Tashiro Food Service Warehouse

Phase 1 of the Las Cruces Public Schools’ Tashiro Operational Complex marks a major milestone in the district’s long-term plan to centralize and improve support services across the region. This newly constructed food service warehouse enhances the district’s capacity to efficiently manage food procurement, storage, and distribution to school kitchens throughout Las Cruces.

The facility is designed with operational efficiency and future scalability in mind. It includes a high-capacity dry storage area, equipment storage and repair zones, administrative office space, and multiple loading docks to streamline deliveries. Central to the facility are a walk-in freezer and refrigerator—each large enough to store full pallets and accommodate forklift operations—ensuring proper handling and preservation of food supplies.

Sustainability and innovation are key components of the project. A rooftop photovoltaic array helps offset the building’s energy use, while ten electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in the adjacent parking lot support the district’s shift toward a greener bus fleet.

This warehouse is a foundational piece of a broader vision for the Tashiro site, laying essential infrastructure for future phases and reinforcing the district’s commitment to operational excellence and environmental responsibility.