Cafés, restaurants, hotels & catering
Frozen Dessert Equipment for Food Service in New Zealand
Gelato, soft serve, froyo, açaí and slushie machines for cafés, restaurants, hotels and clubs.
Carpigiani · 18 models
Carpigiani soft serve machines
Countertop and floor-standing machines for soft serve, frozen yoghurt and express gelato, from one flavour to twin twist and self-serve.
Carpigiani · 3 models
Carpigiani automatic soft serve machines
Automatic, self-service machines for the busiest sites: the 241 Magica series.
Carpigiani · 5 models
Carpigiani shake and sundae machines
Shake machines and combined shake and soft serve machines for busy counters and drive-throughs.
Carpigiani · 4 models
Carpigiani gelato machines for restaurants and cafés
Compact batch freezers for kitchens that want to make fresh gelato and sorbet in house.
Carpigiani · 5 models
Carpigiani whipped cream and pastry machines
Whipped cream machines for the pass and the pastry bench, and a pastry machine for creams, sauces and chocolate.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Great equipment needs reliable mixes and bases. Majors Group New Zealand supplies ingredients across the categories we equip, including soft serve and frozen yoghurt mixes, gelato bases and pastes, acai, and slushie and granita syrups. Consistent ingredients mean consistent product, predictable costs and simpler training for staff. Buying machines and ingredients from one New Zealand supplier also keeps reordering and support straightforward, with one point of contact for the whole frozen-dessert line.
Buying guide
Buying guide and advice
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Your venue
Which venues add frozen desserts, and what suits them
Different venues lean toward different formats. Cafes and dessert bars often start with a countertop commercial soft serve machine or a compact gelato display, pairing perfectly with coffee and grab-and-go trade. Restaurants and bistros use batch-frozen gelato and sorbet to plate signature desserts and reduce reliance on bought-in stock. Hotels and function venues favour self-serve frozen yoghurt and soft serve for breakfast buffets, events and conferences, where speed of service matters. Clubs, bars and quick-service outlets draw crowds with slushie and granita machines, while health-focused cafes and juice bars build a following around acai bowls. Caterers and mobile operators need robust, easily transported units that hold quality on site. We help you match the right category to your trade.
Equipment
Machines & Equipment
The core machine types span the full frozen-dessert field. Soft serve machines dispense at the pull of a lever and come in countertop and floor-standing models, single, twin or twist flavour, in gravity-fed or pressurised (air-pump) configurations that change density and yield. Gelato and ice cream equipment ranges from combined pasteuriser-batch-freezer setups for artisans to compact batch freezers for smaller kitchens. Frozen yoghurt machines often share a platform with soft serve, so one unit can serve both. Slushie and granita machines handle multiple bowls for high-traffic venues. Carpigiani builds the engineering behind much of this category, engineered for consistent texture and long commercial life.
Presentation sells the product, which is where display cabinets earn their place. ISA refrigerated cabinets keep scooping gelato at the right temperature and turn the counter into a visual drawcard. Capacity and output are the practical levers when choosing: think in terms of servings per hour at peak, the number of flavours you want live at once, and your bench or floor footprint. Our specialists size equipment to realistic demand rather than overselling capacity you will not use.
Choosing
How to choose, plus running costs, power and installation
Start with the menu you want, then work back to the machine. Decide whether you are leading with soft serve, gelato, frozen yoghurt, acai or slushies, estimate peak servings, and confirm the space available on bench or floor. Running costs are modest relative to revenue: dessert portions are inexpensive to produce, and electricity use is comparable to other commercial refrigeration. Air-cooled machines suit most spaces, while water-cooled options help in hot or poorly ventilated rooms running multiple units.
Power matters at the planning stage. Larger floor-standing machines typically need a dedicated circuit and may require three-phase supply, while many countertop units run on standard single-phase power. We assess your site so the unit you choose matches your electrical setup before it arrives. Delivery, installation and commissioning are available across New Zealand, from Auckland and Wellington through to Christchurch, Tauranga and Dunedin, with our warehouse and support based in Onehunga, Auckland.
Finance & backup
Finance and the backup that keeps you running
Adding a profit line should not strain cash flow. Equipment finance is available, with funding of up to 100% of a new asset’s purchase price, so you can spread the cost and let the machine pay its own way from day one. Pricing across the range is POA, tailored to the configuration and support you need.
The promise that sets Majors Group apart is what happens after the sale. As the official importer of premium Italian brands, we hold genuine spare parts and field qualified technicians across New Zealand, so a busy weekend service or a peak-season event is never derailed by a machine you cannot get fixed. Our service and spare parts team keeps your equipment producing, which protects both the customer experience and the revenue you have built around it. Ready to add frozen desserts to your menu? Contact us and a specialist will recommend the right setup for your venue.
Delivery and installation
Delivered and installed all over New Zealand
Equipment and ingredients are delivered, and equipment is installed, in every part of New Zealand. Here is how it works.
1
Tell us what you need
Choose your machines, ingredients and packaging, or ask us to put the range together for your shop. Request a quote online or call us.
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We quote and plan
We confirm the quote, then check your site: space, power, water and drainage, so the machine suits the shop.
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Delivery
Equipment and ingredients are delivered to your door anywhere in New Zealand.
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Install, train and support
Our technicians install and commission the equipment and train your team. Service and genuine parts follow on 0508 625 677.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is adding soft serve or gelato actually profitable for a cafe or restaurant?
Frozen desserts are among the highest-margin items in hospitality because the per-serve cost is low and service is fast, making them a strong add-on to coffee, lunch and dinner trade. The right format depends on your venue and volume, so talk to a Majors Group New Zealand specialist on 0508 625 677 for advice tailored to your business.
What is the best frozen dessert machine for a small cafe?
Compact countertop soft serve or frozen yoghurt units suit cafes with limited bench space, while a small display works well for scooping gelato. Request a quote and we will size the right machine to your space and expected servings.
What power supply does a commercial soft serve or gelato machine need?
Many countertop machines run on standard single-phase power, while larger floor-standing units often need a dedicated circuit or three-phase supply. We assess your site before recommending a model, so contact us to confirm what your premises can support.
Can one machine make both soft serve and frozen yoghurt?
Yes, many machines serve both from the same platform, which expands your menu without extra equipment. Ask our team which dual-purpose models fit your needs.
How much do frozen dessert machines cost in New Zealand?
Pricing is POA because it depends on the format, capacity and configuration you choose, and equipment finance of up to 100% of a new asset’s price is available. Call 0508 625 677 or request a quote for figures specific to your setup.
Do you deliver, install and service nationwide?
Yes. We deliver, install and service across New Zealand, including Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Hamilton, Tauranga and Dunedin, supported from our Onehunga warehouse. Get in touch to arrange your install.
What happens if my machine breaks down during a busy period?
As the official importer of Carpigiani and ISA, we hold genuine spare parts and have qualified technicians nationwide so you are never left stranded. Contact our service team and we will get you back up and running.
Do you supply the mixes and ingredients too?
Yes, we supply soft serve and frozen yoghurt mixes, gelato bases, acai and slushie syrups alongside the machines, so you can source equipment and ingredients from one New Zealand supplier. Call 0508 625 677 or contact us to set up your supply.
Talk to us
Talk to a food-service specialist
Tell us about your venue, your menu and your covers, and we will recommend the right machines, ingredients and support.
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