This ‘Food Starter Programme’ is a short blended programme consisting of 1 full day (09:30 - 17:00) & 2 half days (09:30 - 13:00). It will cover everything from an overview of the Irish food sector to the specifics of starting a food production business.

The objective is to provide the participants with a base knowledge of what is involved in setting up a food business. The content is designed to provide you with information which will allow you to avoid the pit falls normally associated with this journey. (The programme content assumes you have the required business knowledge to run your enterprise e.g. you must already understand the basics of setting up a business, tax compliance rules, creating a business plan etc.)

While certain aspects of the programme are relevant to those setting up cafes/restaurants, the core programme content is designed for those producing food to be sold through third parties i.e. food producers.

For those considering applying for the Food Academy Programme in the future, this programme will provide an excellent opportunity to boost your chances of securing a place.

The next programme will be run by LEO Dublin City on 11th, 18th, and 25th June 2024

Workshop Timing

 11^th June –  09.30 – 17.00 Full day session in Spade Enterprise Centre, North King Street, Smithfield, Dublin 7, D07 CX22

18^th June – 09.30 to 13.00 via Zoom

 25^th June – 09.30 to 13.00 via Zoom

Price

€100

The Trainers

This programme is run by James Burke & Associates who have a wealth of industry experience in both the retail and food service sectors.