Food Service Start Up

This 12 session program is curated for entrepreneurship centres to run under their own banner. This program helps those who want to start a restaurant, food truck or catering business to get their businesses off the ground.

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testimonials

What they say

"What an amazing program!!! It has opened my eyes. And opened doors for my business!! Thank you so much for all of this knowledge. And wonderful connections."

Rebekah Moedt
Eleventeen Cocoa Beans

"Food Venture Accelerator has helped us increase sales, and learn what we needed to in order to become retail ready!"

Beckie P.
Beck's Broth

Why SBDC's and Other Training Organizations Choose FVA's Food Service Start Up Program?

Empower your community with Food Venture Accelerator’s live Food Service Startup Program. Designed for small business development centers, colleges, universities, and other entrepreneurship training organizations, this program, delivered in partnership with FVA, equips aspiring food entrepreneurs with actionable strategies to launch and grow thriving food service businesses, from food trucks to restaurants, with expert-led guidance and clarity.

Business Foundations

Students gain practical tools to craft a robust business plan, laying a strong foundation for success in the competitive food service industry while avoiding common pitfalls.

Operational Efficiency

Students learn proven strategies to streamline operations, from menu planning to staff management, optimizing processes for efficiency, cost savings, and sustainable business growth.

Regulatory Compliance

Students master essential food safety standards and local regulations, ensuring their business meets industry requirements with confidence and maintains compliance effortlessly.

Market Positioning

Students develop skills to create a compelling brand identity and marketing strategy, attracting loyal customers and standing out in diverse, competitive food service markets.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this program, entrepreneurs will:

  • Develop a comprehensive business plan tailored for launching a restaurant, food truck, or catering business, ensuring a clear roadmap for success.
  • Master food safety and compliance requirements, including local regulations and best practices, to operate a safe and legally compliant food service business.
  • Acquire skills in market research and location scouting to identify optimal business sites and target customers effectively.

Class 1

Class 2

Class 3

Class 4

Class 5

Class 6

Proof of Concept and Idea Feasibility

Value Proposition and Business Model Canvas

Market Research and Brand Strategy

Financial Feasibility and Planning

Circularity and Sustainability in food production

Menu Design

Class 7

Class 8

Class 9

Class 10

Class 11

Class 12

Food Safety and Sanitation

Digital Hospitality

Social Media Management

Culinary Tourism: Becoming a Tourist Destination

Food service sales

Panel Discussion

More Details

  • This is a live (never pre recorded) workshop held completely online via Zoom.
  • Each class is 2.5 hours in length and can run for any 12 days of your choosing at your preferred time.
  • The classes involve live question and answer periods as well as direct interaction between the cohort of entrepreneurs and the speakers.



Want to Take or Run this Program?

Our live programs are only offered via organizations across North America, including but not limited to:

  • Small Business Development Centers
  • Universities
  • Colleges

If you want to take this program individually, please email us, and we will connect you with the closest program or business center in your region.

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