About 5,910 feet up
Aztec is at moderate altitude, about 5,910 feet. Gas appliances and dish-machine heaters work as designed, and we confirm burner settings for the elevation on the delivery call.
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Aztec, New Mexico Mobile Kitchen Trailer Rentals and Dishwashing Trailers
Aztec Ruins National Monument sits inside the city, part of the larger Chaco Culture UNESCO World Heritage designation, and the Animas River runs alongside it at about 5,820 feet. Aztec Municipal Schools serve the city and the northeastern part of San Juan County, and the surrounding economy has long been shaped by oil, gas, and coal.
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 Aztec site.
- County
- San Juan County
- Elevation
- About 5,910 ft
- Typical January low
- 17°F
- Typical July high
- 92°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 Aztec
January lows near 17°F
Aztec sees January lows near 17°F, cold enough to threaten exposed water lines. We confirm insulated connections and a freeze plan when we quote a winter term.
July highs near 92°F
Warm summers, with highs near 92°F, push refrigeration harder and make a hot cooking line uncomfortable. We plan ventilation and ask where the trailer can sit in shade.
Delivery from Santa Fe
Aztec is roughly 135 miles from Santa Fe, within regional reach. The final road conditions and delivery window are confirmed with you before anything ships.
Where a mobile kitchen helps in Aztec
December luminaria nights
Each December the national monument hosts a free Evening of Lights, with hundreds of luminarias, and a city events calendar lists a Christmas parade. Groups serving cold-weather crowds can run short of hot-food capacity, dishwashing, and refrigerated space, which a trailer can add for the weekend.
River and water-supply disruptions
In August 2015 a mine-waste plume came down the Animas and Aztec shut its river intakes. In October 2026, the Animas and San Juan rivers flooded across the county. A kitchen that cannot count on normal water needs a temporary setup, so raise water and wastewater connections early.
School kitchen downtime
Aztec Municipal Schools serve the city and surrounding county, and winters here have dropped as low as minus 27 degrees Fahrenheit. A failed oven, range, or walk-in cooler during the school year can interrupt meals, and a kitchen trailer can bridge the gap until repairs finish.
- Holiday event catering and hot-food service
- Flood-recovery kitchen for institutions
- School meal service during equipment failure
Delivery from our Santa Fe warehouse to Aztec
We keep equipment in Santa Fe, the New Mexico capital, and plan every delivery from there. Aztec is about 135 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 Aztec
From Santa Fe, take I-25 south to the US 550 junction, then follow US 550 northwest. It crosses the Continental Divide near the Jicarilla Apache Nation reservation, enters San Juan County, and runs through Aztec. It is a long high-desert haul, so check NMDOT conditions in winter.
The closest towns we serve are Bloomfield (about 5 miles), Kirtland (22 miles), and Ignacio (28 miles).
Open 24/7
Emergency deployment, any hour
The Animas River has caused water emergencies here, from the 2015 mine-waste release to the October 2026 county flooding on the San Juan and Animas rivers. Our 24/7 emergency deployment is built for kitchens and coolers disrupted by flooding or outages.
Kitchen trailers available for Aztec
The kitchen line runs from a compact 24 ft trailer to a 40 ft bulk-cooking unit. Match the size to your daily meal count and menu, and check that your site can supply 220V single-phase power. The rates below are monthly starting prices, and the quote sets the final figure.
| 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 Aztec
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 Bayfield, Mancos, or Cortez, near Aztec.
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 Aztec 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 Aztec mobile kitchen rentals are coordinated around your schedule in Aztec, 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 Aztec
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
Can a trailer connect to Aztec's municipal water?
The city runs its own water treatment plant, drawing from the Animas River and local ditches. Whether a temporary connection is allowed is for the city utility and your health authority to decide, so confirm both before you schedule the trailer.
Who permits a temporary kitchen in San Juan County?
The New Mexico Environment Department's Food Program permits food establishments and temporary food events across the state outside Bernalillo County. Contact its nearest field office to confirm which permit your setup needs and how far ahead to apply.
Can you deploy a kitchen to Aztec in an emergency?
Yes. We answer 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and emergency deployment starts with a phone call to (888) 385-5513. Equipment ships from our Santa Fe warehouse, and we confirm availability and delivery time to Aztec when we 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.