Build Your Food
Business Right
From licensing and health permits to food costing and wholesale scaling — we guide food entrepreneurs through every step of launching and growing their business.
Seattle-based food business expertise. Real understanding of margins, permits, and compliance.
What We Help With
Every step from concept to scale.
Licensing & Registration
LLC formation, business licenses, food establishment permits, and all federal/state filings to operate legally.
Health & Safety Permitting
Navigate health department requirements, food handler certifications, and ongoing compliance documentation.
Commercial Kitchen Location
Guidance on finding, vetting, and securing shared or private commercial kitchen space in Washington.
Bookkeeping & Food Costing
Recipe costing, ingredient tracking, food cost percentages, and complete financial record-keeping for food businesses.
Wholesale Licensing & Pricing
Wholesale permits, vendor agreements, pricing strategy, and scaling from retail to wholesale operations.
Hiring & Payroll
Employee recruitment, payroll processing, food safety training requirements, and HR documentation.
Vendor & Supply Chain
Sourcing suppliers, negotiating vendor contracts, managing inventory, and supply cost optimization.
Tax Planning & Filings
State excise taxes, sales tax compliance, food business tax deductions, and quarterly/annual filings.
Why We're Different
We don't just handle business paperwork. We understand food businesses.
Understand food business margins and cost structure
Experienced navigating WA State health department
Familiar with shared kitchen operations & licensing
Know wholesale vs. retail margins & pricing
Help with food-specific tax deductions & compliance
Connect you with food vendors & suppliers
We've worked with bakeries, caterers, meal prep services, coffee roasters, and ghost kitchens. We know the permits, the margins, the suppliers, and the compliance hurdles. Let's navigate them together.
Partner Kitchens We Work With
Connected with Seattle's best commercial kitchen spaces
Common Questions
How long does it take to get licensed and permitted?
In King County, food business licensing typically takes 1–2 weeks. If you're seeking WSDA wholesale permitting, plan for about 2 months. Timeline varies based on kitchen space availability and how quickly you gather required documents.
Do you help with food handler certifications and ongoing compliance?
Yes. We guide you through certifications, health inspections, ongoing documentation, and updates to food safety protocols.
Can you help me source commercial kitchen space?
We're connected with shared kitchens and commercial spaces in the Seattle area. We'll help you evaluate options and negotiate terms.
How do you handle food costing for recipes?
We'll help you calculate ingredient costs per recipe, track food cost percentages, and set pricing for wholesale and retail.
What about scaling from home to commercial kitchen?
That's our specialty. We handle licensing, permits, payroll for first employees, vendor setup, and bookkeeping during the transition.
Do you work with wholesale foods or just retail?
Both. We help with wholesale licensing, vendor agreements, wholesale vs. retail pricing strategy, and scaling operations.
Ready to Launch or Scale Your Food Business?
Let's talk about your food business idea. We'll map out the permits, licensing, kitchen setup, bookkeeping, and more — so you can focus on making great food.