How to Launch a Food Service Business: In a Nutshell
How to Launch a Food Service Business: From Spark to Start is a step-by-step series that walks participants through the process of turning a food business idea into reality—from the initial concept all the way through obtaining a certificate of occupancy.
This series is ideal for individuals interested in:
- Opening a restaurant or café
- Starting a food truck
- Launching a catering business
- Beginning a bakery or home-based food business
- Exploring other food service or value-added food ventures
Each session provides practical, actionable guidance to help participants understand the real steps required to successfully start and operate a food business. The first session provides a big-picture overview, followed by five additional sessions that dive deeper into key startup fundamentals.
These sessions are all Online and the times are all 6 pm to 7:30 pm
Part 1: July 7th: Setting the Stage: Food Service Businesses in a Nutshell
Part 2: July 14th: Foundations of Launching a Food Service Business
Part 3: July 21st: Different Types of Food Service Businesses & Requirements
Part 4: July 28th: Menu Development and Food Costs
Part 5: August 4th: Operations and Systems
Part 6: August 11th: Preparations for Certificate of Occupancy
This webinar series is hosted by the Cape Fear Community College Small Business Center (SBC).
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