Goshen College Leaf Raker commercial kitchen under construction

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The Leaf Raker Cafe

Goshen, IN

Burkett partnered with Goshen College to modernize the Leaf Raker Café’s back-of-house operations by supplying a mix of refrigeration, cooking, and holding equipment designed for efficiency and longevity. Working within the remodeled Union Building layout, we helped create a seamless workflow that supports steady all-day traffic and enhances the student dining experience.

The Leaf Raker Cafe Gallery

Long service counter covered in protective plastic during renovation, with booth seating and pendant lights in the background

Worker in a hard hat installing a commercial dish machine next to a stainless steel sink, with tools and ladder in a kitchen workspace

Dining area with booth seating along windows and a long service counter covered in plastic during renovation

Stainless steel prep counter with under-shelf storage holding boxes and small tools on the work surface

Stacked convection ovens and charbroiler in a commercial kitchen, with a utility cart holding tools and equipment during installation

Commercial kitchen cooking line with deep fryers, flat-top griddle, and ovens, along with boxes and tools staged nearby during setup or installation

How Burkett Helped

Burkett partnered with Goshen College to equip the Leaf Raker Café—a campus staple located inside the Union Building—with reliable, high-performance foodservice equipment. The goal was to support an updated menu and refreshed dining experience featuring grill favorites, fresh salads, and barista-style drinks for students and faculty.

The remodel focused on improving efficiency and workflow for steady all-day traffic, from quick coffee orders to full lunch service. By integrating durable cooking, refrigeration, and holding solutions, Burkett helped create a flexible café environment designed for speed, consistency, and long-term reliability.