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How To Open A Bakery With No Experience – 2024 by MichaelAdams01(m): 4:39pm On Oct 31, 2023
Ever dreamt of starting your bakery? If you constantly impress friends and family with your amazing cakes or excel at crafting delicious doughnuts, there's a chance to transform your skills into a full-fledged business.

The baked goods market is growing at 2% each year, and artisanal baked goods are going up by 5%, says the Craft Baker’s Association. This means there’s a big market for your baked treats. If you're okay with working hard (and don't mind starting early, which is usual in this job), having your own baked goods business could be a sweet deal for you. In this guide, we’ll show you how to open a bakery with no experience.

Steps To Start Open A Bakery

Business Plan
Writing a good Business Plan is super important—I can't stress that enough. Initially, I could manage without one. I know how I want my business, why bother writing it down, right? Wrong.

Especially in the first year, you'll find yourself turning to your plan more than you think. People—customers, friends, family—will throw lots of ideas at you. Some might be worth considering, even good ideas! But don't let everyone else's thoughts mess up your vision. I made the mistake of chasing too many different ideas and lost sight of my plan. Not only that, but I also lost money trying out these new ideas. Don't get me wrong—a business plan can evolve, and new ideas can be great additions, but having a roadmap to refer to is crucial.

If you're looking for a business loan, a business plan is a must. Investors want to see how you plan to make your business successful before they invest. They need to be convinced that you'll pay back the loan, and one way to do that is to show them you know what you're doing.

Experience
Oh boy, do I wish I'd worked in other bakeries before diving into my own! I graduated from culinary school, did an internship at a custom cake studio, and then, with a little nudge from my mom, opened "Sugar Momma’s Bake Shop" just like that.

It sounds crazy, right? I leaned on my mom's restaurant experience, but running a bakery has its own set of challenges. It's not just about custom cakes; it's about keeping the display case full and everything fresh. And those shrink logs? It's not something you usually deal with in most restaurants. Unlike restaurants where things are mostly made to order, in a bakery, you've got to tackle schedules, par lists, shrink lists, vendor lists, rotation, and inventory. These are things you learn best by doing. I got zero of this from school or my internship. Luckily, I had some fantastic employees who showed me the ropes.

Vendor Wisdom
Working in a bakery before starting one will also teach you service reps and higher quality products. Who knew you could score discounts by knowing your vendor competitors' prices? They want your business but don't just hand it to them. Be in the know and make them work for it. It'll save you a ton in the long run.

Plus, there's so much to learn from other people and their skills. If I could redo it, I'd spend some time in a production or specialty bakery to get the hang of things. You can learn a ton from both worlds—they're different—and then figure out what works best for you. Because, in the end, it's your business—make it work your way.

Moreover, if you have no experience then you can also open a brownie business from home. This way, you can go for a specific niche-based bakery business. Once you get the experience you can include more bakery items to your menu.

What Should I Do If I Don’t Have Experience?

Understand Basic Principles
Start by mastering the basics of baking. The world of baking can be pretty overwhelming with all the recipes, ingredients, and equipment floating around. It's easy to feel lost. This post is your guide to navigating through the maze of baking options, helping you figure out where to begin.
Baking basics are simple:

1. Baking is making cakes, bread, and cookies.
2. You use flour, water, and yeast.
3. There are three types of flour.
4. Water is crucial.
5. Yeast is a sleepy fungus.
6. Sugar adds sweetness.
7. Custom packaging

Above are the basic principles to remember when you have no experience in the baking business. Furthermore, it is suggested not to forget about the importance of packaging. For example, if your cakes are delicious then you must use cake printed boxes for their packaging.

Know The Basics Of Cooking
Cooking is like art and science. To be good, you need practice and patience. Learn the basics first. Otherwise, your food might be too dry or heavy, and your family won't enjoy it as much.

Find Location
Finding the right place for your bakery is tough. There are some rules, though. In many states, you can't cook for customers in a regular kitchen. So, starting a bakery at home and selling to people might not be okay.
Remember these during finding the right location:

1. Floors must be waterproof.
2. Need air conditioning and ventilation.
3. A separate room for dry stuff.
4. A changing room is good.
5. Must have a water supply.
6. Access to gas is important.
7. Can't be in a basement or semi-basement.
After thinking about these first things, check how close you are to competitors or busy areas with lots of people.

Advertising Plan
Many businesses can start advertising on social media for just a few dollars a month. Do this while waiting for permits and licenses. When setting up your business on social media, think of it as your main way to tell people about it.

Social media is the best way to market your new bakery. Connect with lots of people in your area and build a following before you open.

How Much Does It Cost To Open A Bakery
Opening a bakery costs money for equipment, materials, workers, and rent. Pastries sell well all year, so that's good. Look at how local bakeries do daily while learning. Costs vary by location, so check all the details.

Cost of opening a bakery
Licenses $1,000 – 2,000
Public utilities $1,000 – 2,000
Marketing Less than $1,000
Lease $1,000 – 3,500
Furniture $4,000 – 10,000
Staff $10,000 – 15,000
Design and Repair $5,000 – 30,000
Unexpected Expenses $5,000
Equipment $40,000 – 50,000
Total $67,500 appx.

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