There are over 24,000 active food truck businesses in the U.S. Whether you’re starting out or have been delivering food on the go for years, maintaining your truck is extremely important. But what goes into regular food truck maintenance? And why is it so important? That’s what we’ll be looking at today. […]
Upset customers are inevitable no matter what part of the foodservice industry you work in, including if you own a food truck. How you deal with them is key to your success as a business owner. Do you own a food truck? Are you thinking of buying one or entering […]
Did you know that 19% of Americans have reported eating more junk food than they should? We live in a world driven by convenience, so it’s no surprise that Americans turn to fast food and junk food for meals. However, food trucks give diners the option of a fast, well-cooked meal. Starting […]
Starting a food truck, just like any other business, requires a start-up investment. You need money to purchase your truck, get permits, and buy kitchen and food supplies. There are several ways to raise the money to get your food truck venture off the ground. You can find investors, you […]
Photo by TJ Dragotta on Unsplash Back when the 2008 recession hit, lost wages combined with the prohibitive cost of property investment meant entrepreneurs had to get creative with how they started businesses. Food trucks became a great way for people from all backgrounds to make a living, provide affordable meals, and share […]
Photo by Helloquence on Unsplash Remember when everyone thought food trucks were just an amusement? Well, we do. But we know that this fad was anything but that. Now, this hard-scrabble food slinging world has some serious value. By 2020, the food truck industry will be worth $996 million—proof that we can’t imagine life without them. Your […]
Investing in a food truck isn’t going to be cheap but has huge potential, so you need to be informed from the start and have a plan for being profitable. Below we’ll review some of the top operating costs you can expect to encounter when you start your food truck business. Fuel Costs When using a […]
Do you want to profit from your talent in baking? Are you a baker looking to add some unique flair to your existing bakery shop? If you do and you are, a mobile bakery is the perfect business for you. Did you know that Americans spent $70 billion this year on bread and […]
Everyone’s journey to the food truck industry is different, but there are certain things that every food truck owner needs to incorporate. Whether you’re coming to the industry as an entrepreneur, a chef or a restaurant owner, don’t forget these essentials along the way! 7. Research the Industry You might […]
The food truck industry is not for the faint of heart. It takes a lot of hard work to get where you want to go with your truck and your business. You can expect to work a whole lot of hours, expend lots of creative energy, and learn a whole […]