I have perfect kitchen. I can cook like a gourmet chef. Our condo is in good location for potiential customers. My questions: How to start? Do I need a permit or license (Arlington, Virginia)? How to establish a web site? How to hire a delivery driver?
Thank you
Start by baking a basketful of muffins and cookies. Visit the local office buildings. The receptionist will announce "The bakery lady is here" and everyone will come to the lobby. You can make a good living doing this.
To do it on a bigger scale, visit local wedding dress shops and tell them what you are offering. Then visit all the wedding "sites" and tell them that you are available on short notice in case anyone cancels at the last minute ( it happens a lot).
You will deliver by yourself in the early days. Don’t buy or rent a truck. Don’t hire a driver; you have to be ready to deliver yourself. The first time a "hired" driver shows up 2 hours late, you will understand.
The city does not care about licenses or permits in the beginning. They are pretty understanding unless you are bothering your neighbors with hundreds of delivery people bringing ingredients to your condo. Later you can register with the city. Probably a $40 license fee. The County Health Department will send you a list of their guidelines which are simple.
Yahoo can help you set up a website for cheap.
Start by baking a basketful of muffins and cookies. Visit the local office buildings. The receptionist will announce "The bakery lady is here" and everyone will come to the lobby. You can make a good living doing this.
To do it on a bigger scale, visit local wedding dress shops and tell them what you are offering. Then visit all the wedding "sites" and tell them that you are available on short notice in case anyone cancels at the last minute ( it happens a lot).
You will deliver by yourself in the early days. Don’t buy or rent a truck. Don’t hire a driver; you have to be ready to deliver yourself. The first time a "hired" driver shows up 2 hours late, you will understand.
The city does not care about licenses or permits in the beginning. They are pretty understanding unless you are bothering your neighbors with hundreds of delivery people bringing ingredients to your condo. Later you can register with the city. Probably a $40 license fee. The County Health Department will send you a list of their guidelines which are simple.
Yahoo can help you set up a website for cheap.
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