Before you start a cookie business, make sure you have a desirable
product that will be able to compete with both the giant cookie companies and
the people who just like to bake their cookies at home. Pick a specific
niche market rather than trying to appeal to everyone. If you can stand out
from your competition, you can do well in the cookie business.
The permits and licenses you'll need will depend on where your business
operates and what type of food products you are selling. Each state has its own
requirements. Your kitchen will be required to pass an inspection by the Board
of Health. Upon approval, they will license you. You may also be required to
maintain a standard recipe for product labeling purposes.
Quincella Geiger has operated her own baking business from home for 20
years. What started as a hobby turned into a serious income-producing full-time
baking business, also including gourmet gifts.
Quincella has put together a very user-friendly guide that begins with
start-up process. She also includes helpful resources for finding equipment and
supplies and a simple and easy to follow business plan (can it get any easier?).
Understanding
that many people share the same love of baking - yet may need advice when it
comes to business, she provides really helpful information to entrepreneurs.