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Unlike most other food businesses, catering can be started with a small investment. Emphasis is on service and much of this service is performed on the client's premises. There is no rent involved, no "slow" nights, no hostile clients waiting impatiently for a table by the window.

Industrial, factory or warehouse areas are all good areas to set up your business. All you need is sufficient space to establish your store room and a small commercial kitchen - ideally between 70 and 150 square metres. Your clients will never see your office because you will be meeting them in their homes or places of business to plan their functions.

When starting your business you will need to pay careful attention to your pricing structure. It is essential to make enough money to make sure your business is successful. Our guide explains how to assess your business operations, how much you should charge for your services and how to make sure you are charging the right amount to cover your operating costs as well as generate a profit.

All this and much more is outlined in this guide. It investigates market potential, what to consider when choosing business premises and location, what equipment you will need, what to consider when it comes to costs and stock, how to effectively operate your business and the tax and legal issues you should be aware of.

Remember, not only is starting a business a major life-changing decision, it is also a major financial investment. As a result, you will need to make sure you are fully aware of the commitment you are about to make and what is involved.

This guide will help you to arm yourself with the appropriate information. Information that is accurate, up-to-date and applicable to your individual circumstances and show you how you can earn a decent living helping others have a great time.

Start planning early if you're going to prepare the food yourself. Be sure to test out new recipes ahead of time as you don't want to experiment on your guests!

Whether you're serving a six-course dinner or just entrees, try to plan lots of dishes that can be prepared ahead of time and then just pulled from the refrigerator, or heated and served. You don't want to spend the entire evening in the kitchen.

Whatever you prepare, be sure to have lots of it and keep platters refreshed so the food always looks abundant and appetizing, even to guests who arrive halfway through the party.

A fun dish making a comeback is the FONDUE! The 70's trend proved to be ideal for self-serve food that caters to just about everyone. If you don't have a fondue (and there isn't many that haven't got one in the cupboard) knick down to the local Op Shop and pick one up for a bargain that will entertain your guests and prove to be a valuable and entertaining talking point bringing back a flood of memories.

If all this seems like too much work then consider hiring a caterer. Australian Catering companies offer a wide range of food and services for any occasion.

If your guests are expected to bring their own drinks, let them know in the invitation. Don't forget the ice, you can never have too much ice at a party. Don't forget to add fresh fruit to your shopping list. Also consider making a punch or two; one alcoholic and one without.

Perth catering

All Seasons Catering - Perth's most flexible, competitive and reliable caterer. All Seasons Catering Established in 1986, All Seasons Catering has always had the aim of providing quality functions at an affordable price. Initially, All Seasons Catering operated primarily in the home party/function market, however in 1992 management took the decision to broaden the company's operations.

Their clients

Since that time All Seasons Catering has undergone a significant expansion in terms of its operational capability. The results have certainly vindicated the decision, to the extent that business and corporate functions now comprise approximately half of our day to day operations. Our corporate client list includes organisations such as Bankwest, Telstra, National Mutual, the University of Western Australia, Alinta Gas, the Commonwealth Bank, 6PR, MMM and McDonalds (yes, that McDonalds!) to name a few.

Their functions

All Seasons Catering's breadth of experience means we can take on any assignment with confidence, be it a cocktail party or a wedding with two hundred guests in a paddock somewhere beyond Burracoppin. We've done them all, business breakfasts and lunches. Private functions continue to be an important part of our business. Each year All Seasons Catering caters for many private functions, including weddings and engagements, anniversary parties and birthday parties.Whatever your occasion, be it a romantic dinner for two, or the World Triathlon Championship with over two thousand guests, with All Seasons Catering you can be confident of its success - we will make your special day a very special occasion.

Their service

As part of our personalised service, All Seasons Catering can provide individualised menus and if requested will come to discuss your requirements. All Seasons Catering prides itself on its flexibility and its commitment to providing a complete service. All Seasons Catering have the experience and capability to handle every aspect of your function, including:

- Arranging marquee or tent hire,

- Providing a comprehensive, first class decoration service,

- Provision of Perth's finest patisserie chefs.

With All Seasons Catering you can be assured of brilliant service and complete attention to detail, whatever the occasion.

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Benjamin's Catering Service: сorporate lunch catering and have a specialty in gingerbread houses, decorated & filled with lollies.

is operated by Benjamin Bramble, a qualified Chef de Cuisine, who has trained and worked in Canada and Bermuda before coming to Australia with the Hilton chain of hotels. In 1983, Benjamin began operating as a caterer to well-known multinational companies in Australia. In 1988, Benjamin further expanded his expertise to become a qualified patisserie chef.

Customer satisfaction through practicing quality principles has long been a passion for Benjamin and in 1997 he undertook additional training through the Australian Quality Council.

All food is prepared in a 5 star commercial kitchen licensed by the City of Whitehorse.

All employees hold current food handlers certificates.

All food delivered in refrigerated food transport vehicle.

Greg’s Mobile Catering: provides mobile catering services including spit roasts, finger foods, buffets and formal dinners.