What is involved in starting a food vendor business?

Answer by  patti (29325)

Write a detailed business plan. Decide the terms of your business. Will you service the machines or hire others? Sources of inventory? Fee structure? Where will you locate the machines? What kind of capital do you have to sustain the business until it becomes profitable?

Answer by  awdamm (77)

Starting a food concession business is a great way to become your own boss and work at your own pace. However, it is not as simple as it may seem. First, you must find a machine. Then, must find a location to keep your machine safe place. Stocking the machine is key to keep business growing and bringing in money.

Answer by  pedro (142)

There are a couple of key steps. The first is to learn about the health requirements in your area; you'll probably need to get a health card and/or get inspected by the health department. Then, you'll need to establish you menu, advertising plan, and establish your pricing.

Answer by  Clint97 (23)

You need to first take a test certifying you to cook/serve food. This would be where you learn all your health codes. Staying up to code will keep your business from being shut down and making patrons sick. You need some sort of housing either a building or a trailer that can hold ovens, warmers, and a sink.

Answer by  dx10 (144)

Quite a lot, actually. One must first find a location, and negotiate a purchase/lease. Fictitious business name licenses are required if your business name is not your legal name. Staff must be hired. Kitchens must be inspected. Permits must be purchased. It's a complicated, involved process. Talk to someone who's done it before.