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Food & Beverage Business Finance

Running a restaurant, bar, café, or catering business presents exciting opportunities for growth and success. At Charles & Dean, we offer tailored finance solutions that empower your business to navigate challenges, manage costs, and scale operations, helping you thrive in this dynamic industry.

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"Charles & Dean played an instrumental role in helping us to bring the world-renowned Gilgamesh to Covent Garden."

Andy

Gilgamesh, Covent Garden

The Charles & Dean Difference

Transforming Challenges into Growth Opportunities

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Expanding Operations

Whether opening new locations, launching delivery services, or boosting production, our finance solutions help you scale faster and more effectively than self-funding.

Purchasing Stock & Inventory

Keep your business running smoothly by financing stock, whether fresh ingredients or packaging, ensuring your inventory meets customer demand.

Managing Seasonal Demand

Our flexible finance options, including seasonal payment structures, help maintain steady cash flow through seasonal peaks and quieter periods.

Regulatory Compliance

Stay ahead of costly upgrades and resources needed to meet food safety regulations with financing solutions that cover these expenses without straining your working capital.

High Upfront Costs

Setting up a commercial kitchen, upgrading equipment, or investing in refrigeration requires significant capital. Our financing options ease these expenses, helping grow your business.

Food & Beverage Finance Solutions

Asset Finance

Upgrade your restaurant, café, or bar with essential equipment like energy-efficient appliances, refrigeration, or POS systems - without large upfront costs. Our Asset Finance solutions make it easier to invest in the tools needed to stay competitive in the food and beverage industry.

Cash Flow Finance

Navigate seasonal demand with tailored cash flow finance. Whether managing quiet months or peak seasons, our solutions keep your business operational. Merchant Cash Advance (MCA) provides quick liquidity based on future card sales for day-to-day operations.

Asset Refinancing

Release the value in your existing assets, like kitchen equipment or delivery vehicles, to free up capital for expansion or cash flow management. Our Asset Refinancing options allow you to tap into your equipment’s value while keeping your business running smoothly.

Business Loans

Access working capital to cover expenses, seize growth opportunities, or manage unexpected costs with our flexible Business Loans for food businesses. Our loans support operations and help fuel growth while maintaining cash flow.

Vehicle Financing

Grow or upgrade your delivery fleet, including refrigerated trucks or specialised vehicles, with our vehicle finance solutions. We offer competitive terms and flexible repayment options to help expand your fleet efficiently.

Commercial Property Finance

Planning to open a new restaurant, renovate existing premises, or expand your space? Our Commercial Property finance solutions provide competitive rates and financial support to help you achieve your expansion goals.

Food & Beverage Business Finance at Charles & Dean: 3 Simple Steps

Understanding Your F&B Business' Goals & Challenges

Skip the generic calculators – speak with a Finance Specialist who understands the food and beverage industry's unique challenges. Whether improving cash flow, upgrading equipment, or expanding operations, our specialists provide tailored funding solutions to meet your needs.

Receive a Customised Finance Proposal

Our team designs a bespoke funding solution up to £50 million, tailored to your needs—whether investing in kitchen equipment, expanding your fleet, or opening a new restaurant. We provide fast, flexible options to support your business growth and goals.

Secure Your Funding & Start Growing

Once your finance plan is approved, our Sales and Operations teams ensure a smooth transition from proposal to payout. We collaborate with you, your suppliers, and funders to streamline the process, enabling you to access funding and invest in your business expansion right away.

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Tailored Loan Solutions

Every F&B business is unique, so we create tailored funding plans to meet your needs. Whether investing in kitchen equipment, managing expenses, or expanding your facilities, our solutions align with your financial goals and budget.

Market Expertise

With deep expertise in the F&B industry, we understand the challenges of rising ingredient costs, seasonal demand, and frequent equipment upgrades. Partnering with trusted lenders, we secure competitive rates and flexible terms for your business.

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Simplified Process

Securing funding for your F&B business is simple with our specialist team. We simplify the process, offering guidance and a hassle-free application. From consultation to funding, we ensure a smooth journey so you can focus on growing your brand.

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"Charles & Dean played an instrumental role in helping us to bring the world-renowned Gilgamesh to Covent Garden. High street banks simply couldn’t provide us with the same level of support as Charles & Dean.

They took the time to really understand our needs, our industry experience and goals for Gilgamesh, securing the necessary funds to open in time for Christmas.

We would gladly recommend Charles & Dean to anyone in the F&B industry requiring financial support."

Andy Christopher

Co-Founder, Gilgamesh

FAQs

Your questions about Food & Beverage finance answered

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What food & beverage assets or business needs can Charles & Dean fund?

At Charles & Dean, we offer finance solutions for a wide range of food and beverage business assets and needs. Whether you're running a restaurant, café, bar, or food delivery service, we can help you with:

Commercial Kitchen Equipment: Energy-efficient ovens, grills, refrigerators, freezers, dishwashers
Refrigeration & Cold Storage: Cold storage units, refrigerated rooms, freezer systems
Point-of-Sale (POS) Systems: Advanced POS systems for payments, sales tracking, and customer management
Food Delivery Vehicles: Delivery vans, refrigerated trucks, motorbikes for food delivery services
Furniture & Fixtures: Restaurant furniture, tables, chairs, outdoor seating, lighting, fixtures
Catering Equipment: Catering vans, buffet tables, food warmers for events and large-scale operations
Kitchen Upgrades & Renovations: Kitchen refurbishments and upgrades for better efficiency
Marketing & Advertising: Funding for advertising campaigns, online promotions, and branding efforts
Seasonal Stock & Inventory: Financing for raw ingredients, beverages, and inventory for seasonal demand
Health & Safety Compliance: Fire safety equipment, health and safety upgrades for food establishments
Staff Training & Development: Training courses, certifications, and staff development initiatives (e.g., food safety, barista training)

We provide flexible finance solutions to help your food and beverage business grow, streamline operations, and stay competitive.

Can you fund Franchises?

Yes. We provide finance for food and beverage franchises, helping you set up or expand your franchise locations. Whether you need funds for the initial franchise fee, store fit-out, or equipment, our financing solutions are tailored to help your franchise business thrive.

Can I finance equipment for my restaurant or catering business?

Yes, we provide equipment financing for all types of food and beverage businesses. From ovens and refrigerators to point-of-sale systems and delivery vehicles, our finance options help you invest in essential tools without straining your budget.

How can I manage seasonal cash flow challenges in the food industry?

Our cash flow finance solutions are designed to help you manage seasonal peaks and troughs. We offer flexible payment options, including seasonal structures, to ensure your business maintains a healthy cash flow throughout the year.

Can I get finance to expand my restaurant or open a new location?

Absolutely. We offer commercial property finance and tailored business loans to support your growth plans. Whether you’re opening a new location, renovating, or adding delivery services, we’ll help you secure the funding you need.

What is asset refinancing, and how can it help my food business?

Asset refinancing allows you to unlock the value of existing equipment or vehicles by refinancing them. This frees up capital that you can reinvest in growth, operations, or upgrading your business assets.

Do you offer vehicle financing for food and beverage delivery services?

Yes, we provide tailored vehicle financing for delivery vans, refrigerated trucks, and other transportation needs, ensuring your business can meet delivery demands efficiently.

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