Are you planning to open a bakery? Above all, it is important to know that this type of investment requires time and a considerable budget, mainly on the purchase of equipment, but also on the layout of your shop. However, starting a bakery not only involves the acquisition of equipment, but also requires certain steps that should not be neglected, which are essential to open your shop.
What does it take to open a bakery?
Practicing an activity such as baking is not an easy business, not only economically, but also in terms of training. It is compulsory that at least one member of staff has a professional qualification as a baker, whether it is the owner himself or one of his employees.
In terms of training, the best known is certainly the CAP baker’s qualification. The training lasts two years and enables the staff to obtain the qualifications required to make bread and pastries in accordance with the rules of the trade and in compliance with the required quality, safety and hygiene standards. Once the certificate has been obtained, the candidate can continue his apprenticeship by passing an additional year’s mention to specialise and strengthen his skills. It is also possible to continue towards a professional baker’s certificate whose training lasts two years.
After the training, the definition of the project is the final step not to be forgotten. Without having completed this stage, you will not be able to start anything. The definition of the project consists of choosing the name of your sign, your logo and your colours. It will also be the moment to define precisely which products will be offered. The definition of the project will be the moment to consult each other about the decoration and the interior atmosphere that you will develop.
To open a bakery, the location is a fundamental element in the success of the project, the life and survival of the establishment. The location will guarantee or not the flow of products and ensure the return on investment. To find the ideal location, a market study should be carried out to analyse the feasibility of your project in relation to the location, the presence of a possible competitor nearby and the profile of the customers and their average basket. By doing so, you will have a better vision of your project on the long term and will be able to have all the necessary information before you settle down definitively.
Once you have done your market research, it is time to move on to an equally important step, the acquisition of equipment for the bakery’s laboratory layout. In order to create a layout that suits your needs and budget, do not hesitate to contact a bakery layout professional who can advise you. It should be noted that this step will represent the biggest part of your budget.
