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Start a Catering Business

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thechef Forums Member Joined: 22 Jul 2006 Posts: 2	#1 · Posted: 22 Jul 2006 01:50 I'm thinking of starting a home-based catering business. Can anybody tell me how much investment is required and also the basic requirements on getting started. Thanks.
Vishal P. Rao Joined: 23 Jun 2005 Posts: 1267	#2 · Posted: 23 Jul 2006 01:53 · Edited by: Vishal P. Rao According to various sources, you can start a home-based catering business with as little as $1000 to as much as $30,000 or even more. Most small-time caterers start with using their own kitchen and renting out equipments. This brings down the initial cost considerably. However, if you are confident about your abilities and talents, you can start with a professional kitchen and your own equipments. Here are some resources that will of help to you: Institutes and Programs ACFFAC Accredited Culinary Programs and Institutes List of colleges and universities offering culinary programs accredited by the American Culinary Federation Foundation Accrediting Commission. Associations American Culinary Federation International Association of Culinary Professionals National Association of Catering Executives Others catersource Provides education, support and products for the caterering industry. Books and Guides How to Start a Home-Based Catering Business by Denise Vivaldo Successful Catering: Managing the Catering Operation for Maximum Profit (The Food Service Professionals Guide, 12) by Sony Bode The Professional Caterer's Handbook: How to Open and Operate a Financially Successful Catering Business by Lora Arduser __________________ Please Support this Forum
thechef Forums Member Joined: 22 Jul 2006 Posts: 2	#3 · Posted: 25 Jul 2006 00:41 Thank you Vishal. That was very helpful. Any tips from those who have actually done it?

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