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LaBel Foodservice designed and built a full-service corporate cafeteria for the Melville Square Corporate Center located at 1305 Walt Whitman Drive in Melville, New York. Managed by Florian Food Service, this cafeteria was created to provide building tenants with a comfortable, efficient dining experience within a sleek and modern environment.

Project Overview

The goal was to design and install a commercial kitchen and cafeteria that met both the aesthetic and functional needs of a busy corporate center. LaBel developed a layout that prioritized flow, efficiency, and user comfort — balancing design elegance with strict space and ventilation constraints.

Project Challenges

The space presented unique engineering challenges.

• Limited ceiling height and a tight footprint required precise equipment coordination and workflow planning.

• The exhaust system could not be vented to the roof, requiring a creative solution for air handling and grease control.

• The team had to ensure compliance, safety, and air quality while staying on budget.

Solutions & Innovations

To overcome the ventilation limitations, LaBel engineered and installed an electric precipitator to capture and clean grease-laden air before venting into the parking lot.
The make-up air unit was also mounted inline on the first floor ceiling — a complex solution that maintained performance within tight mechanical constraints.
Custom stainless-steel serving lines, durable millwork, and low-profile hoods were integrated to optimize workflow and match the corporate design standards.

Results

The result is a sleek, high-efficiency cafeteria that serves hundreds of tenants daily in a friendly, comfortable setting. The space now operates with clean air circulation, energy efficiency, and a seamless back-of-house workflow — all within the original project timeline and budget.

Client

Florian Food Service
Management Partner for Melville Square Corporate Center

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