Wisdom Institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology, Trichy

Certificate in Home-Based Food Business (CHBFB)

The Certificate in Home-Based Food Business (CHBFB) is a 6-month practical program designed for aspiring food entrepreneurs who want to turn their cooking passion into a profitable venture. The course covers everything from recipe development, food safety, and packaging to marketing, costing, and online selling. Learners gain hands-on knowledge of managing a home kitchen as a business and are guided through real success stories, enabling them to confidently start and scale their own food enterprise.

                        Course Curriculum
                        Module 1: Introduction to Home-Based Food Business

                                Overview of the food industry & home-based opportunities, Identifying niche & target market, Food entrepreneurship mindset, Success stories of home-based food ventures
                            
Module 2: Culinary Foundations for Home Kitchens

                                Essential cooking techniques & kitchen tools, Standard recipes for Indian snacks, sweets, and meals, Basics of bakery & confectionery, Packaging-ready food products (pickles, masalas, sauces, jams, baked items)
                            
Module 3: Food Safety, Hygiene & Regulations

                                Personal and kitchen hygiene standards, Food Safety & Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) rules for home businesses, Licensing & registration requirements, Allergen & nutritional awareness, Waste management & sustainability practices
                            
Module 4: Business Setup & Operations

                                Starting a home-based food business legally, Menu planning & portion control, Inventory management & cost control, Pricing strategies for profitability, Kitchen organization for small-scale operations
                            
Module 5: Marketing, Branding & Sales

                                Building a food brand identity (logo, packaging, storytelling), Social media marketing (Instagram, YouTube, WhatsApp groups), Online selling platforms (Swiggy, Zomato, Amazon, Shopify, Cloud kitchens), Customer service & retention strategies, Photography & presentation for food products
                            
Module 6: Financial & Growth Planning

                                Budgeting & bookkeeping for small businesses, Profit margin calculation & scaling strategies, Managing suppliers & logistics, Expansion pathways: from home kitchen → cloud kitchen → café/restaurant, Final project: Create a complete business plan for a chosen food product/service

Course Modules & Recipe Categories

1. Accompaniments (15+ recipes)

Dips & Sauces: Mint chutney, Tamarind chutney, Garlic mayo, Salsa, Hummus
Pickles & Preserves: Mango pickle, Lemon pickle, Kimchi
Breads & Sides: Chapati, Naan, Garlic bread, Pita bread

2. Starters & Appetizers (20+ recipes)

Indian Snacks: Samosa, Paneer tikka, Pakora, Dhokla
International Starters: Spring rolls, Nachos, Bruschetta, Dim sums
Street Food Favorites: Pani puri, Bhel puri, Kathi rolls

3. Vegetarian Main Course (20+ recipes)

Indian Classics: Paneer butter masala, Dal makhani, Veg biryani, Chole bhature
Regional Specialties: Avial, Baingan bharta, Undhiyu, Sarson ka saag
International Veg Dishes: Pasta, Lasagna, Veg fried rice, Thai curry

4. Non-Vegetarian Main Course (20+ recipes)

Indian Delicacies: Butter chicken, Chettinad chicken, Fish curry, Mutton rogan josh
Biryani & Rice Varieties: Hyderabadi chicken biryani, Prawn pulao
International Favorites: Grilled chicken, Lamb kebabs, Fish & chips

5. Desserts & Sweets (25+ recipes)

Indian Desserts: Gulab jamun, Rasmalai, Payasam, Mysore pak
Western Desserts: Brownies, Cheesecake, Tiramisu, Pancakes
Fusion Sweets: Chocolate samosa, mousse, halwa

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this course can start their own home-based catering services, tiffin businesses, or cooking units. They can also explore opportunities in cloud kitchens, food delivery platforms, packaged snacks, and homemade product sales. With the right niche, learners can grow into successful food entrepreneurs, café owners, or online food brand creators.

Placement Areas

Graduates can establish their own home-based catering, tiffin, or cooking unit. Opportunities also exist in cloud kitchens, packaged food production, cafés, and food delivery platforms. With digital tools, learners can expand into online food businesses and e-commerce markets.

Home-based catering & tiffin services
Cloud kitchens & food delivery platforms
Packaged snacks & ready-to-eat products
Small cafés, kiosks, and food stalls
Online food businesses & e-commerce platforms

Business Income Expectation

Income from a home-based food business can vary depending on niche, scale, and customer base. On average, small tiffin or bakery units can earn ₹30,000–₹60,000 per month, while well-managed cloud kitchens and packaged food brands can cross ₹1 lakh+ monthly. With consistent quality, marketing, and customer trust, earnings can grow into a sustainable and scalable business.

                        Course Details
                        Duration: 6 Months
Mode: Online / Hybrid (Practical Workshops + Online Classes)
Eligibility: Open to anyone with a passion for cooking (No prior culinary degree required)
Outcome: Ability to start, manage, and grow a profitable home-based food business with 100+ recipes and entrepreneurial skills
Fees: INR ₹15,000 – ₹40,000 (depending on mode & inclusions)
Certification: On successful completion of the course and assessments, learners will be awarded a grading-based certificate.

                    

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