Turn your passion into profits!
Grow your food business on your terms! Elevate your menu, we'll elevate your business
Our Mission
Our mission is to empower talented cooks within our community – those with a lifelong passion for crafting their unique food businesses – by offering them a chance to earn a rewarding income while pursuing their culinary dreams.
The BRDGE was born to embrace the richness of diverse culinary traditions.
Why Become a BRDGE Vendor
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Make real money
Make money doing what you love on your own terms
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Be your own boss
You cook; we handle the rest. It's your business, your way, with the support of THE BRDGE.
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Serve happy customers
We'll help you with your marketing so you can share your meals with people in your neighborhood.
Services Included
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Marketing
Amplify your brand with our digital marketing suite. From enticing content to strategic email campaigns, we're here to make your culinary brand stand out in the digital realm.
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Lead Generation
Boost your business with us! We bring the customers; you bring the flavor. Let's cook up success together.
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Professional Photos & Reels
Looking to host an event for your business to draw in your customers? Have us take the stress off your hands by planning or assisting you in planning your event!
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Logistics
We will handle your logistics and customer support so you can focus on what you love: cooking amazing food.
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Warehouse Space & Logistics
Unlock growth with our warehouse space and seamless delivery solution. Your culinary creations, our logistics expertise - the perfect recipe for success.
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Ingredient Sourcing
To assist you in sourcing your ingredients, we have partnered with multiple ethnic retail stores to provide you with the ingredients you need to fulfill your orders at a discounted price.
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Customer Support
Our team is driven to grow your reviews, so we can grow your brand. Have our team support you in meeting the needs of your customers.
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Account Manager
Our dedicated account managers are driven to close leads for your business. When you succeed, we succeed - a true partnership for culinary excellence.
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Packaging
We provide high-quality packaging solutions to help chefs deliver their food safely and beautifully, ensuring each dish arrives fresh and ready to impress
Childcare Support for Chefs
Through our partnership with Birdie Break, we offer convenient childcare options for chefs with children, ensuring you can focus on your work while knowing your little ones are in good hands. This support allows you to fully commit to your catering business without the worry of balancing child care during busy events.
Get Support with Your Documentation
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Food Safety Training
Do you need food safety training?All applicants are required to pass Alberta Food Safety certification exam and hold a food handling permit before joining our cooking community. Once you pass this course, you’ll be one step closer to cooking and selling your food safely!
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AHS Certified Kitchen
Do you need an AHS Certified Kitchen?Using an AHS approved kitchen in Alberta is necessary to ensure that food is prepared and handled in compliance with health and safety regulations, reducing the risk of foodborne illnesses and ensuring public safety when serving food.
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Liability Insurance
Do you need liability insurance?Food vendors require liability insurance to safeguard against potential financial losses resulting from accidents, injuries, or property damage that may occur during their operations, ensuring coverage for legal expenses and compensation in case of lawsuits.
Our Partners
Don't have any of these documents?
Reach out to us! We're here to support you every step of the way while providing alternative and cost-effective options.
How to Get Started:
1. Get Approved to Cook
Sign-up and create your personal menu of dishes.
2. Pick your availability
Choose the days you’d like to cook. As little or as much as you’d like.
3. Prepare your orders
Customers can start ordering from you on The BRDGE. They’ll order at least a day in advance so you have enough time to gather ingredients and prepare the order.
4. Cool your dishes
Once you’ve finished cooking, safely cool your dishes and prepare them for delivery.
5. Serve your customers
Once the order is ready, our delivery team picks up and delivers! Ensuring your customers get their food safely and on time.
Take Your Business to the Next Level
Frequently asked questions
How does it all work?
Your passion is food, our commitment is handling everything else to support your business as you scale.
How is The Brdge different than other delivery platforms?
The Brdge is flexible to your schedule. You set your availability and we gather orders for you to fill when you are available. We’ll notify you when orders come in and give you the clear details of when to expect our delivery driver. Once you’ve finished cooking, you’ll safely cool your dishes and prepare them for delivery. Once your customers receive their food, you’ll get the chance to hear how much they enjoyed it.
The Brdge offers an opportunity for people to have healthy home-cooked meals, prepare by members of their local community.
How much does it cost?
We want to minimize your overhead costs as much as we can by offering custom packages to help you get started and assist you as you scale.
How does delivery work?
Deliveries are made every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. If you are not available to make fresh dishes on the days of delivery, we can also sell your frozen dish items.
How do I get paid?
We issue payment every 15th and last day of the month.