Gelato Shop

Everything to make, display and sell authentic Italian gelato: Carpigiani batch freezers and pasteurisers, ISA and BRX display cabinets, Rubicone ingredients and the training to use them. Majors Group New Zealand is the official New Zealand importer of Carpigiani and ISA.

Opening or growing a gelato shop? Read the step-by-step guide below the products, covering the equipment you need, set-up and training. We work with New Zealand finance partners, and finance is available for up to 100% of a new asset’s purchase price.

Questions? Send us an enquiry or call 0508 625 677.

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How to open a gelato shop in New Zealand

Everything to make, display and sell authentic Italian gelato: Carpigiani batch freezers and pasteurisers, ISA and BRX display cabinets, Rubicone ingredients and the training to use them. Majors Group New Zealand is the official New Zealand importer of Carpigiani and ISA.

Official NZ importer: Carpigiani & ISAFinance through NZ partnersTraining & service

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The equipment a gelato shop needs

Batch freezers

The heart of artisan gelato production

Pasteurisers

Make your own mix from scratch

Gelato display cabinets

ISA cabinets that sell with their looks

BRX gelato cabinets

Display options for every counter

Gelato ingredients

Rubicone bases, pastes and variegates

Packaging

Cups, spoons and take-home tubs

Business calculator

Estimate costs and margins

Popular equipment for this business

Step by step

1

Concept and location

Decide on your style (classic Italian, vegan, premium, takeaway) and find a site with steady foot traffic and room for a lab behind the counter.

2

Plan the menu

Choose how many flavours you will show, how often you make them, and whether you make your own mix or start from ready bases.

3

Size the equipment

Match the batch freezer to your peak day, add a pasteuriser if you make mix from scratch, and choose a cabinet with enough pans.

4

Fit out the shop

Plan power, water, ventilation and the counter flow. See our shop fit gallery for ideas.

5

Train your team

Learn recipe balancing and production with Carpigiani Gelato University.

6

Open and grow

Add take-home tubs, cakes and seasonal flavours, backed by genuine parts and service.

Backed by Majors Group New Zealand

Official New Zealand importer of Carpigiani and ISA, with teams in Auckland and Christchurch.

Finance through NZ partners

Finance is available for up to 100% of a new asset’s purchase price.

Finance options →

Training

Hands-on training for your team, including Carpigiani Gelato University courses.

Training →

Service & parts

Genuine spare parts and qualified technicians New Zealand-wide.

Service & repairs →

Frequently asked questions

What equipment do I need to open a gelato shop? +

At minimum a batch freezer and a gelato display cabinet. Most shops add a pasteuriser to make their own mix, plus ingredients, packaging and storage.

Do I need to make my own gelato base? +

No. Many shops start with ready-made bases and pastes, then move to making mix from scratch with a pasteuriser as they grow.

Can you help me learn to make gelato? +

Yes. Carpigiani Gelato University courses and hands-on training cover recipes, production and running the lab.

Can I finance the equipment? +

Yes. We work with New Zealand finance partners, and finance is available for up to 100% of a new asset’s purchase price. See finance or apply online.

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