Every body starting a bakery should always start with the business plan. That is stage zero before starting stage one.
This is like you dig the foundation of a building. You then move on to building your structure. (what you want to make)
You add the doors, (How much money), windows, (Is there a market for what you make)
and of course a roof (what equipment will I need).
Once you have the foundation, the walls, windows, doors and roof on you can then look for the equipment to make your products.
Now you have a business plan, you know what products to make and you now know what equipment will be needed to accomplish the production.
Now you can look for a space big enough to house that equipment.
At any time through these previous stages you can register as a business. Because you decided within the business plan whether you will be a Sole Proprietor, A Partnership or a Corporation. (Legal entity)
If you ned to check with an accountant or legal professional before you decide.
Once you are at the stage where you want to start on the building phase (bricks&mortor) You need to apply for a building permit which will involve your building plans. (phyical building drawings)
Then at that time register for your business license (Different from your legal entity)
Order your equipment to arrive when the building is finished.
Test the equipment.
Open your business and start earning money.
The Crusty Baker has been a professional baker for over 50 years, has opened several bakeries. Manager many more. Trained countless employees in baker production technigues. Operated manufacturing bread plants. Had a home based wedding cake business over the years and written a book on how to start a bakery.
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