A GUIDE TO STARTING YOUR OWN CHOCOLATE FOUNTAIN RENTAL BUSINESS - MAKE MONEY NOW WITH A COMMERCIAL CHOCOLATE FOUNTAIN

                                                   

WORK FOR YOURSELF!!

Have you dreamed about becoming your own boss and understand that starting a chocolate fountain business is a fun (and delicious!) way to make this a reality!!

MAKE MORE MONEY!!

Are you a hotel, restaurant, coffee shop, candy store, B&B owner or professional caterer who is ready to reap the huge potnetial profit of renting chocolate fountains!!


A chocolate fountain rental business is a great way to start a catering business or augment an existing one. Chocolate fountains are one of the most requested features for wedding parties and other special events.

The chocolate fountain, when operating, looks like a three-tiered chocolate wedding cake (and it smells wonderful!!). The warm chocolate fondue cascades over the tiers creating a chocolate "waterfall" in which delicious treats like strawberries & marshmallows can be dipped.



Chocolate fountains are in big demand at:

Weddings
Engagement parties
Rehearsal dinners
Bar Mitzvahs
Birthday celebrations
Anniversary parties
Bridal & Baby showers
Dinner parties
Dessert buffets
Grand openings
Trade shows
Open houses
Graduation parties
Holiday celebrations
Children’s parties
and many other various functions!!

In fact, the chocolate fountain can be used at just about any event where you are looking to amaze guests, attract attention, or make a truly memorable impression.

Chocolate fountains are the latest money making opportunity for any entrepreneur already in or considering entering the banquet, food service, catering or equipment rental business.

As a stand alone business, chocolate fountain rentals can begin generating an income and return your investment within weeks!!

Sarah's Sweet Fountains is here to help you suceed with your new business and we have everything you need to get started!

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INCREASE YOUR REVENUE!

Upgrade your catering or party rental business...or start your own chocolate fountain rental business.

It’s easy, it’s fun, and it’s profitable.

Many companies and individuals have already discovered the impact that this can make to your bottom line, and you can too.

Most chocolate fountains pay for themselves with only a handful of rentals, see how a commercial chocolate fountain can increase your profit potential:

Catered events per month:

6 x per month = $36,000 per year
8 x per month = $48,000 per year
12 x per month = $72,000 per year

Not only will a chocolate fountain generate excellent profit, it will also help you establish a much larger customer base, and give you a head start on your competition! Due to the high demand for chocolate fountains at catered events, your competitors either already have, or soon will offer their customers a Chocolate Fountain.

Don't be caught having to turn away business!

Join the thousands of caterers, chefs, country clubs, hotels, reception centers, bed & breakfasts, wedding planners, rental agencies and restaurants who have incorporated the chocolate fountain into their business, creating a whole new source of revenue!

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HERE ARE A FEW TOOLS, TIPS AND IDEAS TO PREPARE YOU FOR SUCCESS WITH YOUR CHOCOLATE FOUNTAIN RENTAL BUSINESS...

FIRST AND FOREMOST:  Plan, prepare and research!!!

Search on line to see what other chocolate fountain providers are doing in your area and across the country.   It never hurts to “check out” the competition.  It will give you some ideas as to where to start, what others are charging and how to formulate your own business plan. 

What size chocolate fountain(s) will you offer?
What services will you provide?
What kind of packages will you offer?
What will you charge?
Will you send an attendant to each event?
Will you offer DIY service?

There are a lot of variables to consider.   The easiest way to access this information is to go to a major search engine on the web, such as Google, Yahoo or MSN and type in “Chocolate Fountains” and a good many of them will come up for your exploration.

We also recommend calling your local health department. Explain to them what you are planning to do and see what their requirements are for this type of business.  It is always better to be safe than sorry in situations like this, so we suggest calling before you get started.  You can call on a “no name” basis to receive this information.


HOW TO MARKET YOUR CHOCOLATE FOUNTAIN BUSINESS

Look for upcoming local Bridal shows and register to be an exhibitor!  This is a sure way to obtain immediate exposure and begin gathering bookings for the upcoming year.  Chocolate fountains are always a HUGE success at these events, be prepared to hit the ground running!!

We also recommend going to florists, bridal shops, tuxedo rental shops, party planners, photographers and bakeries in your area and leaving marketing materials with them, letting their customers know that you can provide the chocolate fountain! You may even consider offering a small referral fee to these businesses as an incentive.

