Starting a Sandwich - Coffee Bar

How to start and run a cafe business

About this Site

Welcome to the online version of "Starting and Running a sandwich - coffee bar". On this site, you can read the full text of "Starting and Running a Sandwich - Coffee Bar". This book covers all aspects of how to set up and run your own coffee and sandwich business, from planning and creating your own identity, hiring staff, sourcing suppliers, to the daily running of the shop. You can also sign up for our newsletter, or download the PDF version of the ebook from the online store.

About the Author

At the age of 42, former lawyer Stephen Miller opted for a career change and set up his own sandwich-coffee bar. Despite the challenges and hard work, he has found it very satisfying to set up and run his own business.

Chapter List

Acknowledgments
Planning Your Business 1. The New Market Place – Mainly Good News; 2. Assessing Your Suitability; 3. Doing Your Research; 4. The Legal Structure Of The Business; 5. Going Into Business With Friends; Going Into Business: Advice And Education;
Dealing With Your Professional Advisors Getting The Right People; Instructing A Solicitor; Instructing An Accountant; Using An Architect; Using A Surveyor; Approaching A Bank; Dealing With The Bank; Your Business Plan; Using An Insurance Broker; Understanding The Role Of The Environmental Health
Choosing Your Shop Unit What To Look For In A Particular Area; Is Market Research Appropriate?; Purchase Or Lease?; Getting To Know The Property; Empty Unit Or Going Concern?; What To Look For In A Particular Shop Unit;
Creating Your Own Identity Choosing A Name; Creating A Logo; An Artistic Theme; Using Professionals To Help You Produce An Image; Creating And Displaying Signs; Staff Image; Choosing Packaging; Producing Printed Menus; Selecting A Colour Scheme;
Bread And Butter Issues: Food And Drink, Staff And You Creating Your Sandwich List; Responding To Unexpected Events; Made To Order Or Made In Advance?; Buying In Pre-Prepared Sandwiches; A Word About Mayonnaise; Other Food And Drinks; Dealing With Left Over Sandwiches; Offering A Range Of Cold Drinks; Issues T
Suppliers Specialist Suppliers; Non-Food Items; Using A Cash And Carry; Buying From Supermarkets; Supplying Yourself;
Fitting Out And Equipping The Shop Timing Is Crucial; Shopfitters Versus Individual Tradespeople; Involving The Environmental Health Officer; Buying Equipment; Furniture And Fittings; Computers;
Staff And Day-To-Day Issues Employing Staff; Employment Law; Staff Handbook; Staff Meetings; Employing A Manager; Banking And Money Matters;
Food Hygiene And Health And Safety Food Hygiene; Areas Of Concern; Temperature Controls; Health And Safety; Labelling; Organic Food;
Getting Up And Running Before Opening; Creating Interest; Maintaining Momentum; Staff Training Days; Publicity Surrounding The Opening; After Opening; Introduce New Ideas; Holidays; Price Rises; Factors Affecting Trade; Increasing Your Income; Ordering Supplies; List Of Staff, C
Beyond The Basic Concept Outside Catering; Delivery Service For Individual Customers; Opening More Units; Empire Building; Becoming A Franchisor; Selling Non-Food Items; Supplying Other Sandwich Bars; Busking; Picnic/Packed Lunch Service; Developing A Delicatessen; Attending Exhib