It’s always a good idea to have some additional items for sale at your hot dog cart. This is great for your customers who might like the idea of a combo, and it allows you to make some extra cash! Here we explore the add on items we think work best at a hot dog […]
Category: Hot Dog Cart Business
The World’s Most Famous Hot Dog Eating Competition
The Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest is an annual American hot dog competitive eating competition and easily the most prominent eating competition in the world. Nathan’s held its first hot dog eating contest on July 4, 1916. It is held each year on Independence Day at Nathan’s Famous Corporation’s original, and best-known restaurant at the […]
Hot Dog Cart Employee’s Guide for Employers
When hiring and terminating hot dog cart employees, great care must be taken. It might turn out that the kid’s uncle is a hotshot lawyer (or the mayor, the chief of police, the newspaper editor, the Health Dept. inspector, etc.). But seriously, many employee problems can be avoidable by following a few simple steps. Even […]
What is a Commissary, and Why Do you Need One?
Depending on your health department, you may require a hot dog cart commissary. Commissaries include restaurants and delis, which produce and preserve specific consumable food products for you on a short-term or permanent basis. You shouldn’t feel burdened by the health department’s restrictions when preparing and storing perishable items if you have a commissary close […]
Hot Dog Cart Business Plan Example
Executive Top Level Summary My plan is to operate a hotdog cart vending business downtown Hungryville, serving lunch hour office crowds from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. each weekday.Currently, this area is underserviced, with long lines observed at the three existing vendor carts and four sit-down or take-out restaurants. Workers in the area must walk […]
Keep Accurate Records Daily (The KARD Principle)
You need good records and measurements to improve your business’ performance. Keeping accurate records of sales, inventory, and expenses will also make taxes easier. When your records are not up to date and accurate, you will not be able to take advantage of all of the credits and deductions you are eligible for. If you […]
Ordering your hot dog cart and your first days together
Please contact All American for your purchase! Getting started with placing your order starts with putting down a 50 percent deposit. The remainder will be due when shipping is ready. Ensure that your order includes all the necessary cart options. Ensure that it meets all of your local health agency’s requirements, including the number of […]
Relationships with landlords, employees, and customers
The principles should be understood and applied by all employees How to Negotiate with a Landlord for a Location: Consider it from his perspective. Landlords are probably not as concerned or motivated by the small amount of rent that you will generate. They are more concerned with their own business. He is concerned about how […]
Guide to the Day-to-Day Operations and Procedures of a Hotdog Cart
In your cart, keep a booklet with the following information: your company permit, location permit or site leasing contract, your health department license, a photocopy of the local health code for quick identification, and this operations guide in case of an emergency. Make sure you have the license that authorizes you to serve at the […]
Promoting Your Hot Dog Vendor Business
Publicity and advertising can boost sales significantly when they are well-chosen. Publicity and advertising are often regarded as the same thing by many people. However, there are differences between them. Through advertising, you tell people about your company and why they need your product. Direct publicity is less common. It may just serve to familiarize […]