This is how much it costs to start a cafe
Jan 29, 2023
Starting your own café can be a dream for many, but it is important to know what it really costs before investing money and time. Here we have collected all the information needed to help you assess the costs of starting your own cafe.
It costs between SEK 250,000 and SEK 3 million to start a café, depending on the type of café you want to open. Food trucks, kiosks and coffee stands can cost between 250,000 and 750,000 kroner, but some smaller coffee stands have started with as little as 50,000 kroner. Traditional cafes with seating, however, require close to SEK 800,000. The size of the premises is a decisive factor, as higher leases are required for larger places and more for the interior and staff.
Premises and equipment
One of the biggest costs of starting a café is finding and renting premises. The price of a premises varies depending on its location, size and availability of space. You should expect to pay between 10,000 and 50,000 kroner a month for a premises, depending on these factors.
Once you've found a venue, it's time to buy all the equipment you need. This includes everything from coffee machines and refrigerators to chairs and tables. It is easy to count on a cost of SEK 100,000 or more to buy in all the equipment you need.
Stock and raw materials
To run a cafe, you also need to have a stock of raw materials. This includes everything from coffee and tea to bread and cookies. You should expect a cost of 10,000 to 20,000 kroner a month to keep your stock well stocked.
Staff
A cafe is not a one-man show, and you need to hire staff to keep everything running. You need to hire one or two baristas, a chef if you plan to serve food. You should calculate how much will go to wages and employer contributions and taxes.
Marketing and advertising
To make your cafe stand out and attract customers, it is important to have a strong marketing strategy. You should expect a cost of 5,000 to 10,000 kroner a month for marketing and advertising.
Costs of raw materials
When running a cafe, one of the biggest costs is the cost of raw materials. These include foods such as coffee, tea, milk, sugar and pastries as well as drinks and fruit. To ensure a high quality of the products and a good taste, it is important to choose raw materials from reliable and high-quality suppliers. The price of raw materials can vary depending on the season, region and supplier, so it is important to compare prices and choose a supplier carefully.
There are several ways to reduce the cost of raw materials. One way is to include seasonal ingredients in the menu, such as strawberries in the summer and cinnamon buns during Christmas. Another way is to choose alternatives to expensive ingredients, such as using oatmeal instead of almond flour in baked goods.
Other expenses
In addition to the cost of raw materials, there are many other costs that must be considered when starting a cafe. These include premises rent, furniture, equipment, marketing, staff and insurance. To keep costs down, it is important to plan carefully and choose products and services with care.
Another important factor to consider is tax rules and fees. It is important to find out which rules and fees apply to your business and plan for them in the budget.
Summary
The costs of starting a cafe are extensive and include costs for raw materials, premises rent, furniture, equipment, marketing, staff and insurance. To keep costs down and ensure a profitable business, it is important to plan carefully and choose products and services with care.
