A Guide to Starting a Successful Meatball (Bakso) Business

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Bakso (meatballs) is an Indonesian specialty that is a mainstay for many people, both locals and visitors from abroad. Because it has so many fans, beginners should take advantage of the opportunity to open this kind of business. However, you also need to know that running any business requires careful preparation. So, keep reading the capital breakdown and tips for starting a bakso business below so you can succeed in the market!

Breakdown of Bakso Business Capital

To start a bakso business, you of course need capital. Below are estimated capital needs for two ways of selling bakso, namely from home and by roaming.

Home-based bakso stall

A bakso business sold on your home terrace naturally saves you effort because you do not need to roam around. However, you also need to consider the budget for tables and chairs. Here is the breakdown.

Cart = Rp2.000.000,00;
Tables and chairs = Rp2.000.000,00;
Bowls (5 dozen) = Rp350.000,00;
Spoons (5 dozen) = Rp150.000,00;
Forks (5 dozen) = Rp150.000,00;
Glasses (5 dozen) = Rp150.000,00;
Stove = Rp200.000,00;
3 kg LPG gas ("melon" cylinder) = Rp150.000,00;
Cooking utensils = Rp100.000,00;
Tarpaulin = Rp150.000,00;
Banner = Rp500.000,00;
Dining cloths (1 dozen) = Rp100.000,00;

Total bakso business capital = Rp6.000.000,00.

Roaming bakso cart

Selling bakso by roaming is indeed cheaper than opening a stall at home. You can prepare capital in the amount and itemization shown below.

Cart = Rp2.500.000,00;
Bowls (1 dozen) = Rp70.000,00;
Spoons (1 dozen) = Rp30.000,00;
Forks (1 dozen) = Rp30.000,00;
Stove = Rp200.000,00;
3 kg LPG gas ("melon" cylinder) = Rp150.000,00;
Cooking utensils = Rp100.000,00;
Dining cloths (2 pieces) = Rp20.000,00;

Total bakso business capital = Rp3.100.000,00.

Tips for Starting a Bakso Business

Whichever selling method you choose, whether opening a bakso business at home or roaming around, make sure you know the tips below!

Maintain the quality of ingredients and food

One challenge of running an F&B business is keeping the quality of ingredients fit for consumption. Because you will be selling bakso, make sure the ground meat you use is fresh, as are the vegetables that accompany it. If needed, you can even make the yellow noodles and vermicelli yourself to add a distinctive flavor to your business.

Choose a strategic business location

When you decide to open a bakso business without roaming, make sure the selling location is strategic. What are the criteria? A strategic business location means one in a crowded residential area or passed by many vehicles. However, if you have to rent a place, make sure this is included in your capital calculation, okay!

Set the right price

Price is important in business because it determines whether your customers repeat order or swear off buying bakso from you. So, before setting your selling price, make sure you have researched bakso prices in the market first. Then, adjust it to the ingredients and quality you will sell.

Provide the best service to customers

Business is not only about products, but also about service. When you provide satisfying service, customers are usually willing to come back. Examples of good business service include welcoming customers warmly, giving recommendations and solutions if the product they want is out of stock, and having solid after sales support.

Provide a complete range of payment methods

Because your bakso business operates in a modern, high-tech era, do not forget to implement advanced technology such as the Payment Methods from Midtrans.

With Midtrans, you can accept payments from various sources. For example, you can print a QR code and stick it on your bakso cart. After that, users just scan the code using their smartphone camera!

Then, the balance from the buyer's e-wallet or mobile banking app is processed directly by the Midtrans payment gateway, and the money goes straight into your registered account. In addition, administration fees are only charged when a transaction is successful.

That is the complete explanation about opening a bakso business at home or by roaming. Whichever model you choose, do not forget to follow the five tips above and use the Payment Methods from Midtrans! Come on, grow your business faster with practical and affordable advanced technology from us!