Food Program Expansion Meeting
Date: October 8, 2025
Attendees: Owner, Local Bakery Owner, Health Inspector (advisory)

Current food offerings:
- Pastries from Sunrise Bakery (6 items)
- Packaged snacks (granola bars, etc.)
- No prepared food license currently

Expansion options discussed:

Option A: Expand bakery partnership
- Add breakfast sandwiches (pre-made)
- Bakery prepares, we sell
- Requires warming only (allowed under current license)
- Additional SKUs: 4-6 items

Option B: Simple food license upgrade
- Allows assembly of cold items
- Could make own sandwiches/wraps
- Requires handwash sink addition
- Health inspection needed
- Cost: ~$2,000 build-out + licensing

Option C: Full food preparation license
- Full kitchen capability
- Significant build-out required
- Cost: $15,000+ renovation
- Not recommended at current scale

Health inspector guidance:
- Option A: No changes needed
- Option B: Feasible with minor modifications
- Inspection timeline: 4-6 weeks after application

Financial projections (Option A):
- Investment: Warming display case ($800)
- Additional revenue potential: $400-600/week
- Margin on sandwiches: ~55%

Decision: Proceed with Option A immediately
- Trial: breakfast sandwiches starting November
- Evaluate for Option B in Q2 2026

Action items:
- Finalize sandwich menu with bakery
- Purchase warming display
- Train staff on food handling
