1 Establish the costs necessary for beginning your BBQ business. This gives you an idea of the financing needed. Visit a local bank or the Tiny Business Administration website to request a loan for your BBQ business. Complete an application and supply the documents necessary by the loan officer.
2 Pick a location for your BBQ business. Check the newspaper to rent or buy a building. Make definite the location is appropriate for a restaurant with simple access for customers. The property must be zoned to operate a restaurant.
3 Pick a name for your BBQ business. This is step in purchasing your business license. Choose which business structure you are using for the business, such as sole owner or limited liability company (LLC). File the paperwork necessary at the licensing department to legalize your company name for tax purposes.
4 Purchase the supplies for your BBQ business. The supply list will be substantial when getting started and includes items such as condiments, plates, cups, cutlery, napkins, table cloths, dishes and other large ticketed items such as tables, chairs as well as a money register. Also, buy the food items needed for your BBQ restaurant such as cabbage for coleslaw, baked beans, spanish fries and meat. Research the suppliers in your area to choose who provides the best quality products at wholesale prices. Talk with other restaurant owners in your area to get references.
5 Buy or lease the equipment needed for your BBQ business. Equipment includes a fryer, refrigerator, freezer, grill, pots, pans, cutlery and utensils. Since you need a smoker to cook your meat, set up a transportable or stationary smoker.
6 Promote the grand opening for your business. Run an commercial in the local newspaper and hang flyers in nearby stores prior to opening day. Supply the location of your restaurant and the date of your opening, along with an example of the menu, such as BBQ pork, chicken and ribs. Offer a special cost for the opening day. For example, BBQ plate with sides for $5.00. Continue marketing your business locally to attract customers.
7 Generate a menu for your restaurant. This requires researching costs and determining how much to charge for plates. Visit other BBQ businesses and get and do market research to give you an idea of prices.
