Dark and Ghost Kitchens
Commercial Kitchen Canopies for Dark Kitchens.
Compact canopies and exhaust for delivery-only and shared kitchens.
Request a QuoteCommercial Kitchen Canopies for Dark and Ghost Kitchens
Dark kitchens cook for delivery only, often in industrial units or shared kitchen spaces. Space is tight, multiple brands can share one line, and the fit-out is usually on a short timeline.
We fabricate compact canopies and arrange the ductwork and fan so the kitchen is ready to trade quickly.
Fast and Compact
Shared kitchens often have landlord rules about roof access and duct routes. We work with your property manager or builder to agree the approach early.
- Canopies sized to the equipment in the space
- Fabrication in our own workshop, so changes are handled early
- Duct routes for industrial units and shared buildings
- Stainless benches, shelving and wall protection
- Layouts that can adapt as brands change
How We Build It
KS Steel Engineering has been operating for 13 years from Epping. You send us the layout or equipment list and a few site photos; we confirm measurements, scope the canopy, ducting and fan, and quote. The canopy is fabricated in our Epping workshop, then our team delivers and installs it and connects the ductwork and fan.
Because we make the canopy ourselves, changes to size, filter layout or duct connection points are handled at the fabrication stage rather than on site.
Standards, and Where We Install
Commercial kitchen ventilation in Australia is governed by AS 1668.2, and other requirements cover the fire performance of surrounding construction. What applies depends on the building, the cooking equipment and your local authority. We fabricate to the design and approvals for your project.
Our workshop is at Unit 1/22 Salicki Ave, Epping. We install across Melbourne, including the northern suburbs of Lalor, Thomastown, Mill Park, Bundoora, South Morang, Whittlesea, Reservoir, Preston, Campbellfield, Broadmeadows and Craigieburn, plus Altona, Dandenong, Clyde and Geelong. We have also completed projects in regional Victoria (Ballarat, Bendigo, Shepparton, Mildura, Wodonga, Seymour, Moe and Drouin) and in Canberra. Stock photos on this page are illustrative and are not KS Steel projects.
Other Kitchens We Build For
Every kitchen cooks differently. These pages cover the equipment and layout of other kitchens we fabricate for.
- CafesCompact exhaust canopies and ductwork for cafe kitchens.Read more →
- RestaurantsCustom canopies and exhaust systems sized to your cooking line.Read more →
- Hotels, Pubs and BarsLarger cooking lines, long hours and bistro kitchens catered for.Read more →
- Clubs and Function CentresLarge cooking lines and banquet kitchens, scoped and installed as one system.Read more →
- School CanteensDurable, easy-clean canopies and exhaust for school and college canteens.Read more →
- Open KitchensCanopies that look right in front of customers and still do the job.Read more →
- Central and Production KitchensHeavy-duty extraction for production kitchens and food manufacturers.Read more →
- Catering KitchensCanopies and extraction for catering kitchens and prep spaces.Read more →
- Takeaway ShopsGrease-heavy cooking handled with the right canopy and filters.Read more →
- Fast Food OutletsHigh-output exhaust for burger, chicken and quick-service kitchens.Read more →
- BakeriesExtraction for deck ovens, rack ovens and busy bakery floors.Read more →
- Aged Care and Hospital KitchensHygienic, durable stainless steel canopies and extraction for healthcare kitchens.Read more →
- Food CourtsCompact canopies for food court stalls and shopping centre tenancies.Read more →
For the wider picture, see our full range of services, completed projects and approach to compliance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. We can scope separate canopies or a shared system, depending on the layout and approvals.
Need a Commercial Kitchen Canopy for Dark and Ghost Kitchens?
Tell us about your kitchen and cooking line and we will scope the canopy and ductwork.
No obligation. We’ll get back to you.