1484 days ago

Beginners guide to setting up your food business from home

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

DO YOU HAVE A DREAM TO OPEN YOUR OWN FOOD BUSINESS?

People go into business for a variety of reasons. Some want to provide employment for themselves, while others are motivated by the challenge of being their own boss. The hospitality industry is an attractive investment as it can have comparatively low start-up costs. It is also enticing because eating and drinking is something that we do every day and therefore it makes everyone an expert!

Some essential characteristics
- A genuine desire to make people feel welcome
- Being good company with a generous and giving nature
- Relentless attention to detail.
- Being knowledgeable, curious and enthusiastic about your product
- A willingness to anticipate customers’ needs

Course Outline
This course looks at how to turn your dream into reality and understand better, how to work methodically through the requirements.
We look at key information regarding the setup of a kitchen in your home.
Starting with important information from Auckland Council, or your local council and working through the approval process.
We will talk about
Food control plans
Farmer's markets, night markets
Small activations
Pop-ups

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5 days ago

Poll: Should employees be able to work from home?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

At the post-Cabinet press conference, the National Party asserted they want public sector staff to return to the office. This has opened a conversation about other sectors in New Zealand who have adopted working from home (WFH).

Where possible, do you think employees should be able to work from home? Vote below and share your thoughts in the comments.

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Should employees be able to work from home?
  • 71.4% Yes
    71.4% Complete
  • 25.5% No
    25.5% Complete
  • 3.1% Other - I'll share below
    3.1% Complete
2342 votes
4 days ago

Poll: What special qualities should a 5-star New Zealand airport hotel at our largest international airport have?

Pullman Novotel

Te Arikinui Pullman Auckland Airport is New Zealand’s only 5-star airport hotel, given its incredibly close proximity to the airport, the convenience of walking to the airport is a major highlight but there are plenty of other features that make it special. Find out more

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What special qualities should a 5-star New Zealand airport hotel at our largest international airport have?
  • 3.9% Unmatched runway views with a private lounge
    3.9% Complete
  • 46.5% Exceptional service from arrival to departure
    46.5% Complete
  • 4.7% Gourmet dining featuring New Zealand's finest, celebrating Te Ao Māori kai
    4.7% Complete
  • 38.8% A soundproof oasis with all desired amenities
    38.8% Complete
  • 6.2% Māori culture reflected throughout, creating an architectural marvel
    6.2% Complete
129 votes
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3 hours ago

Moving boxes

Adriel from Beach Haven

Hey Everyone

Just checking if anyone has some moving boxes.

Thanks

Adriel