Local businesses, galleries, colleges, banks, libraries, your local chamber of commerce also make great customers –– these are all places that have events celebrating everything from “Back to School Night” to “Customer Appreciation Day”!  They will be delighted to have this great and delicious conversation piece at their upcoming events.

Contact your local banquet halls, hotels, restaurants, B&B’s, country clubs, wedding venues, etc.  Offer your chocolate fountain rental to them at a discounted rate so that they can make money by renting it their customers.  Let them do all of the work, but you reap the benefits (over and over!!).

Volunteer your services for maximum exposure at schools, hospitals, museums, charity groups, and local social clubs!  Not only can these be a potential business tax write off, but it will give you a chance to showcase your fountain (and business) in a positive light to a very diverse customer base.  This kind of exposure can lead to many future bookings!!

WHAT IS THE JOB OF THE CHOCOLATE FOUNTAIN ATTENDANT AT AN EVENT?


To deliver and set up the chocolate fountain, dipping items, decorations and display

To keep the chocolate fountain running smoothly during the event and add chocolate or fondue as required

To replenish supplies & dipping items as needed and keep the display looking neat, attractive and fresh

Greet guests and keep little (and big) fingers out of the chocolate fountain…and to prevent the dreaded double-dipper!!

Show guests how to use the chocolate fountain and how to dip items correctly

Keep a watchful eye out for and retrieve any loose bits that fall into the fountain

To offer friendly and professional service at all times.  Current guests are potential future customers!  Everyone knows someone who might love a chocolate fountain!!

To breakdown and transport the chocolate fountain and clean-up the dipping items, decorations and display.


SIMPLE DECORATING IDEAS



There are many ways in which to display the chocolate fountain.  Many people prefer the “look” of the fountain without draping material around it as a cover up.  However, this is a common practice and looks very nice. The dipping items can also be presented to dramatically enhance the whole presentation.  Here are a few options.

1. Tiers & Tablecloths:  Arm yourself with two large tablecloths.  The first is laid directly on the table.  Put the fountain base on this foundation.  Then create steps starting from the back of the fountain around each side to the front.  The steps may be built with anything from boxes, in various sizes, to blocks of any type purchased at craft stores (or even telephone books!).  The steps should be highest in the back gradually sloping down to the front.  Dipping items in front of the fountain may be placed directly on the table surface.  Once the steps have been situated, take the second tablecloth and cover the steps, creating a draping, flowing look.  (The second cloth may be the same or a complimentary color.) Cloth napkins of another color may be used (again, the color is up to you or your client) and swirl them in the mix with the tablecloth.  You will find these can be easily replaced through out the course of the event in order to keep chocolate soiled linens to a minimum.

2. Twinkling white lights and Glass Blocks:  We have many creative customers who use these tools.  They simply set up the fountain on a tablecloth, keeping it loose to create folds.  Then square glass blocks (purchased from home improvement stores) are placed in strategic places around the fountain.  Twinkle lights are now entwined in the folds of the tablecloth.  The dipping items, pre-arranged on ceramic or silver platters, are set on top of the glass blocks. Often times dipping items are put into glass bowls and placed on top of the silver trays.  This arrangement is stunning, sparkly and beautiful! 

3. Don’t Forget the Flowers:  Flowers, fruit, foliage and assorted greenery are always a grand and gorgeous addition to the fountain table.  Simple arrangements set on the table make a nice addition, as do greens weaved through the cloth with the twinkle lights.  Display pre-skewered dipping items in decorated flowerpots and/or vases (lined with florist foam – to hold up the skewers).  Arrange skewers in pots with dipping items up so they look like flowers on a stem (works well with marshmallows and cut strawberries!).

4. This is the most requested (and the most profitable display!).  Use more than one chocolate fountains for a display the will be truly unforgettable!!  Using mutiple commercial fountains, or a commercial fountain with two smaller fountains at its side (as available in my commercial package deal shown below!) is a great way to boost your profit potential!  Customers love the option of having multiple fountans with a different fondue in each one (imagine...milk chocolate in one, white in one and caramel in the other - WOW!!).  The smaller home fountains are an easy "add-on" to the larger fountains, growing your profit exponentially!!

 

As you plan events with your clients, you will get a good idea as to what type of display arrangement best suits them.  You should decide ahead of time what types of fountain presentations you will offer.  Prices may vary, depending upon your actual costs.  As you attend events you will learn what your preferences are as far as setting up, as well as what your customers prefer.  Remember, presentation items will eventually have some chocolate dripped on them, so opt for washable items that are moderately priced!

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