Find us elsewhere
Join Now Member Login

Starting a small catering business. Comments please?

 
New Topic
Post Reply
Follow Topic
« Prev Page of 3 Next »
  • Author
  • Message
 
profits4idiots

posts: 20

Feb 02, 2009 1:05 AM ET    Quote  Report Abuse
Points: 0   Vote
As mentioned by the other posters before me, research is very important. If you think the workers would benefit a lot from the business you intend to put up, then by all means go for it. If you see that they bring their own food, look for another business idea.


-------------------------

Paul Benavides
Business writer / dreamer
Learning business ideas through communication
Profits4Idiots
Jmes

posts: 98

Feb 02, 2009 3:13 AM ET    Quote  Report Abuse
Points: 0   Vote
Indeed
Though as I previously stated, this is merely an idea.
I did a bit of a research though, and I found several such businesses in my area, but only 1 in a large office complex not far from where one of my friends live and work. I`m currently looking further into a business there
Thank you all for your comments

Jmes



-------------------------

My LookupPage

WebJunky

posts: 549

Feb 02, 2009 11:14 AM ET    Quote  Report Abuse
Points: 0   Vote
also think of a way of offering a twist that no one else does. . . .  if your clients know that your services will come with an element of surprise that might help a bit in terms of retaining business.  be different in some way by adding unexpected value is my point

-------------------------

The Extra Money Blog
Make Extra Money Online - Paid Surveys
File an Airline Complaint - Sue the Airline
Dubai Information
Accounts Receivable Factoring
Structured Settlements
Raw Food for Dogs
Care of Bamboo Plants
shopartist

posts: 2

Feb 08, 2009 6:15 PM ET    Quote  Report Abuse
Points: 0   Vote
I agree with the idea of a catering truck that visits the businesses.  I used to work where the truck came around and you should have seen the workers gathered around.  It was just faster and easier for the employees than to run to the nearest fast food place.  After a while fast food starts to get old.
He carried sandwhiches for breakfast and lunch.  I can`t remember what he all had, but you can probably come up with the basic menu appreciated by hard working people who thinks of this as a change of pace and a little break in the day to day routine.
Hope this helps
 
yankaj

posts: 4

Jul 26, 2010 6:59 AM ET    Quote  Report Abuse
Points: 0   Vote

Hi there. I'm Yanka, a Professional Caterer.

I know this is a late reply but I believe this may be of help to others who are starting up a catering business.

Check this guide. This was what I used at that time I started out my business. It paid off and I am happy with my success now.

MikeSchultz

posts: 1

Oct 25, 2010 9:53 AM ET    Quote  Report Abuse
Points: 0   Vote

I would recommend you start up a small catering business. It would really be a good investment.

Businessguy

posts: 11

Oct 26, 2010 4:14 PM ET    Quote  Report Abuse
Points: 0   Vote

It would be a good idea if you partner up with someone who has experience in the catering industry

howtofranchise

posts: 22

Oct 30, 2010 5:46 AM ET    Quote  Report Abuse
Points: 0   Vote

catering business really rocks nowadays in whole world. Its among those business which never get lacking of business. So I would say starting catering business is awesome idea.

Also you can think about food catering franchise business too.

steers

posts: 49

Oct 30, 2010 7:52 PM ET    Quote  Report Abuse
Points: 0   Vote

If your passion is about food, no wonder you'll be successful in catering business. Well who doesn't love to eat anyway? :) But yeah, it's good to start from small and franchising is an ideal one if you already want a business with name already.



-------------------------

We provide Google Adwords | Web Design Sydney
Recent Clients: Sydney Plumbers | Primrose Supplements
Johhny

posts: 6

Nov 02, 2010 5:24 AM ET    Quote  Report Abuse
Points: 0   Vote

Catering Business is the best business in all over the world because people loves eating quality food. If you providing the best to them so your business will grow fast because for marketing catering business viral marketing is really important because if one person like your food he will refer atleast five persons and then one will surely try you.

« Prev Page of 3 Next »
Post Reply
 
.
Advertisement

Keep the Community Clean!

  • StartupNation forums should be used as a platform to learn, educate others, share stories, tips & tricks and to provide constructive feedback.
  • Please do not use the Forums for advertising & blatant self-promotion.
  • Please be respectful to other members and refrain from personal attacks and vulgar language.
  • StartupNation reserves the right to delete any message, reply, and/or member who violates our terms of use.
Read full terms of use
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement