Catering 101: How To Start a Catering Business

Catering 101 is a practical, hands-on course designed to help aspiring and current food entrepreneurs launch or grow a successful catering business. Offered by the Small Business Center (SBC), this course covers the essentials—from menu planning and pricing to food safety, licensing, marketing, and client experience. Participants will gain the foundational knowledge and tools needed to confidently operate and scale a catering business while delivering exceptional service.