How do you become a bakery owner? Q&A

[@Veronica24296]

Love that you’ve emphasized how important a happy team are. People hear “un-trained” (formally) and they hear “low-skill” or “replaceable”- and nothing could be further from the truth. Especially if that individual has been working with you from as you’ve grown.

[@sbeslic9475]

My husband was concreting on the site next door to ur bakery. He came home on my birthday after work with a single chocolate cookie. It was the most gorgeous, decadent, fudgey, soft cookie ever. I was like where the frik did u get this from and he told me there’s always a huge lineup so he knew it’d be something I’d like. He’s not into that kinda stuff so he didn’t even try it, he’s so strange. But anyway since coming across ur shorts I’ve really been enjoying watching ur content!! Ur so inspiring. I know ur tired obviously ur work is ur entire life right now but just know what ur doing is truly impressive u should be so proud and just know there are so many people who are in awe of ur dedication and hope to create something like what you’ve done here. Congrats and wish u all the best.

[@emilydean4309]

my parents owned a bakery for my whole life and just sold it last year. It holds such a special place in my heart. All of my siblings and friends worked there throughout high school and college and it was so wholesome. We would always bring the leftover goodies to neighbors and teachers and retirement communities, and everyone came to know us for it. So special ❤❤❤ Hope you stick with it for as long as possible!

[@honeysweet7190]

Ohh my, what happened? Did you discontinue the family business completely now?

[@emilydean4309]

They sold it a few years ago. Unfortunately the family I have in North America is small and neither my brother or I cared to take it over as we both had different passions. It is still well-loved in the local community under different ownership ❤

[@chelseakal-q2b]

Awe I love that❤️

[@laineelkin822]

Do more videos (longer videos) of you working in the bakery! The shorts are amazing but they ain’t long enough! You are so inspiring! I have my niece watching you, she wants to be a baker! Thank you for sharing! ❤

[@jennifermassie8214]

Agree !! ❤️

[@2day3000]

I agree, but also shorts are in right now so that's how she's gonna get the most social media attraction, and also I doubt she has time for regular long videos!

[@PepperCat.]

You realize the most recent 9 minute video probably took 5+ hours of editing right? Not accounting for having to talk to the camera whilst working. She works like 14h shifts 6-7 times per week. This is much more than enough effort. if you want to see videos so bad do what shes doing yourself.

[@MarketingStrategies28]

Reels work better

[@MeganThudium]

The coolest thing about you Brooke is I’ve followed you for 8 years now, and I’ve loved following the honest and normal progression of your life. At the beginning, you inspired me to travel as a woman solo and then I moved abroad long term. Your authenticity and honest storytelling inspired me on my journey.

[@Gwaycee]

I love how proactive you are. As a nutritionist, I would very much recommend that you make yourself sleep not less than 7 hours every night, drink more water, preferrably warm bordering on hot and actually eat at least 2 real meals instead of brownies. You don't want your health breaking down and you getting stuck in hospital for lengthy periods with diseases arising from sleeplessness and poor diet. Ask me how I know...Wishing you every success with your bakery! 😊

[@geleenabenoja2583]

Love this! I just opened my own bakery and cafe this past summer with a small but mighty team, and after 6 months of wearing most of the hats, I definitely feel the weight. I've been watching your shorts for a while now and as an also a self-taught, new bakery owner, your content is super inspiring!

