What we finance.
We can arrange finance for most types of commercial catering and foodservice equipment, including:
- Cooking equipment: ovens, combi ovens, hobs, grills, fryers, ranges
- Refrigeration: cold rooms, fridges, freezers, display units, back‑bar fridges
- Food preparation: mixers, slicers, processors, prep tables, counters
- Dishwashing & hygiene: glasswashers, dishwashers, pot washers, cleaning systems
- Front‑of‑house & service: servery counters, hot holding, display units, coffee machines
- Ventilation & extraction: canopies, fans, ducting, air handling
- Ancillary items: stainless steel benches, sinks, shelving, small equipment packages
You choose the equipment and the supplier; we focus on the finance.
Why caterers and hospitality operators choose Oaklease
- 33 years of experience: We’ve been arranging equipment finance for over three decades, across hospitality, leisure, and foodservice.
- Clarity and transparency: Plain language, clear costs, and no hidden surprises. You know exactly what you’re paying and for how long.
- Cash flow friendly: Spread the cost over fixed monthly payments rather than tying up capital in depreciating assets.
- Consistency and control: Match the term to the expected life of the equipment, and upgrade when it makes commercial sense.
- From single sites to groups: Whether you’re fitting out one kitchen or rolling out a concept across multiple locations, we can support phased installations and multi‑site programmes.
Our approach is to explain the options, answer questions directly, and let you decide what best fits your business.
How catering equipment finance works with Oaklease
- You select the equipment
You agree the specification and price with your chosen supplier.
- We structure the finance
We discuss term, payment profile, and any specific requirements, then provide a clear, written illustration.
- Approval and documentation
Once approved, we issue straightforward documents, setting out all key points in plain English.
- Delivery and installation
Your supplier delivers and installs the equipment. We then activate the agreement and your payments begin.
From initial enquiry to completed installation, our focus is on keeping the process simple and predictable.
Who we support
We work with a wide range of businesses, including:
- Restaurants, bars, and cafés
- Hotels and serviced apartments
- Caterers and contract caterers
- QSR and fast‑casual operators
- Food halls and retail foodservice
- Education, healthcare, and workplace catering
If your business relies on professional catering equipment, we can usually help with a structured finance solution.
A straightforward conversation about finance
Our role is not just to provide funding, but to help you make a well‑informed decision. With 33 years of experience, we know that trust is built through clarity, consistency, and doing exactly what we say we will do.
If you are planning a new kitchen, refurbishment, or equipment upgrade, we’re happy to review your plans and outline the finance options available, clearly and without obligation.
