This work teaches by example, through the sucesses and failures of other independent caterers. It includes practical worksheets for preparing job estimates, profit-and-loss statements, balance sheets, cash receipts journals and other accounting tasks. It also provides information on obtaining loans, establishing credit and effectively using associations and other organizations. Richards covers catering opportunities, starting and equipping the business, working with money, keeping good records, getting and keeping customers, increasing profits and expanding the business.
