How To Start A Bakery In India?

For any aspiring chef, a food business of their own is like a dream come true. Having a menu made entirely by you, from the recipes to the garnishing, a business of their own is their life goal. And while having a big setup might sound strenuous and time taking, opening a small bakery is one step which you can take to bring out and define the entrepreneur in you.

Make a business plan for your bakery:

Having a blueprint of everything right from name to marketing plans will help you execute it efficiently as well as prepare for contingencies as well.

·             Decide a name:

One that not only conveys your products but also is catchy and brand able

·             Decide on the type of products you want to keep:

It can be anything from the conventional products like bread to pastry, to self-made recipe of some cookies or pies.

·             Decide on the type of services you are going to provide:

Ranging from counter services, home delivery or shop delivery, stalls and online, choose appropriately according to you budget and target location.

Analyse the market and competitor’s strategy:

Bakery is kind of business which grows over time. Increase in sales increases as your reputation grows.

• Make a menu for your items and plan how you will generate revenue from that.
• Analyse the products which are of more demand and less supply in market, or the ones which aren’t up to customer’s satisfaction.
• Calculate the market rates and the labour cost you have to give for hiring manpower.
• Set goals of your business plans and the line of product and services you want to include in the future

Decide the best location for setting your business:

• Research the areas of your city to find an ideal location for your bakery. It should be easily accessible for your potential clients.
• The setup should be big enough for having a spacious kitchen with all equipment, an adequately big dining area and an on-shop counter, along with facilities like parking, etc.
• Estimate the total manpower required according to the size of your business.
• Equipment and Raw Material: These include everything from kitchen equipment to cooling and refrigerants. Being perishable, the products have to be stored with care.

Licensing:

• The license can be applied online, on this website or through various agencies.  It is advised to get a five-year food license to avoid renewal fees every year.
• GST Registration can be done with help of a Charted Accountant.
• You can get the Municipal Corporation health license fee with the help of a local Municipal Health inspector.
• You can get the fire license after the installation of fire extinguisher cylinders.

 Marketing and Branding:

• Get a properly designed logo and display board from a professional designer. This will not only help you to create your own unique identity but will also help in your branding while packaging.
• Inform about the bakery through pamphlets, well-designed display board, social media, and writing blogs.
• Facebook pages and posts, online advertisement, websites and Apps can also help you get the fame needed to kick start your business.