Starting a cake business from home can be a rewarding and lucrative venture, but it also comes with some legal and practical requirements that you need to know and follow. In this video, I will guide you through the essential steps you need to take to register your food business, get the necessary permits and licences, obtain certification and training, prepare for an environmental health visit, and handle taxes and insurances.
By the end of this video, you will have a clear understanding of what you need to do to start your cake business legally and safely. In future Cake Business 101 tutorials you will also learn some tips and best practices to make your cake business successful and profitable.
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Links:
(1) Food business registration - GOV.UK.
https://www.gov.uk/food-business-registration
(2) Set up a business - GOV.UK.
https://www.gov.uk/set-up-business
(3) Selling Cakes From Home | UK Regulations & Business Advice.
https://www.highspeedtraining.co.uk/hub/food-hygiene-certificate-for-home-baking/
(4) Advice on Preparing Cakes at home.
https://www.lbhf.gov.uk/sites/default/files/section_attachments/cake_makers_guidance.pdf
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