Gingerbread cookies are flour confectionery that many people love. A sweet product is made from specially prepared dough.
Also, the production of gingerbread with filling - honey, nut or other. There are a huge number of lovers of sweet treats. That is why the business idea, which provides for the production of gingerbread, is very successful.
Classification
Gingerbread products, which are currently produced in Russia, have more than a dozen species. The following gingerbread cookies are considered the most popular:
- glazed;
- Tula;
- decorated;
- with filling;
- classic.
Business idea
Cost-effective and very profitable is its own confectionery workshop, the main specialization of which is the production of gingerbread. To implement such a business idea, initial seed capital will be required, the size of which can vary from medium to large. At the first stage, it is important to choose the gingerbread recipe.
Indeed, the ability to produce a product unique and possessing a recognizable unsurpassed taste is the key to a leading position in this market. However, it is not always beneficial to spend time searching for individual recipes. Sometimes it’s enough to apply proven methods for preparing goodies by organizing the production of the most popular types of gingerbread.
The recipe for a popular product can be easily found in the recipe book or read on various resources. Common ingredients are: wheat flour, sugar-containing raw materials (sugar, molasses, honey), fats, baking powder, various spices, as well as filling (jam, jam).
Before the mass introduction of a new recipe, test batches should be made. Only when they passed a successful “test” among acquaintances, friends and relatives, delicious sweets are to be introduced into the business.
Organization of own business
A business involving the production of gingerbread, and then their implementation, requires the rental of premises for the production workshop. In addition, investments in necessary equipment will be needed.
When you open your own production in someone else's room, there is a certain risk. The landlord may terminate the contract at any time. In this case, a safety net is required. The lease agreement should stipulate the exact terms of its validity, so that, if necessary, have additional time for the transportation of equipment to the new workshop.
Sales
The demand for gingerbread products does not tend to decrease over time. On the contrary, there are more and more lovers of a sweet product, which is a traditional delicacy in Russia. That is why it is not worth worrying about how to sell finished products.
The main channels for the sale of not only gingerbread, but also any confectionery are retail outlets specializing in sales of food products. Sweets can be sold in small-sized stalls selling bakery products, as well as in grocery stores and supermarkets, grocery stores and market stalls. Interested in goods and wholesale buyers.
For any successful business, any distribution channel option will be good, because gingerbread cookies are an extremely demanded product. In this case, the reputation of the company will be an important success factor. The tastier the carrot will be, the more success you will achieve in your business.
Equipment
The technology for the production of gingerbread, regardless of the recipe used, consists of several stages. Initially, a batch of dough. After that, the filling is made.The next steps are the formation of gingerbread, baking the product, its cooling and packaging.
Equipment for the production of gingerbread is:
- mixer operator;
- dishes for the preparation of filling and syrup;
- digester;
- jigging machine;
- bake;
- drag coating drum;
- glazing machine;
- packing line.
In addition to the above, there are additional equipment. It can be purchased or rented. Additional equipment is a ventilation system, transport and a variety of small equipment. In addition, you will need overalls for staff.
Before buying the raw materials from which the sweet product will be produced, as well as the necessary equipment, you will need to correlate your financial capabilities with the assortment list, distribution channels, as well as the size of the leased premises. We also need the advice of an experienced specialist who can give advice and recommendations on business planning. It is required to approach the matter professionally, not hoping for luck or luck.
Business costs
To open the gingerbread production, investments will be needed, the amount of which will be approximately three million rubles. The amount is large enough, however, invested wisely, it will bring decent dividends. Initial capital is required for:
- purchase of equipment;
- repair of the premises;
- purchase of raw materials;
- purchase of additional equipment;
- recruitment;
- office equipment;
- payment of consultations and services of lawyers and technologists;
- registration of the organization.
With such an investment, the productivity of a production line in one shift will be five hundred kilograms of finished products. With the uninterrupted sale of confectionery products, financial investments will pay off in one and a half to two years.