[@nobayeninene6939]

CONGRATULATIONS!! How can I prepare myself to own a bakery one day? -__-

[@AnneMB955]

We travelled to Brisbane from Melbourne. Took us 30 minutes to walk to your bakery. Huge queue but worth the wait. Congratulations on your successful business. 👏👏

[@BrookiBakeHouse]

Thank you soooooo much! Amazing to hear

[@deanwilsher8189]

Hi Brook. Great business you have there. I have seven bakery stores in the south of England and 120 staff. Once you can bake the next big hurdle is definitely understanding the psychology of people and growing a reliable and consistent team. Thats a long journey when the actual baking in the early years takes up most of your waking hours. Once you master the "people hurdle" growth becomes a whole lot less stressful. I wish you well and will watch your progess ❤

[@jiggaye241]

You are 100 % right. That people hurdle can make or break your business expansion. Good on you. I love hearing success stories. All the best

[@lalatorres683]

I'm so inspired by you. I will be joining my first ever bake sale this weekend before proceeding to open my bakehouse/cafe. As a homebaker and first time mom, your motivation is truly inspiring 🌸🌸🌸

[@CyprusSunLoverShe]

Good luck ❤

[@heididorling8533]

Congrats Brooke! I’ve been following you for over 10 years. I miss the travel content but! Happy to see this journey and can’t wait to come visit the bakery! What an incredible accomplishment!

[@skywaterwhite872]

I've been obsessed with your videos! I work in a bakery and am working towards owning my own. Please keep the videos coming! I appreciate how much advice you are willing to share 💕

[@lizzyweiglein5041]

Hi!!! I’ve been binge watching you the past couple days and you have inspired me to follow my lifelong dream of owning a bakery❤️🤭I love all of your tips and showing the behind the scenes of your bakery🙌🏼

[@jflu79]

Same ❤

[@chelseakal-q2b]

Same girl! ❤I hope you get to open one

[@eleojoegwuma2507]

Me too 😂😂🎉

[@marianaumanbutt4204]

Same

[@setyourspacewithsusan]

Honestly, NEVER FORGET WHO YOU ARE; before… Before… you tasted your first cookie, your first cake, biscuit, or cracker! NEVER FORGET the nostalgia of your craft: Business is “busy”! Your ability to organize is the KEY! GOOD ON YOU! You are an inspiration!

[@Bananzers]

What an inspiration! I also own a bakery and it’s truly such a joy to be able to do this for a living, despite the stress and hours of work that come with it. My shop has been under construction for the past few months and I can’t wait to get back to it. I have loved seeing your videos on instagram and am so glad to see some long form content on KZbin! Also - it’s crazy impressive how good you are at filming and editing content, truly an amazing feat alongside everything else!!

[@Bettyish]

Absolutely blows my mind how driven and focussed you are from such a young age. I feel like your personal trajectory is astronomical. Australias youngest billionaire in the making!

[@DailyWear]

Agreed!! Her work ethic is very admirable

[@india1422]

I think one had to be driven and divided from a young age. Yes it can of course come even maturity but those very long days of extra-hard work are easier with youth on one's side.

[@zahrarazvi4835]

This is such a good video, and you’ve uploaded this on my 24th birthday! I am a chef too and in the process of opening my own little cafe and bakery after travelling around the world. I have been so nervous, but listening to your journey, I feel so much better! Thank you!

[@TheFroggyCat]

I love her videos so much, I only started watching the shorts like 2 weeks ago but I’ve watched literally all of them and wait for the new ones to come out

[@JessicaGarcia-ws5ex]

Hi Brooki, I want you to know that you are my biggest inspiration right now 🌟💓 I have to confess that I love seeing your work and at the same time it stresses me out too much because it gives the impression that you do all the work alone 😩which would be impossible but I believe that the success of your business is that in reality you are aware of all matters of your business 😎A little over a year ago I started a coffee shop with my husband in our small town and your videos and seeing how hard you work drive me to not give up on this project. Thanks and hugs from Mexico.💞👍🫂

[@inesmanui]

5:51 is where the accidental replay starts 🎬 so you could skip to: 9:30 is Q2 how did she fund the bakery Thanks for sitting down for us! The shorts and sneek peeks into your business give me so much joy! I managed a little coffee shop when I was 19 and it kinda takes me right back to a similar passion for working☕️

[@arnolddezilva4388]

Truly a Gem of a Human Being . Will definitely visit your lovey Bakery when we Brisbane this year .

