About

Gator Chef Restaurant Equipment & Supplies is a privately owned foodservice equipment dealer and restaurant supply store headquartered at 1808 Ogden Avenue, Lisle, IL, just outside Chicago. The company has been serving the commercial food service industry since 1982, offering thousands of products and services tailored to restaurants, bars, pizzerias, cafeterias, bakeries, institutional kitchens, and hospitality operations. Gator Chef’s mission is to provide not only high-quality equipment and kitchen supplies but also personalized service grounded in real industry experience. As a woman-owned, family-operated business, it emphasizes close customer relationships and consultative sales, backed by a team of food service industry professionals. The company’s staff includes consultants and experts with combined decades of experience as chefs, restaurateurs, and equipment specialists, helping customers find the right solutions whether they are opening a new restaurant, remodeling an existing kitchen, or upgrading equipment. Their extensive product selection includes commercial cooking and refrigeration equipment, food prep tools, cookware, bar supplies, dining and buffet supplies, furniture, and janitorial items. Gator Chef also stocks used equipment and demo units, providing cost-effective options for budget-conscious operators. The company supports customers with kitchen design and build services, equipment financing and leasing options, white-glove delivery and professional installation, and hands-on product demonstrations, including access to a fully operational test kitchen where customers can try equipment before purchasing. Gator Chef caters to a broad clientele — from independent restaurateurs and small foodservice concepts to larger institutional and hospitality organizations. Its focus on personalized service, deep product knowledge, and comprehensive support services makes it a trusted partner in the commercial foodservice and hospitality industry throughout the Chicagoland region.

Industries Served

Restaurants, Bars, Cafes, Schools (including K-12 cafeterias), Hotels, Catering operations, And commercial foodservice establishments