Low elevation, about 2,420 feet
At roughly 2,420 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.
Open 24/7 · Emergency deployment
Madras, Oregon Mobile Kitchen Trailer Rentals and Dishwashing Trailers
Madras, the Jefferson County seat, sits at 2,241 feet where US 26 and US 97 intersect in the high desert of central Oregon. The Jefferson County Fair runs in late July, the Erickson Aircraft Collection draws visitors, and the 2017 total solar eclipse brought preparation for about 100,000 people.
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 Madras site.
- County
- Jefferson County
- Elevation
- About 2,420 ft
- Typical January low
- 27°F
- Typical July high
- 93°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 Madras
Mild winters, lows near 27°F
Winter here is mild, with typical January lows around 27°F. Freeze protection is a light-touch item, and we keep it on the checklist for the occasional cold snap.
July highs near 93°F
Madras's July highs average about 93°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 Salem
About 95 miles in a straight line from our Salem 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 Madras
Jefferson County Fair week
The Jefferson County Fair takes place on the fairgrounds in late July. Event operators and vendors needing extra cooking, dishwashing, or cold storage for a multi-day fair can place trailers on the grounds instead of building temporary prep areas.
Eclipse-scale surges
Madras was on the centerline of the 2017 total solar eclipse and planned for about 100,000 visitors. Any future festival or large gathering can similarly strain local kitchens, and mobile kitchen and refrigeration trailers can add capacity for the peak days without a permanent build-out.
Wildfire evacuation operations
The Elk Lane Fire burned about 5,240 acres west of Madras in August 2024. The fire command post was at the county fairgrounds, and evacuees went to the high school. Agencies feeding responders and evacuees can use kitchen trailers at a staging site.
- County fair vendor and event kitchens
- Large event surge capacity
- Wildfire responder and evacuee meals
Delivery from our Salem warehouse to Madras
We keep equipment in Salem, the Oregon capital, and plan every delivery from there. Madras is about 95 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 Madras
From Salem, a common truck route is OR 22 up the North Santiam River to Santiam Junction, then US 20 over Santiam Pass, then to US 97, which runs through Madras along with US 26. Winter snow on the pass can slow trucks, so check ODOT TripCheck.
From Madras, Metolius is about 5 miles away, Culver about 10 miles, and Sisters about 32 miles, so one route can often serve more than one of them.
Open 24/7
Emergency deployment, any hour
Madras has a semi-arid climate with a record high of 112 degrees, and the August 2024 Elk Lane Fire led the governor to invoke the Emergency Conflagration Act. Our 24/7 emergency deployment can supply kitchens and cold storage.
Kitchen trailers available for Madras
Choose among nine trailers, 24 ft to 40 ft, by the number of meals and the equipment your menu calls for. Most run on 220V single-phase service. Each price is a monthly starting rate; the quote confirms 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 Madras
A kitchen trailer works best with a dish room and cold storage beside it. Each card shows its monthly starting price. Operators in Maupin, Idanha, and Detroit face the same choice when a dish room or walk-in cooler goes down.
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
When a kitchen closes for a renovation, a repair, or an emergency, the people it feeds still need to eat. Reliable Madras mobile kitchen rentals and a team that picks up the phone keep service running on your schedule.
Accelerated Deployment
From the first call, we line up transport and setup for Madras mobile kitchen rentals in Madras so the kitchen is ready when your crew is.
24/7 Emergency Service
Call (888) 385-5513 any hour. A broken cooler or a closed kitchen does not wait for business hours.
End-to-End Project Support
From picking the right trailer to utility hookups and pickup, one team stays on your job.
Flexible Rental Solutions
Rent by the week or the month, or lease for a longer project, and send the trailer back when you no longer need it.
Heavy-Duty Commercial Equipment
Ranges, ovens, dish machines, and coolers sized for institutional volume, not household appliances.
Experienced Logistics Coordination
Placement, utilities, and wastewater are reviewed with you ahead of delivery so there are no surprises on arrival.
Why clients trust us
We serve commercial and institutional kitchens: healthcare, education, government and military, hospitality, correctional facilities, and caterers. We stand behind what we can confirm: a person on the phone around the clock, delivery and setup coordination, and a quote that spells out terms before you commit.
Emergency refrigeration and kitchen rentals in Madras
When a cooler warms up overnight, a flood closes the kitchen, or an inspector shuts down the dish room, call us and we begin planning the replacement on that call. It helps to have the unit's make, your available power, and the site address ready.
Frequently asked questions
Who do I contact for a temporary food permit in Madras?
Confirm with Jefferson County public health or the Oregon Department of Agriculture, depending on your operation. For fair or event vendors, ask the event organizer about vendor rules and temporary restaurant license deadlines.
Can a trailer be parked at the fairgrounds?
Space at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds is managed by the county, which also hosts events and has served as a staging site. Contact the county about reservations, hookups, and rules, and share your plans with us.
Do you take emergency calls for Madras?
Yes, around the clock. Phone (888) 385-5513, tell us what failed and where your Madras site is, and we check availability from our Salem warehouse and quote the delivery.
Does an inquiry reserve equipment?
No. We confirm availability, delivery time, and terms with you before anything is reserved.
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.