Jordan has a long-standing love for baked goods, desserts, and sweets, making bakeries one of the most reliable businesses to launch in Amman, Irbid, Aqaba, and beyond. From traditional Arabic sweets to modern pastries and chocolate-based creations, the bakery sector continues to thrive.
This guide explains how to start a bakery business in Jordan, including licensing requirements, startup costs, market opportunities, and a shortcut solution: the Dubai Chocolate Startup Package by Uncle Fluffy, which allows entrepreneurs to expand their bakery offering with premium Dubai-branded chocolate.
Why Open a Bakery in Jordan?
- Cultural tradition – Bread and sweets are daily essentials in Jordanian households.
- Holiday & event demand – Ramadan, Eid, weddings, and birthdays create peak sales seasons.
- Urban café culture – Young consumers in Amman love modern bakeries and dessert cafés.
- High-margin products – Specialty pastries and luxury chocolate products often yield 3–4x markup.
- Tourism opportunity – Visitors seek authentic and premium bakery items as souvenirs.
Step-by-Step Guide to Starting a Bakery Business in Jordan
1. Define Your Bakery Concept
- Traditional Bakery – Manakish, ka’ak, Arabic sweets.
- Modern Bakery Café – Croissants, cakes, chocolate desserts, specialty drinks.
- Luxury Dessert Shop – Premium cakes, pralines, chocolate bars, and gifting boxes.
2. Register Your Business
- Register with the Companies Control Department (CCD).
- Choose your structure (LLC is common).
- Obtain a Commercial License from your municipality.
3. Get Food & Health Approvals
- Secure approval from the Jordan Food and Drug Administration (JFDA).
- Meet health, hygiene, and safety standards for food preparation.
- Ensure your bakery location passes municipal health inspections.
4. Secure a Location
- High-footfall areas like malls, city centers, and tourist areas.
- Ensure space for kitchen, display counters, and customer seating (if café model).
5. Acquire Bakery Equipment
- Ovens, mixers, dough sheeters, refrigerators, and cooling units.
- Display fridges and counters for cakes and chocolate items.
- Chocolate equipment (tempering machines, molds) if offering luxury desserts.
6. Build Branding & Marketing
- Create a strong bakery brand that reflects quality and lifestyle.
- Use Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook to showcase your desserts.
- Offer seasonal promotions (Ramadan, Eid, Christmas, Valentine’s Day).
7. Expand with Premium Chocolate Offerings
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