[@forestamazzonica]

Im 32, no baking experience, and in starting my journey now ❤ this video was really helpful, im very excited but also needed the reassurance ❤️❤️❤️

[@BrookiBakeHouse]

That's amazing - no time too late or too soon to start!

[@Coolcatz2500]

Super inspiring!! I'm an illustrator and finally expanding into a consumer based model w products. I'm learning alot from your videos and energy! 😊 thanks!

[@wichitatxgal]

A person doing this type business Has to like long hours. You look so healthy. I knew a lady that did this and let her health go in decline. At Valentine’s Day - she never slept. She took a 2 hour nap and started another day. So just remember your health is number One. Love your videos!🎂🙏

[@ashantijacobs2994]

I am so happy I have come across your channel. I love baking so much, and it’s one of my favorite hobbies. I am currently in school for psychology to become a school counselor. However, my back up plan if I don’t end up enjoying the career is to learn more about baking and potentially starting my own small business! Thank you for this video! ❤

[@juliabrown4650]

Thank you for answering all the qs! I worked in a couple bakeries in my 20s and totally agree about the shoes!! I loved my clogs. Also nothing like being alone in the quiet kitchen early in the morning as you said (and not having to talk to anyone- ha!) 🥰 taking a sec to stop and have my first coffee of the day was always my fave part too ☕️

[@sarahspage7561]

Hi Brooke!! I've been here since 2014 (WOW days). It's so amazing to see you shine at everything you do! Congratulations on all of your success!❤

[@kastnostones]

What a cookbook is coming out ❤. Yay can't wait. Thanks for sharing loved this.

[@SashaLeingang]

I am considering starting my own bakery, so I use your videos as inspiration. Love you, Brooke! keep creating and following your dreams!

[@india1422]

I was on my feet all day as a nurse and most of the day as a teacher. It is hard. Being a nurse was much more physical then being a teacher. I bought some more Crocs recently because i have terrible foot problems and when i am at home they allow me to walk with less pain. When i was looking at the Crocs website i saw the does for health- and food industry-workers Apparently they confirm to a number of safety staff so i assume that they protect against needle stick injuries from dropping syringes and blade injuries from scalpels and kitchen knives

[@jammanalastas4005]

This is an inspiring video! I also own a small home bakery and am also self taught. I learned a lot from this video. Thank you! And may God bless you more 🙏🏽

[@BrookiBakeHouse]

Glad it was helpful!

[@priscillachung8]

Thank you for this video! Thank you for pointing it out to me that a lot of females entrepreneurs are tackling imposter syndrome when starting business on our own. The thing is the client are sending a lot of good feedback but at the end of day we’re keep doubting ourselves. It’s so important to be aware of the truth is people love what we do which makes them willing to pay for it.

[@BrookiBakeHouse]

its so common, so never feel alone in that! I think all of us suffer from imposter syndrome, especially when you start a new career different to what is safe. But nothing worth having ever comes from the comfort zone!

[@kittykooky]

I was shocked 😲 when you said you were self taught, you are a professional in the game, well done you. 💐 oh God your cookies 🍪 are just heavenly I'd love to try them but I'm in the UK. ❤

[@BrookiBakeHouse]

Thank you so much 😊

[@Zzzzz-q9s]

I am so glad that you evolved to be a baker and I am so glad you can ramble on and ramble and bake.

[@joyyyy777]

So Inspiring .Thank you. I was impressed by you. You're deserving of the success of your own business.

[@sandyoksen134]

The first part of the video replayed twice fyi

[@BrookiBakeHouse]

awww no :( haha i struggle to edit these videos + work the long hrs in the bakery must have been half asleep :') sorry

[@laurenlim9276]

I felt that too

[@sandyoksen134]

@@BrookiBakeHouse no worries I just wanted to let you know in case you wanted to edit it

[@yahushaschild2265]

I did notice the replay, however I thought I accidentally set the video back, 😂 so I jumped to where the replay started.

