More Than a Kitchen.
A Place Where People Belong.
The Supported Kitchen Inc. is a purpose-driven not-for-profit social enterprise creating meaningful paid employment opportunities for people living with a disability.
We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to work, contribute, learn new skills and be recognised for their abilities. Through real employment in a supportive, nurturing and engaging environment, our team builds confidence, develops practical workplace skills and creates premium handmade products that our community loves.
Every purchase makes a difference.
Our Story
The Supported Kitchen was created from a simple idea:
Everyone deserves meaningful work and the chance to belong.
Too many people living with disability face barriers to employment despite having incredible talents, determination and passion. We wanted to change that by creating a workplace where people are valued, supported and empowered to succeed.
Today, our clients work alongside experienced Support workers, Chefs and Bakers producing handcrafted treats for dogs, cats, chickens and people while gaining valuable workplace experience, confidence and independence.
What We Do
At The Supported Kitchen, our clients are involved in every part of the business.
They don’t simply package products—they help build a thriving social enterprise by participating in:
- Sourcing seasonal ingredients from local farmers
- Preparing recipes
- Baking and dehydrating products
- Packaging and labelling
- Quality control
- Stock management
- Delivering orders
- Selling at local and regional markets
- Customer service
- Online order fulfilment
Every task builds confidence, practical skills and independence.
Why It Matters
Employment changes lives.
When people have meaningful work, they gain:
- Confidence
- Financial independence
- New friendships
- Purpose
- Workplace skills
- Pride in their achievements
- Greater community connection
Our workplace celebrates every success, no matter how big or small.
Supporting Local Communities
We are passionate about supporting local wherever possible.
We source many of our ingredients from local farmers and producers, helping strengthen regional communities while creating premium products made with care.
Our handcrafted range is proudly stocked in over 75+ retailers, available through our online store and sold at local and regional markets each week.
When you support The Supported Kitchen, you’re supporting local people, local businesses and inclusive employment.
Every Purchase Creates Opportunity
When you purchase from The Supported Kitchen, you're doing far more than buying delicious handmade treats. You're investing in meaningful employment. You're building confidence. You're supporting local farmers. You're helping create a more inclusive community. Together, we're proving that ability is far greater than disability.
Our Mission
To empower people living with a disability through meaningful paid employment, practical life skills and genuine community connection.
Our Vision
A future where every person, regardless of ability, can work with purpose, build confidence and be valued for their unique strengths.
Our Values
- Inclusion Everyone belongs and everyone has something valuable to contribute.
- Respect We celebrate every individual and treat everyone with dignity and kindness.
- Opportunity We create pathways to employment, learning and independence.
- Community We believe stronger communities are built when everyone can participate.
- Quality We take pride in producing exceptional handmade products our customers can trust.