Profitable Off-Premise Catering Company in Chittenden County Vermont

Vermont

Seller Financing Available

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Cash Flow:$450,000
Inventory:$21,000
Established Year:2003
Gross Revenue:$1,800,000
FF&E:$175,000
BUSINESS DESCRIPTION

This Catering Company is a 20-year-old, profitable, off-premise food and bar catering company in Northern, Vermont that has an outstanding reputation for professionalism and high-quality food and service.

Founded in 2003, the company has grown to become one of the premier event catering companies in Vermont. With two exclusive venues, an extensive corporate client base, excellent brand awareness, and a proven record of profits the Company is poised for future growth and success. Events include weddings, memorials, non-profit annual meetings, fundraisers, conferences, corporate receptions, corporate holiday parties as well as private jet catering. Virtually all of the weddings are at exclusive venues. Typical event size is 50 to 150 people, however, the Company has the capacity to cater for 1,000 people or more.

The Owner(s) are now ready to move into a new phase of their careers. After 20 years of running the Company, they are looking forward to exploring new professional opportunities and pursuing other personal interests. The Company has built a capable, professionally trained management team and over the past year, they have been able to be less involved in the day-to-day management of events and the business as a whole other than regular guidance, assistance and financial management.

The Company has seven full time employees, who have worked with the company between three and seven years. Additionally, there is a cohort of 50+ part-time, on-call employees, many who have worked between 2-10 years with the Company. The Company has experienced very low turnover against the industry average. With these focused employees, the Company will be able to be run very efficiently and profitably.


DETAILED INFORMATION
Location
Vermont
Inventory
Included in asking price
Employees
8
Furnitures, Fixture & Equipment(FF&E)
Included in Asking Price
Facilities
The business moved into a new facility in November of 2022. This facility includes about 2,500 square feet of kitchen, storage and office space. The kitchen includes two walk-in coolers, one walk-in freezer and significant cooking equipment. Front of house equipment includes service equipment, dishes, glassware and decor. The business also owns two high roof cargo vans (a 4wd Mercedes Sprinter and a 2wd Nissan NV) and a Ford Transit Connect. No significant capital expenditures are anticipated over the next three years.
Competition
Competitors include; Local Catering Companies, Chain Catering Services, Restaurant Catering Services, DIY Catering Options, Event Venues with In-house Catering, Online Food Delivery Platforms, Pop-up Caterers and Food Trucks: To effectively compete against these rivals, the Company can leverage its strengths such as its commitment to sustainability, professional planning, locally sourced ingredients, and community engagement. Additionally, continuously innovating menu offerings, expanding service options and maintaining competitive pricing.
Growth & Expansion
Current Owner(s) are not on-event managers, but new owners could expand the number of events contracted from inquiries that are currently turned away. Bar Catering: Expand as an addition for non-food events. Corporate Catering Packages: Reintroduce specialized catering packages tailored to corporate clients that was closed during the Pandemic. Delivery and Takeout Services: Expand delivery and takeout availability for individuals and private jet customers. Online Ordering Platform: Reintroduce an online ordering platform for drop-off catering.
Support & Training
The seller is willing to assist in a transition period for as long as needed. Commensurate compensation would be expected.
Reason for Selling
Pursue other interests after a long career growing and managing the Company
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