How Sweeten's Fees Work: A Guide for Microbakery Owners
- tandumaine
- Jun 14
- 2 min read
Sweeten helps microbakery owners and home cooks reach hungry local customers with a simple, transparent pricing model so you keep more of what you earn. Whether you’re just starting your micro-bakery or growing a thriving home baking business, understanding Sweeten’s fees is key to planning your profits.
In this article:
What’s the Sweeten service fee?
Sweeten charges a 5.5% service fee on each completed order. This fee helps cover secure payment processing, customer support, marketing tools, and platform maintenance so you can focus on cooking.
For example, if a customer places an order for $40:
Service fee (5.5%) = $2.20
Your payout = $37.80, minus any applicable taxes
Our service fee allows us to:
Offer secure transactions and payment protection
Promote your microbakery via social media, search, and email
Provide customer support to both chefs and buyers
Maintain the app and add new features to grow your food business
Are there taxes?
Depending on your location, Sweeten may also collect applicable state or local taxes required for operating a marketplace platform. These vary based on jurisdiction and are calculated at checkout automatically. We handle tax collection and remittance when required, so it’s one less thing for you to worry about.
You’ll see a breakdown of fees and taxes on every order in the app.
When do I get paid?
Once you confirm an order and the customer picks it up, Sweeten processes your payout within 1-2 business days. Payouts are made directly to your connected bank account.
No monthly fees, no subscriptions
Unlike other platforms, Sweeten does not charge you to list your menu or require a subscription to stay active. You only pay when you earn.
We’re here to help you grow your food business and not eat into your profits!
Questions?
Check out our Resource Center or reach out to support@eatsweeten.com. We’re happy to assist with anything from payouts to taxes!
