Standardized Central Kitchen for Chain Restaurant: Equipment Configuration for a 150-Store Distribution Center

In April 2026, Shunxiang Central Kitchen successfully delivered a turnkey central kitchen project for a chain restaurant chain serving 150 locations. This stands as the largest EPC project undertaken by Shunxiang Central Kitchen so far in 2026.

Project Requirements

  • Daily Output: 12,000 meals + 5,000 semi-finished products
  • Product Lines: Chinese hot dishes, cold dishes, pastries, and soups
  • Delivery Radius: 150 km
  • Delivery Timeline: All deliveries completed by 5:00 AM daily

Equipment Configuration

Pre-Processing Area (350 m²)

  • Fully automated vegetable washing and cutting line × 1
  • Meat processing line (including grinding, slicing, and tumbling) × 1
  • Automatic weighing and batching system

Hot Processing Area (450 m²)

  • Intelligent cooking robots × 6 units (each capable of cooking 50 portions per batch)
  • Steamers × 4 units
  • Deep-frying line × 1
  • Rotary ovens × 2 units

Packaging Area (300 m²)

  • Modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) lines × 2 (for fresh prepared meals)
  • Vacuum packaging machines × 3 units
  • Automatic weighing and labeling integrated line

Cold Chain Area (400 m²)

  • Blast freezing tunnel × 1 (−40 °C quick-freeze)
  • Cold storage rooms × 3 (intelligent temperature control)
  • Finished product pre-cooling zone

Key Project Metrics

  • Total Equipment Investment: CNY 4.8 million
  • Staffing: 42 persons per shift
  • Energy Efficiency: 32% electricity savings compared to conventional solutions
  • Commissioning Timeline: 135 days

For consultation on standardized central kitchen solutions for chain restaurants, contact us at 185-2101-3919.