Immaculate Sandwich Bar in Buckinghamshire
Situated in a parade, main road trading position, commercial area, near station, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE. The sales currently averages £6,000 p.w.- £8,000 p.w. Gross profit 65%
Immaculate Café in South Wales
Occupying a sweeping corner position, excellent trading position, residential and commercial area, SOUTH WALES. The sales currently averages £4,700 p.w. with a Gross profit of 73% approx. (slight online sales)
Chinese Takeaway in Dulwich
Situated in a Parade, main road trading position, residential and commercial area, Dulwich, LONDON, SE21. The sales when trading £3,500 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx.
Kebab and Chicken Shop in Romford
Situated in a parade, excellent main road trading position, residential, office and commercial area, ROMFORD, ESSEX. WE UNDERSTAND the business enjoys a good turnover, full details will be discussed upon inspection.
Well Established Indian Takeaway in East Sussex
Situated in a Parade, excellent High Street trading position, residential, office and commercial area, East Sussex. The sales currently averages £2,400 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx.
Cafe Bar in Middlesex
Occupying a corner position, main road trading position, residential area, Middlesex. The sales currently averages £2,500 / £3,000 p.w. (Café £2,000 per week) (10% via portals)
Attractive Indian Restaurant in Gloucestershire
Situated in a parade, busy road, GLOUCESTERSHIRE. The sales currently averages £2,500 - £3,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx. (10% via portals)
Modern Indian Restaurant in South London
Situated in a parade, busy trading position, densely populated residential area, SE LONDON. The sales currently averages £2,000 p.w. with a gross profit of 60% approx.
Spacious Italian Restaurant in Matlock
Excellent trading position, sought after MATLOCK, DERBYSHIRE. WE ARE INFORMED the turnover is in the region of £5,500/£6,000 p.w. in our opinion offering tremendous potential for further increase in the right hands.
Well Fitted Chicken Shop in East London
Situated in a Parade, excellent trading position, residential, office and commercial area, East London. The sales currently averages £4,500 - £5,000 p.w. with a Gross profit of 65% approx. (£1,000 via Portals)
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1. What does a Catering Business typically offer?
Catering businesses usually provide event catering, corporate catering, private dining, buffets, mobile units, street‑food services, and contract‑based food provision.
2. How profitable are Catering Businesses?
Typical annual turnover ranges from £40,000 to £300,000+, depending on contracts, event volume, cuisine type, staffing, and equipment. Margins are strongest on corporate and repeat‑booking clients.
3. Who are the main customers for Catering Businesses?
Customers include corporate clients, wedding parties, private events, schools, charities, festivals, and households seeking high‑quality food for special occasions.
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