Bakery Supplies Tips

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Bakery Box Dimensions

Bakery and cake box dimensions can range in length, width and depth. Check out your needs before ordering. Square boxes can range from a length of 6 inches, width of 4 1/2 inches and depth of 2 3/4 inches to a length of 16 inches, width of 11 1/2 inches and depth of 2 3/8 inches. Circular boxes can range in diameter from 8 to 14 inches. And rectangular boxes come in 1/4, 1/2 and full sheets and can range in length and width from 9 1/2-by-13 1/2 to 18 1/2-by-26.

   

Cake Box Pricing

Cake boxes range in price per case depending upon the size of the box and the quantity purchased. They can come 25 to 300 boxes per case, depending upon your need. Cost can range from 13 cents to upwards of $2 a piece. So a case can range from $13 to upwards of $200.

   

Money-saving Tips for Bakery Boxes

When shopping for suppliers, look for companies that offer free shipping for bakery and cake boxes. This will save you a significant amount of money since paper goods can be heavy.

   

Different Types of Cake Boxes

Cakes come in a variety of shapes and styles, and so do cake boxes. There are many different shaped cake boxes to choose from. Choose the box that best suits your needs based on the type of cake you are delivering or storing. There are square, circular and rectangular cake boxes. Many of them are sold as a flat sheet and are set up by folding up and locking together the sides. Some have windows that make it possible to view the item when the box is closed. Cake circles support your cake with a sturdy white corrugated pad.

   

Bakery Boxes for the Holidays

A good way to show some holiday cheer with your baked goods is to place them inside seasonal boxes. There are bakery boxes created in the themes of Easter, Christmas, Halloween, Valentine's Day and other holidays. And the boxes come in a variety to sizes to fit your every need.

   

Consider Selling Organic Baked Goods

Consider filling bakery boxes with organic baked goods at your restaurant. This category is unquestionably surging in the bakery industry right now. According to Food & Drink Weekly, organic baked goods have recorded a five-year compound annual growth rate of 21.4 percent between 2002 and 2007, compared with a 21.2 percent rate between 1997 and 2002.

This performance narrows the gap with "natural" foods, which maintained a small lead with sales of $11.3 billion. However, "natural" grew just 4 percent during the period. Compare these with figures from three years ago when the "naturals" category achieved sales of $9.6 billion, while organics only saw sales of $7.6 billion.

Increased consumer awareness of health and wellness and steady sales mean organic bakery items are no longer a fad but a mainstream market segment.

   

Returns Not Accepted

Be certain of your needs before ordering a bundle of several hundred cake boxes. Many suppliers caution that they will not allow you to return your shipment if you open a box from the bundle.

   

Where to Keep Up on Restaurant Supply Information

Looking for guidance in purchasing cake boxes, bakery boxes and other bakery supplies for your restaurant? There are several professional organizations set up to help you.

There is the Commercial Food Equipment Service Association (CFESA), which gives you access to an Online inventory of millions of parts; the Foodservice Equipment Distributors Association (FEDA), a nationally recognized association for foodservice equipment and supplies dealers; and the North American Association of Food Equipment Manufacturers, a trade association with more than 650 foodservice equipment and supplies manufacturers providing products for food preparation, cooking, storage and table service.

Restaurants & Institutions (R&I) is the leading source of food and business-trend information and exclusive research on operators and restaurant patrons. Editorial coverage spans the entire foodservice industry, including chains, independent restaurants, hotels and institutions.

You can request a free subscription to R&I magazine (the digital edition, Newsbites or daily e-newsletter).

   

Baked Goods Packaging is More Than Just a Box

Once you order the right bakery boxes for your needs, you must also consider the accessories you will need to complete the package job.

This may include bakers twine, cake boards, doilies, bakery bags, bakery tissue and waxed sheets. Make a list of all the ingredients you need for your confectionery packaging so you can better spot companies that can offer you deals on much of what you are looking for.

   

Labeling Baked Goods Boxes

According to Food & Drink Weekly, packaging of baked goods continues to grow in importance. So if your restaurant is selling baked goods by the box, proper labeling is a good idea.

The use of pictures and graphics is the most powerful sales tool, according to experts. If you plan on selling organic baked goods, the label must specify this. Federal regulations governing symbols and labeling of organic foods were established in 2002 as part of the National Organic Program (NOP), managed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Foods labeled "organic" must conform to NOP rules. That means each organic ingredient must be identified on the package's information panel. Special handling instructions for organic foods may also apply. Check with NOP guidelines before shipping.

   
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