Home pastry and cake orders

Locals ordering for birthdays, family gatherings and workplace morning teas, plus small cafes wanting a few extra lines.

Price per item, box or cake, with higher prices for custom designs and larger event orders. Pre-orders keep waste low.

• Baking and pastry technique
• Food safety habits
• Order planning and time management
• Basic photography for social media

• Food business registration with your local council, and any food safety supervisor or training requirements in your state
• Council approval for running a food business from home, and kitchen standards you may need to meet
• Allergen labelling and handling, which needs care
• Public liability and product liability insurance
• Register for an ABN, and check when GST registration applies

Estimates are typically around $1,000 to $5,000, depending on your equipment, ingredients, packaging and any kitchen upgrades or registration fees. Starting with pre-orders for a small menu can keep early spending lower.

Things to check include food business registration with your local council, any food safety supervisor or training requirements in your state, and council approval for a home food business. Also check allergen labelling, insurance, ABN and when GST registration applies.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $500 to $3,500, depending on how many orders you take and your prices. Plan for at least 8 hours a week, with more around busy times like birthdays and celebrations.