Small-Batch tofu maker for local restaurants

Asian restaurants, cafes, vegetarian eateries, independent grocers and health food shops.

Wholesale price per block or per kilo on regular weekly orders, with a small premium for specialty lines like firm, silken or marinated tofu.

• Food production and hygiene
• Consistent recipe making
• Selling to local businesses
• Delivery planning

• Food business registration with your local council and any food safety supervisor or training requirements in your state
• Food labelling rules, including allergen labelling for soy, check Food Standards Australia New Zealand guidance
• Public liability and product liability insurance
• Cold storage and delivery, since fresh tofu has a short shelf life
• Checking any cost of a commercial kitchen hire or fit-out before committing

Estimates suggest startup costs are typically around $5,000 to $25,000, depending on equipment, commercial kitchen hire or fit-out, and packaging. Check the cost of kitchen hire or fit-out before you commit.

Estimates suggest monthly revenue is typically around $1,500 to $7,500, depending on how many restaurants, cafes and grocers you supply. The estimate assumes at least about 15 hours a week, including production and delivery.

Check food business registration with your local council and any food safety supervisor or training requirements in your state. Also check food labelling rules, including soy allergen labelling, plus insurance and cold storage for delivery.