Low elevation, about 3,230 feet
At roughly 3,230 feet there is no altitude adjustment for burners, ovens, or dish-machine water. Humidity and heat matter more, and we plan refrigeration and ventilation around them.
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Roundup, Montana Mobile Kitchen Trailer Rentals and Dishwashing Trailers
County seat of Musselshell County, Roundup runs US 12 and US 87 along its Main Street and 1st Avenue West, at about 3,229 feet. The Milwaukee Road arrived in 1907. Coal mining and agriculture shape the economy, and the area has also become a hub for Amazon supply-chain prep centers, alongside a Fourth of July rodeo.
We rent mobile kitchen trailers, dishwashing trailers, and emergency refrigeration trailers as short-term rentals or long-term leases. Call any hour or request availability and a quote for your Roundup site.
- County
- Musselshell County
- Elevation
- About 3,230 ft
- Typical January low
- 18°F
- Typical July high
- 89°F
Elevation from the Open-Meteo elevation model. Temperatures are averages for January lows and July highs in 2022 to 2024, from Open-Meteo reanalysis data.
What the conditions mean for a rental in Roundup
January lows near 18°F
Winter nights regularly drop below freezing, with lows around 18°F. We check water-line protection and heater capacity for rentals through the cold months.
July highs near 89°F
Roundup's July highs average about 89°F. That is a normal load for our equipment, but it is enough to expose an aging walk-in cooler, which is a common reason people call us.
Delivery from Helena
About 165 miles in a straight line from our Helena warehouse. That is a regional delivery: we confirm the road route, any seasonal limits, and the timing when we quote.
Where a mobile kitchen helps in Roundup
Rodeo Roundup and the Fourth
Roundup holds a PRCA-sanctioned rodeo at the Musselshell County Fairgrounds around Independence Day, part of the Roundup Independence Days Extravaganza with live music, a carnival, and fireworks. Organizers and caterers feeding the holiday crowd may need extra cooking, prep, and dishwashing.
Coal operations and contractors
Signal Peak Energy's underground Bull Mountains Mine near Roundup employs roughly 250 people, and a June 2025 federal approval extended its life by up to nine years. Contractors on shutdown, expansion, or recovery work may need meals, showers, and restrooms near the job, and a kitchen trailer with support units can supply them.
Musselshell ice jams and high water
Flood watches on the Musselshell River have singled out the Roundup area for ice jam flooding, and the region saw record high water in May 2011. If high water or a power loss takes out a kitchen or walk-in cooler, an emergency kitchen or refrigeration trailer can hold the line.
- Independence Days rodeo and carnival catering
- Contractor crew meals for mine work
- Flood or ice-jam kitchen and cooler backup
Delivery from our Helena warehouse to Roundup
We keep equipment in Helena, the Montana capital, and plan every delivery from there. Roundup is about 165 miles from the warehouse as the crow flies; the actual road route, timing, and any permits are confirmed when we quote.
Getting a trailer to Roundup
US 12 runs straight to Roundup from Helena. It overlaps US 287 south of Helena, then branches east across central Montana, and US 87 joins it in town. Winter storms and blowing snow can slow the run, so check the Montana Department of Transportation road report before departure.
The closest towns we serve are Lavina (about 22 miles), Broadview (29 miles), and Melstone (34 miles).
Open 24/7
Emergency deployment, any hour
Ice jams on the Musselshell River have prompted flood watches that mention the Roundup area, and winter brings cold semi-arid conditions with snow. Flooding or power loss that cripples a kitchen or cooler is where 24/7 emergency deployment helps.
Kitchen trailers available for Roundup
Nine mobile kitchen layouts, 24 ft to 40 ft. Pick by how many meals you serve and what you cook, then confirm power: most models run on 220V single-phase service. Prices are monthly starting rates; your quote confirms the final price, term, and delivery.
| Trailer | Cooking equipment | Also on board | Power | Starting rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 ft Mobile Kitchen | Single-stack convection oven, Griddle / oven combination, 6-burner range / oven combination | Handwashing sink, 3-compartment sink, Prep table, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer | 220V, single phase, 200A | $4,995 / month |
| 26 ft Baby Bulk Kitchen | Confirmed at quote | 3-compartment sink, Handwashing sink, Prep table, Mop sink, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer | 220V, single phase, 200A | Price by quote |
| 28 ft Mobile Kitchen | Single-stack convection oven, Griddle / oven combination, 6-burner range / oven combination | Handwashing sink, 3-compartment sink, Prep table, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer | 220V, single phase, 200A | $4,995 / month |
| 38 ft Mobile Kitchen | Deep fryer, Single-stack convection oven, Griddle / oven combination, 6-burner range / oven combination | Handwashing sink, 3-compartment sink, Prep table, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer | 220V, single phase, 200-220A | $7,995 / month |
| 40 ft Mobile Kitchen | Double-stack convection oven, Deep fryer, Tilting skillet, Griddle / oven combination | Handwashing sink, 3-compartment sink, Prep table, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer | 220V, single phase, 200-220A | $7,995 / month |
| 40 ft Mobile Combo Kitchen | Deep fryers, Single-stack convection oven, Griddle / oven combination, 6-burner range / oven combination | Handwashing sink, 3-compartment sink, Prep table, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer, Walk-in cooler | 220V, single phase, 200-220A | $7,995 / month |
| 40 ft Bulk Kitchen | Specifications by quote | Specifications by quote | By quote | $10,995 / month |
| 40 ft Bulk Combo Kitchen | Double-stack convection oven, Deep fryer, Tilting skillet, Griddle / oven combination | Handwashing sink, 3-compartment sink, Prep table, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer, Walk-in cooler | 220V, single phase, 200-220A | $10,995 / month |
| 38 ft All Electric Kitchen | Specifications by quote | Specifications by quote | By quote | Price by quote |
Specifications come from the model descriptions supplied for each trailer. The unit assigned to your rental is confirmed at quote.
