You’ll definitely need hand washing sinks, slicers, mixers, and preparation sinks. For small production items, you’ll probably spend like $1, 500, but this amount may reduce if you purchase used kitchen equipment in Chicago. Also, make sure you get the right food preparation equipment. You’ll need a steam table, heat lamps, microwaves, roll warmers, and a sandwich table. And let’s not forget about the soda system, the beverage stand, and the ice machine!