[@BrookiBakeHouse]

@@sandyoksen134 can you re-edit once posted! wow i am a total newbie here :')

[@YesImaMaker]

Great video :) I own a small Australian business myself (jewellery holder) and love to see your success. It gives me so much hope :) well done!

[@elizabethdelacruz7077]

More baking tips please... I love your story. So selfless in sharing your life as a baker and a biz owner. Thank you.

[@BrookiBakeHouse]

thank you so much, so kind! I will soon be launching weekly videos on this channel so lots more to come :)

[@nancydebiasio5273]

I love watching your “Day in the life shorts” Keep up the great work… one of these days I’d love to try your baked goods..,❤

[@merypurnama2513]

your video about behind the scene popped up on my ig, tiktok and as i watched them its really motivates me not only about baking but also about doing something meaningful in life and growing your business. keep it baking girl

[@jeninecontreras2019]

I want to have my own bakery and every time I watch this I get excited about starting my own. I am 18 and want to learn what I can so I can have my own bakery to make and share the sweets I love ❤.

[@gangeyeesoneja1802]

Absolutely love watching your “day in the life of a bakery owner” and passion involved. Still wonder when do you bake the several heart shaped cakes ready for decoration the next morning?

[@marjoryvanbakel6153]

Suddenly you came in my you tube shorts and I love you! ❤ What a nice person you are! 🤗 I love your energy and was curious how you became so successful with your bakery. What a nice story! Unfortunately, the Netherlands is a bit too far away to stop by your bakery. But at least you have a new follower. Hope to see many more videos from you! 🌸💕

[@abbeycallaghan288]

Oh my gosh, I live in Tasmania. I live down near port Arthur. Launceston is such a gorgeous place, would’ve been nice to grow up there. I’m originally from Richmond, NSW and love Tasmania. Love all your amazing work!

[@Cstylinn]

Great to hear your story. In the next one, I'm interested in the process, rules, challenges of shipping. Yes to New Zealand which is relatively close, and to USA which is not. Packing and freshness challenges.

[@lisajessup6615]

Hello from the south at Blackmans Bay - have enjoyed watching your shorts - congratulations on your hard success Brooki

[@arlenet.1520]

Thank you for sharing! Loved hearing about your bake shop journey…in my next life I will be a pastry chef!

[@SoulInquiries]

Can't explain but your videos are mesmerizing to me. I wish you all the best in the world in your life, you have a star quality. Be sure to take care of yourself, you're so precious and your health is important. Best to you and all the luck for your dreams!

[@AlexWilliams-qf3rp]

I started seeing you on Instagram, and I was just so pleased to see you on here. I also am a self taught baker and I've had some of those same thoughts like you mentioned. I bake from home for now, and I do have a small following. You've given me lots of inspiration. You just have to have a passion for whatever you're doing. By the way, you still look 24. You've done a lot. Keep on growing, keep on experimenting. I love those big chunky cookies. I'm going to try to make those. All the best love.❤❤❤

[@majoorozco931]

Thank you! This video was super helpful. I would love if you could tell us a little bit more how to run a bakery business as in what equipment is needed, how to grow the team and hire new people, more about the business management process, thank you!

[@sb733]

Thank you Brooki for sharing your story, it’s nice to know 😘

[@Hannah-qe9si]

I would quit my corporate tech job to work for you, it looks like so much fun

[@Mclovinlifee]

Just wanted to tell you I’m so glad I stumbled upon your page! I am 25 and have a Belgian waffle food truck and work ungoshly amount of hours to the point I’m so so drained. And it’s funny because I find myself watching your bakery videos even when im spending hours and hours making waffle desserts hahaha Maybe one day I’ll start posting behind the scenes like you ! Keep up the amazing work :) 🧇🍪

[@v.o.rministry9252]

You’re awesome. you’re now my favorite KZbinr

[@katherinelorenzo8731]

Thank you for sharing your journey and tips! This will really help me as I do my best to thrive from my home-based bakery in the Philippines :) more power to your business and stay healthy! :)

[@safiyyahnimatulainahmed7316]

I love Charlie’s dessert house in Launceston! So amazing to hear you started it, keen to try Brooki bake house when I visit Brisbane soon 💕

[@maoyang1111]

Um. There's a question I've been hoping to get answered... What happens when you get sick? Does one of someone just hop in and take your place?