Dishwashing and refrigeration for Roundup
Add a dishwashing trailer and refrigeration to complete the temporary kitchen. Each card shows its monthly starting price. The same setup works for a school, clinic, or restaurant in Ryegate, Winnett, or Grass Range, near Roundup.
22-26 ft Low-Temperature Dish Trailer
A push-through low-temperature dishwasher with a soil tray, scraping table, and three-compartment sink.
Starting from $4,995 / month
38 ft Conveyor Dish Trailer
A conveyor-type dishwasher with prep, storage, and a water heater, for the busiest dish rooms.
Starting from $6,995 / month
12 ft Refrigerated Trailer
A small refrigerated trailer for a restaurant or store walk-in that has stopped cooling.
Starting from $1,895 / month
20 ft Refrigerated Trailer
More cold storage for a hospital, school, or hotel that lost its walk-in.
Starting from $1,895 / month
How a rental works
Rentals run by the month, with short-term and long-term options. Delivery, setup, and pickup are coordinated for your site. An inquiry does not reserve equipment; a person confirms availability, delivery time, and terms with you. Hours: open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Setup usually takes about five hours for kitchens and dishwashing trailers and about one hour for refrigeration units, and an inquiry is the first step, not a reservation.
Why choose Simply Indians
A closed kitchen does not stop anyone from being hungry. Dependable Roundup mobile kitchen rentals, backed by people who answer the phone, keep meals on schedule while the permanent kitchen is out.
Accelerated Deployment
Delivery and setup of Roundup mobile kitchen rentals are coordinated around your schedule in Roundup, with timing confirmed at quote.
24/7 Emergency Service
(888) 385-5513 is answered all day and all night. If a cooler fails at 2 a.m., that is the number to call.
End-to-End Project Support
One team helps choose the trailer, plans the hookups, and collects it when the job is done.
Flexible Rental Solutions
Terms run from a single week to a long lease, matched to how long your own kitchen will be out of service.
Heavy-Duty Commercial Equipment
Commercial-grade cooking, dishwashing, and refrigeration equipment built for daily institutional use.
Experienced Logistics Coordination
Site access, placement, power, water, and wastewater are checked before the trailer is on the road.
Why clients trust us
Our customers run commercial and institutional kitchens, including hospitals, schools, government and military sites, hotels, correctional facilities, and caterers. What we promise is what we can confirm: someone answering the phone at any hour, coordinated delivery and setup, and a written quote that states terms before you agree to anything.
Emergency refrigeration and kitchen rentals in Roundup
Lost cold storage, a fire or flood in the kitchen, or a failed dish-room inspection can all call for a trailer fast. Phone us, and we start working out the replacement while you gather the address and power details.
Frequently asked questions
Who handles temporary food permits for events in Roundup?
Montana assigns temporary food establishment permits to the county where an event happens, on a state-approved form. Contact the Musselshell County health authority before the rodeo or another event to confirm what your setup requires.
Can a kitchen trailer support crews working near Roundup?
Yes, kitchen, shower, restroom, and sleeper units are used for work crews. Site access, water, power, and any permits depend on the location, so talk with the site owner, the county health department, and the rental team before the crew arrives.
Can you deploy a kitchen to Roundup in an emergency?
Call (888) 385-5513 at any hour and we begin planning on that call. Trailers leave from our Helena warehouse, and the delivery time to Roundup depends on the equipment and the road, which we confirm in your quote.
Does an inquiry reserve equipment?
No. An inquiry starts the conversation only. Nothing is held until we have confirmed availability, delivery time, and terms with you.
Get a quote
Send what you know and a person will reply with availability and terms. It helps to have these ready:
- The job site city and state, and the delivery address if you have it.
- Your start date and how long you expect to need the trailer.
- How many people you serve per meal, and the type of service.
- Power available at the site (voltage, phase, amps) and water and wastewater connections.
- Where the trailer will sit, and any gate, slope, or overhead limits.
Emergency? Call (888) 385-5513. We answer 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.