Catering service business
You may begin your own catering service
business, which can be financially rewarding and enjoyable. You may do this
business in a full or part time basis because events that you may cater may
vary from the service they will get from you. In this kind of business,
opportunities are very great and there are a lot more benefits that you may not
expect.
Every catered occasion can be a new
experience to meet different kinds of people from all lifestyles. It is
important that you have the stamina and the ability to work under pressure
because of the demanding work that awaits you. You may need the help of some
friends first before you may hire employees who are experienced in this kind of
field.
It is a requirement for a catering business
to have a license to operate like those permits that are issued to food
establishments that have also catering services as well. Catering services are
inspected by the Board of Health to see if they have the right materials and
the capacity to prepare and handle food that is safe to the public.
You may get your license at the local HealthDepartment. You have to apply first before you obtain the permit to operate a
business catering service. An inspection will be needed to check if you will
pass the food sanitation requirements. After you have acquired your license,
there will be regular check-up routines to ensure that you will sustain
cleanliness and sanitation of your catering service.
There are states that require a catering
service must have a separate area for the food operation and the kitchen
facility of the house. This is important because they will not issue a license
if you have a set up wherein they may see food sanitation is not your priority.
If you want to remodel the set up, you must pass the plans and remodeled
features to the Health Department for confirmation that you are following the
required construction to your home facilities and to your food operation area.
It is important to target your market in this
business if you are given the permit to operate already. Know your competition
and be aware of their strengths and weaknesses. If you are stable with your
finances, you may hire applicants that are experienced in this kind of
business.