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MAK ’n JAK Food Services Ltd.
Operating as: MAK ’n JAK Grub Hub
📍 29 Lakeview Drive, Elkwater, Alberta
Cypress Hills Provincial Park
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Company Overview
MAK ’n JAK Grub Hub is a multi-service hospitality and food operation located in the heart of Cypress Hills Provincial Park in Elkwater, Alberta. Opening in April 2026, our facility combines a full-service restaurant, retail convenience store, seasonal specialty products, and onsite laundromat services — all designed to serve over 600,000 annual park visitors and the permanent Elkwater community.
Founded by Murray and Jennifer Kumm, MAK ’n JAK was built on a passion for food, family experiences, and strengthening rural Alberta communities. Our mission is simple:
One stop. Every need. Endless memories.
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Food Processing & Product Focus
While operating as a restaurant and retail location, MAK ’n JAK is developing in-house food production capabilities including:
• Fresh and frozen grab-and-go meals
• House-made sauces and signature condiments
• Prepared retail-ready comfort foods
• Seasonal baked goods
• Specialty camp-friendly meal kits
• Branded packaged snack items
Our long-term goal is to expand packaged food offerings under the MAK ’n JAK brand for distribution within regional tourism markets and specialty retail channels across Alberta.
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Operational Standards & Compliance
MAK ’n JAK operates under:
• Alberta Health Services Food Regulation compliance
• Alberta OHS Act & Code alignment
• HACCP-based food safety principles
• WCB-covered workforce
• SECOR-aligned safety systems
We are committed to implementing scalable, compliant food processing systems that support future wholesale and retail distribution growth.
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Community & Industry Engagement
Located in one of Alberta’s premier tourism destinations, we serve:
• 500+ campground sites
• 300 permanent cabin residents
• Seasonal tourism traffic exceeding 600,000 annual visitors
Our business supports:
• Local Alberta food suppliers
• Regional distributors
• Park-based tourism development
• Rural economic sustainability
We are passionate about collaborating with Alberta-based processors and producers to feature locally made products in our store and integrate regional ingredients into our menu and packaged goods.
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Vision for Growth
Through membership with the Alberta Food Processors Association, MAK ’n JAK aims to:
• Strengthen food safety and processing systems
• Explore co-packing and scaling opportunities
• Expand retail-ready packaged products
• Develop regional distribution partnerships
• Align with best practices in Alberta’s food manufacturing sector
We are building not just a restaurant — but a scalable Alberta food brand rooted in community, quality, and compliance.
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Contact
Murray A. Kumm
Owner & General Manager
MAK ’n JAK Food Services Ltd.
📞 403-409-4782
📧 murraykumm@maknjak.ca
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