determining how much to charge, Dishefs has tools that match your prices with demand and suggest a competitive price on hourly basis.
You will begin receiving inquiries and bookings once you list your space on Dishefs. You’ll be paid on time when you host with Dishefs as they charge each tenant before arrival. You get saved the trouble of handling money directly.
You have the option of getting paid by direct bank deposit or PayPal. In most cases, Dishefs releases your payment approximately 24 hours after your tenant arrives. You may need to wait a couple of days for the funds to impact your account. You will be paid your hourly rate minus a small service fee plus standard credit cards processing fees.
It’s natural to have concerns about protecting your possessions and belongings when people you don’t know use your space, whether you’re new to hosting or just thinking about it. It might be helpful for you to know that Dishefs offers a number of protections for both hosts and guests.
The thought of letting strangers into your home and kitchen can give you the jitters but Dishefs’ protection guidelines have got you covered. We ensure that we give landlords the confidence to list their kitchen and give kitchen renting a try!”
Guests provide their full name, date of birth, phone number, email address, and payment information to Dishefs before booking. Hosts also have the option of requiring guests to provide Dishefs with a government ID before they can book.
You’re encouraged to set your own house rules—for example, note any restrictions on the type of food they can cook and the number of helpers they can bring in. All guests are required to agree to your house rules before booking. If your listing was booked instantly, remember that you can take advantage of penalty-free cancellations if the need arises.
Aside from providing peace of mind, Dishefs helps you get to know your tenants before they book. Read their profiles and past reviews to get a feel for them.
Due to the fact that renters and rentees can only review each other after a reservation is complete, you can be confident the feedback you’re reading is based on real experiences. If you have questions or want to set expectations, you can use Dishefs secure messaging tool at any point before their stay.
Every renter is required to update their liability insurance to mention your facility as part of the reservations. Please make sure to verify your name is listed correctly in the renters liability insurance.
Several measures are taken by Dishefs to protect your account, such as requiring extra authentication when logging in from a new computer or phone and sending you alerts when your account is changed. So long as you stay on Dishefs’ platform through the entire process-from communication to booking, to payment-you’re protected by its policies.
Dishefs’ support team is just a ping away and happy to help in many topics:
You can begin hosting with confidence once you have these protections in place and take some basic security measures on your part.
Dishefs Trust and Safety page provides more information about how they ensure the safety of renters and tenants.
Following check-in, tenants usually take a look around and make sure they know where to find the things they need and how they work (for instance plugging in appliances that they intend to use for a day of cooking). Landlords often use Dishefs’ kitchen manual feature/notes to provide tenants with information unique to their kitchens.
You might want to establish a routine that you can use for each new booking once you’ve dipped your toes into kitchen hosting. Make a note of how many hours you spend communicating with potential rentees and preparing your space, then find ways to streamline the tasks you don’t like and make more time for what you like. Dishefs’ saved messages feature, which enables you to save and reuse answers to common tenant questions, is a great time-saving feature.
Buying supplies in bulk can save both time and money. You might want to subscribe to Amazon for items like paper towels and dishwash soap that you replace frequently.
Here are just a few simple ways to simplify your hosting routine. There are so many factors that will influence your hosting routine. Take your time and try a few approaches, and you’re sure to find what works for you.
You can calculate your payout by adding any optional extra charges (such as your cleaning fee) to your regular rate. This makes up your subtotal.
Subtract applicable taxes and fees from your subtotal. Taxes vary according to where you live, but most Hosts pay a service fee of 3%. A portion of this fee covers the costs of products and services Dishefs provides (including round the clock customer support!) and is deducted from the subtotal of the booking.
You will earn different amounts based on the duration of your guest’s kitchen usage, any discounts you applied, etc. If your payout is delayed or lower than you expected, it could be the result of a canceled or changed reservation that resulted in a full or partial refund.
In most cases, you will be paid 24 hours after your guest checks in. Your chosen payout method will determine when the funds arrive in your account.
Check your Transaction History at any time to see the status of your payouts.
You can connect with your rentees at a moment’s notice from anywhere with a mobile device. Space owners can communicate directly via Dishefs messages and share a phone number for texting to deal with any issues that may arise. When tenants want to get started with their kitchen work for the day, they should be able to do so right away. Almost always, they do, but if anything needs fixing, landlords can tend to it right away.
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