You'll discover proven strategies to attract clients, promote your business cost-effectively, and master essential networking skills that drive success. Our expert guidance covers everything from launching your venture and managing finances to expanding operations and building a talented team. Start a Catering Business is here to help.
Catering for Meals on Wheels
Help housebound people eat well while growing your catering business through Meals on Wheels services.
Finding Business Premises
Choosing the right location, size and licensing for your catering business premises takes careful planning and local authority checks.
Buying a Catering Franchise
Buying a catering franchise gives you an established business model and support, but you'll need to find the right one and secure funding first.
Reducing Energy Costs for a Catering Business
Commercial kitchens are among the most energy intensive business premises you can operate. Unlike an office or retail unit where lighting and heating make
Catering Trade Fairs: A Good Thing or a Bad Thing?
Weigh up the costs and benefits of catering trade fairs before committing time and money to attending or exhibiting.
Using a Recruitment Agency for Your Catering Staff
A recruitment agency's fees might cost more upfront, but could save you time and money compared to hiring catering staff yourself.
When a Business Split Means a Marriage Split as Well
Sue and Steve Simpkins built a catering business together, then watched their marriage crumble as work consumed everything they shared.
Budget Party Boxes
Help your catering business reach price-conscious customers with affordable party box delivery and simple, disposable service options.
Catering in a Guest House
Good food and friendly service can transform a guest house from basic accommodation into a destination that keeps visitors coming back.
Running a Seaside Cafe
Running a seaside cafe means ditching the tired chip-shop image and competing on quality, menu variety, and atmosphere.
Staff on Loan
Rent out your catering staff during quiet periods to boost revenue and keep your team employed year-round.
The Village Without Chips
A teashop owner fills a gap left by a closed chip van, bringing hot meals back to a village where elderly residents had nowhere else to turn.
Catering for Meals on Wheels
Help housebound people eat well while growing your catering business through Meals on Wheels services.