[@Forget-me-not144]

Just to prepare a batch of 12 cookies feels like an effort and the pots to wash after making a cake in a kitchen with little space so to imagine multi-tasking a Bakery is mind blowing and getting all them batch metrics right /on point and all them cakes to perfection! The cost of equipment is expensive also. The scary thing is ensuring you don't have a cake flop or sunken middle so it's very admirable when you see people just getting on with an ambition just via inspiration and selling a nice product. You need a certain knack for patisseries. that's for certain most people need to go to a College to learn the skills. Jealous lol. Stressful is what we need to hear because nothing ever comes easy.

[@elizabethdelacruz7077]

Oh yeah... I thought Id just fall half asleep too or just replayed the part. But loved hearing the story. Interesting. Inspiring.❤

[@BrookiBakeHouse]

thank you :')

[@melbachmann3002]

It’s so cool that you shared that! I didn’t know you did a course at the Ritz in Paris 😂 I’m actually doing one right now. Thanks for sharing your journey 🤍

[@BrookiBakeHouse]

omg have the best time! Hope you know more French than me, I was perplexed hahaha

[@SameeraKhurana]

Youre absolutely gorgeous

[@megwysatta7393]

Love this, thank you for sharing. I need one Of those hats…and a cookie or two now that you ship to the US❤

[@katz5434]

Hi Brooke your passion is very infectious and delightfully uplifting! ❤😊

[@miahennock129]

You are an inspiration! Hoping I’ll be in your situation in the next 10 years 🫶🏻

[@reginaonoja1096]

Thank you so much Brooki for this video. I’m grateful for inspiring me. Thank you 🙏🏽

[@BrookiBakeHouse]

You are so welcome!

[@Bashertxo]

So inspired by you! Your hard work and vision shine through! Can’t wait to see more! Take care xx

[@bettyburns5772]

Thank you for sharing your experience. I really appreciate it!❤ lots of success😊

[@incandescentglow9047]

I'm 21 , graduating masters this year that I don't like my career to be on about , I started baking with mix bought from stores , and later i tried to do on my own and started to do with videos on KZbin and altering recipes to my family's taste, later my friends and they all love it, ik its not perfect because I learnt everything on my own , now I have to choose between studying abroad for a semester, which costs a lot or to invest in my interest by learning pastry professionally , it takes a lot of effort and I am not 9-5 work type , i can bake all day but never work in a office ,I also had this idea of working a job and investmy own money, even though it took a lot of time convincing my parents for a baking career they'll financially support me through it , but all my life i felt I'm not fit for anything not talented in anything, not fit for work and can't work , I don't know whom to ask if there's anyone here that would like to give me some advice, I'd be so happy, Thank you for reading ❤️

[@otMAMAzaMAMA]

I just found you (hi from Europe 💁) And I looked through your gorgeous vids for some information how did you get to that point and now there it is!!! Thank you! It is always so nice when the actual person takes the time to show what stands behind!! I wish to you all the luck and happiness!

[@deborahbailey292]

Love your story! Try Birkenstock clogs, sandals!! From Kentucky, USA, would love to try you cookies!!

[@debs1derland243]

Enjoy your videos very much. Your bakery is lovely and you are so talented!

