Everything you wanted to know about starting a Food and Drink Business

Do you like to dabble in the kitchen? Maybe you have some family recipes that you would like to share with the public? Are you the next Michel Roux?

Starting your own food and drink business can be daunting due to the challenges that can arise.

If you've ever wanted to start a business, our brand-new workshop will cover everything you need to know to turn your passion into your own business.

The workshop is being delivered by industry experts with a track record in results to help you understand the legal requirements you have to consider, along with licensing, financial planning and marketing.

Topics covered:

· Compliance

· Food Safety Management – what you will need to put in place

· Registering with the local authority

· Health and Safety - What you will need to put in place

· Licensing what you will need and your responsibilities

· Planning & Statutory Inspections

· Financial Planning and responsibilities

· Operating costs to consider

· Insurances

· Marketing

· Business Development, branding and social media

We've already helped individuals successfully take their cooking from the kitchen to the customer. Find out more about the business journeys of Gwafuvegan and Little Sri Lankan.

Places in this workshop are limited to allow a more personalised approach, so book now to avoid missing out.

Bio of Deliverers:

Sarah Peet
Sarah has over 30 years of experience in the hospitality and food industry. She has launched and managed over 50 restaurants in the UK and internationally. Career highlights include being a key member of the opening teams for major brands like Planet Hollywood Restaurants and Living Ventures. Sarah's expertise includes training, operations, and recruitment. She has also owned and operated her own restaurant and training business. Currently, Sarah serves as a Non-Executive Director for a hospitality marketing company.

Tara Heppell
Tara Heppell has over 20 years of experience in the UK hospitality industry, working with renowned brands such as Revolution, Stonegate, Living Ventures, and Drake & Morgan. She continues working with Living Ventures, managing two premium brands, including the well-known Australasia. Tara's expertise spans in-house operations, business development, sales, events, brand management, and marketing. Her passion lies in food and drink, and she is dedicated to helping businesses grow. She understands that nurturing strong customer relationships is critical to long-term success in the hospitality sector.

As this workshop is fully-funded, businesses are subject to funders' eligibility criteria. If your place is confirmed, you will receive an email from us with further details.

• Greater Manchester Clients Only
• Micro business, small and medium-sized enterprise, or large business.
• It is strictly for people who have not started a business or have not registered a business and are in the early or idea stage of starting a food and beverage business
• Please note this workshop is only elgibible for clients who have not previously received any prestart support from the business growth hub

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