Niche Food Delivery/event Caterers For Sale

Description

NICHE HOME FOOD DELIVERY & EVENT CATERING BUSINESS FOR SALE IN EAST DEVONA unique opportunity to acquire a well-established home food delivery and event catering business operating throughout East Devon, primarily serving Exmouth and the surrounding areas. The current trading area keeps travel time to a minimum while offering excellent potential for future expansion.The business occupies a prominent edge-of-town location on a busy main road with strong vehicle and pedestrian traffic. The premises are easily accessible and surrounded by established residential neighbourhoods.The business operates from versatile production and storage premises extending to approximately 1,300 sq ft, comprising:* Reception area* Office* Commercial production kitchen* Main storeroom* Fridge and freezer room* Staff kitchen* Cloakroom facilities* Two private parking spacesThe premises offer additional development opportunities, including the potential to introduce a delicatessen or retail food operation. Rent is approximately £200 per week, with no business rates currently payable.The business has built an excellent reputation, supported by numerous five-star customer reviews. It currently operates primarily on Fridays and Saturdays, offering a high-quality Spanish-inspired menu for pre-booked home dining experiences with a minimum booking of six guests. All bookings are confirmed and paid for in advance.In addition to private dining, the business provides catering services for weddings and a wide range of private events, with the capacity to prepare and serve meals on-site for up to 250 guests. Advance bookings are regularly secured up to six months ahead.Financial ProfileAnnual turnover for 2025 was £62,943.Gross profit totalled £43,929, representing a gross profit margin of approximately 70%.Net profit is approaching £40,000 while operating only two days per week.The business also generates additional income through the sale of catering equipment and related products.There is significant scope for further growth through increased marketing, expanded operating hours, additional menu offerings, and wider geographical coverage. Very little advertising has been undertaken to date, with a large proportion of business generated through customer recommendations. The business benefits from no direct local competition, an established website, a valuable premium domain name, a registered trademark, and a comprehensive handover package for the new owner.