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How would you like to be your own boss – while doing what you love?

Starting a home-based catering business can be a flexible and rewarding way to take charge of your career.

Escoffier’s exclusive guide is here to help show what it could take to get started!

* Always consult with a professional advisor before creating a new business entity.

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What’s Inside?

If you love to cook and entertain and the idea of running your own business appeals to you, then starting a catering business right from your home could be worth considering. It can potentially be a flexible, lower-cost way to start a culinary enterprise that’s all your own!

But how can you get started? That’s where our guide comes in. It’s packed with tips and industry perspective that could help you:

  • Start small and smart – with potentially lower startup costs than a restaurant
  • Create a menu that showcases your creativity (and attracts paying clients!)
  • Navigate the essential permits and requirements that can help make it official
  • …and more!

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Can I really start a business from my own kitchen?

Rules may vary depending on where you live – but generally speaking, yes, it can be possible to grow a successful culinary business right in your own home!

This guide offers guidance on some of the key business decisions you may face as you begin your entrepreneurial journey – like how to:

  • Start a financial plan and keep expenses low
  • Cultivate good relationships with food vendors
  • Find, hire, and train staff to help your business thrive
  • Carve out your own culinary specialty

Your Kitchen, Your Business, Your Future

Starting a home-based catering business could give you the flexibility to start your very own venture while keeping your day job. Or it might replace your job!

And with the right plan, it might be more attainable than you think.

If you think you’re ready to take the first step on this journey, then download the guide today to start exploring!

What draws me to catering... is the fact that you’re a part of the big events in people’s lives. You’re a part of weddings, birthdays, bar mitzvahs... You get to see a lot of culture, a lot of changes, a lot of people’s big moments. Being a part of that is huge to me.”*
Mason snyder headshot MASON SNYDER
ESCOFFIER GRADUATE, “THE COWBOY CHEF,” Executive Chef at Feast Your Eyes Catering, competitor on Chefs vs. Wild on Hulu
*This information may not reflect every student's experience. Results and outcomes may be based on several factors such as geographical region or previous experience.

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