KNIFE SHIFT
MERCH MARKET
The ultimate platform for merch from top restaurants & culinary brands.
Free to register. Zero Sign-up or listing fees.
GROW YOUR AUDIENCE
Reach a community of culinary enthusiasts across the U.S.
EASY & FREE SETUP
List your first item in minutes.
Zero sign-up costs.
We operate by reserving a 10% commission only when you make a sale.
SIMPLE VENDOR FEATURES
Manage orders with a helpful dashboard.
Organize your product catalog and get paid directly from our portal.
DEDICATED SUPPORT
We want to make culinary merch better.
We'll help you get started and make your product listings compelling.
How Being a Vendor Works
Create Vendor Profile
Sign up and showcase your restaurant or business' story, branding, and products.
List Your Merch
Upload photos, set prices, and customize descriptions directly from our vendor portal.
Promote & Sell
Direct fans to your store to see restaurant/brand details and shop your merch.
Track & Fulfill Orders
See details for all orders, manage fulfillment status, track sales figures and more.
Ship Items
Manage shipping, add tracking numbers, and keep customers updated.
Get Paid
Direct payment options. Details for earnings & commissions tracked in vendor portal.
Let's Get Cooking.
Set Up Your Store Today.
FAQs
Our market is set up for restaurants to create vendor profiles and list their merch.
That said, we welcome other food businesses to also sell with us, such as: independent chefs, cafes, breweries, wineries, suppliers, farms, and content creators.
No, signing up to sell your restaurant or food business' merch with the Knife Shift is free and there are no upfront costs.
We operate by reserving a 10% commission fee only when a customer orders one of your products.
Click “Start Selling” at the top of the page, or click here. Fill out the basic registration form and submit.
Once approved, you’ll have access to a user-friendly dashboard where you can add products and customize your store profile
Absolutely!
We provide customizable store templates where you can upload your logo and a custom banner, include a link to direct visitors to make a reservation at your restaurant, and share your brand's unique story.
Our software manages accounting, automates commission deductions, and ensures restaurants receive payouts on a biweekly basis to their accounts.
You can receive direct payouts for your earnings via a secure payment integration with Stripe or PayPal.
Yes, we encourage using high-quality images and detailed descriptions that reflect your restaurant’s brand and story.
We offer optional photography and copywriting services if you need extra help.
When a sale is made, vendors are notified and are responsible for getting the product to the customer.
Via the portal you can define shipping rates for your catalog to align with your existing shipping workflows and pricing.
We promote our market through email campaigns, social media ads, and partnerships with culinary influencers.
Your store profile also helps with SEO efforts for your brand by creating new ways for people to discover your brand and products.
Our vendor support team is here to assist you via email, chat, or phone during regular business hours.
We also offer help through the vendor portal with step-by-step guides and marketing tips designed to help you succeed in selling your merchandise.