[@myoamusicsings]

Very inspiring video as always. Would you have any recommendations or reference source for scaling your a cookie recipe to creating large batches? Thank you so much ❤

[@koysdo]

thanks for posting and the explainers!

[@kazynaturdibayeva5546]

You’re such an inspiration!🥹

[@laurenlim9276]

How do you find suppliers?? I find that really hard many don’t want to share any insights

[@bernaberna9900]

Oh my goodness I watch your videos all the time and I cannot tell you how dam excited I am to fined out you are a Tassie girl to 🎊 🎊🍾

[@Akirameowxp]

Love watching your videos! Thank you for sharing your journey!! ❤🎉

[@cookingwithada21]

Can you say how much you invest at the beginning including everything if you don’t mind. Congratulations, you doing great.

[@candyminton2524]

Love your videos. I have always loved baking. So happy your hard work is paying off. I am going to have to get some cookies shipped to the USA to try.

[@RenadiUSA]

You are inspired me.. Hopefully one day i have courage to open mine

[@discopantsandhaircuts1135]

Super excited about your book ❤

[@Periwinkie-z3p]

Hi Brooki! Do you share your recipes with your staff/bakers? If not, how do you do it?

[@wen.2210]

i would love to start a food business one day 🥺 you’re an inspiration ❤

[@orginy]

Omg we have so many similarities!! 😂 I’m a vergo too! and I work at an Indian restaurant. I SWEAR just told my friend that my favorite part of the day is to come at 6am opening alone cook the foods and the quiet 🎉🎉

[@BrookiBakeHouse]

Virgos love Virgos!!

[@alexiskwon1013]

Love to watch owner bakery dally 😊

[@dearbronte686]

You had me at the how to Angelina Hot Chocolate video! Love your work

[@texasoutlook60]

Key here is she saved money and re-invested it! Smart!!

[@jyanalice]

I thought I accidentally replayed the video but wasn't. ☺ Checkout 2:41 then 6:36 .. same video patched up ☺

[@BakeryInLondon]

This is so inspiring, thank you for sharing your journey!

[@BrookiBakeHouse]

thank you for supporting!

[@Vanillalatte22433]

Can you do a video on how you stay so fit?

[@Elizabeth-mf3dn]

Can you do a video talking about your travels? ☺️ it’s something I’m thinking of doing someday

[@samanthahoos9827]

Great video to fill us in! Thank you! ❤

[@MarlyLynn]

This was fun 😊 thanks for sharing!

[@brina71902]

I’m curious what else you sell besides cookies, brownies, cupcakes, and macarons. Or is that it? I never wanted to have a bakery, just a dessert product because I didn’t want to have to offer all the things “you have to have” in a typical bakery. But that’s cool if you just consider yourself a cookie bakery with a few additional items 😊

[@BrookiBakeHouse]

those things listed and cakes! we focus on more celebrations, not a boulangerie (breads, venoisserie). So more of the sweet fun stuff :))

[@TheExcelciorBeta]

Can you do a tour of the other kitchen place as well? Where the macaroons are made

[@BrookiBakeHouse]

Sure! there's a full tour on instagram and TikTok:)

[@Sweetsandthings]

I love your videos ! Can I ask where you get your packaging ! And do you ever come to NY will love to meet you one day! ❤️❤️

[@robwyyi]

Be honest how did you save from your travels. Reads to me a classic SB story. “consulting fee.” How ever you work it out in your head, it was you that did it. Good on you.

[@abbiemassey]

Hello fellow Tassie girl! I found your channel and love it! Completely tripped me out to find out you’re from Launceston.

[@maryrosemara3062]

Hi Brook, thanks so much for sharing all your experiences... am also a Virgo... love all your cookies..😘😍🥰🩷🩷🩷 so happy to see your tik tok😍 & started following you 🥰 cheers!!!

[@BrookiBakeHouse]

thank youuuu!

[@angelabutler7761]

A cookie idea: oatmeal, cranberry, white chocolate with cinnamon