About 4,410 feet up
Melrose is at moderate altitude, about 4,410 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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Melrose, New Mexico Mobile Kitchen Trailer Rentals and Dishwashing Trailers
Melrose sits at about 4,406 feet in Curry County, on the eastern plains. Summers are hot, with July highs near 93°F, and January highs average near 54°F. Melrose Municipal Schools operates the village's elementary and junior/high schools, and the Melrose Air Force Range lies in Curry and Roosevelt Counties.
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 Melrose site.
- County
- Curry County
- Elevation
- About 4,410 ft
- Typical January low
- 28°F
- Typical July high
- 95°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 Melrose
Mild winters, lows near 28°F
Winter here is mild, with typical January lows around 28°F. Freeze protection is a light-touch item, and we keep it on the checklist for the occasional cold snap.
July highs near 95°F
Typical July highs reach about 95°F. Kitchen trailers need shade or ventilation help, and refrigeration units run longer cycles, so we size the power supply for the heat and not just the nameplate.
Delivery from Santa Fe
About 155 miles in a straight line from our Santa Fe 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 Melrose
School kitchen out of service
Melrose Municipal Schools runs an elementary school and a junior/high school. If a school kitchen is down for a repair, an inspection issue, or a failed walk-in, a mobile kitchen with a dishwashing trailer can cover meal service until the building is cleared.
Summer heat and cold storage
July highs average around 93°F, which pushes walk-in coolers and freezers hard. A failed compressor at a food business, school, or event can spoil stock quickly, and a refrigeration trailer or container can hold product while the unit is repaired.
Winter snow disruptions
The area averages about 11 inches of snow a year. A storm that cuts power or blocks supply deliveries can leave a kitchen without cooking or cold storage. A trailer kitchen gives a facility a temporary way to keep serving meals.
- School kitchen coverage during repairs
- Emergency refrigeration in summer heat
- Temporary dishwashing for local food service
Delivery from our Santa Fe warehouse to Melrose
We keep equipment in Santa Fe, the New Mexico capital, and plan every delivery from there. Melrose is about 155 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 Melrose
Melrose is on the eastern plains, so a trailer from Santa Fe faces a long highway run across open country with wind exposure. The exact route and final approach were not verified, so confirm highway conditions and street access with the site contact before dispatch.
The closest towns we serve are Texico (about 33 miles), Elida (33 miles), and Fort Sumner (34 miles).
We confirm the exact route and any seasonal limits for your address at quote.
Open 24/7
Emergency deployment, any hour
Average July highs near 93°F and about 11 inches of annual snow mean heat can kill a walk-in cooler and winter storms can take out power. Either situation is one a 24/7 emergency deployment could help cover.
Kitchen trailers available for Melrose
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 Melrose
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 Dora, San Jon, or Tucumcari, near Melrose.
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 Melrose 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 Melrose mobile kitchen rentals are coordinated around your schedule in Melrose, 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 Melrose
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
Where do I get a food permit for a temporary kitchen?
Curry County is covered by the New Mexico Environment Department's food program. Use its temporary food establishment application, then contact the nearest field office about inspection and permit steps. Confirm what applies to your setup before you book.
Can a trailer be used at a school site?
A school district decides what can be placed on its property and who may serve students. Talk with district administration and the Environment Department about approval, food safety rules, and any child-nutrition requirements before arranging a trailer.
Can you deploy a kitchen to Melrose 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 Melrose 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.