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Some hot dog vending gurus are making starting a hot dog cart business WAY more complicated than it needs to be!
I recently saw advice telling beginners that the FIRST thing they should do is find out whether their state allows hot dog vending.
Here's the thing. Hot dog vending is legal in all 50 states. But that doesn't mean you can set up anywhere, sell anything, or use just any cart.
Your local health department has specific requirements, and those requirements can change dramatically depending on where you live.
In this video, I'll explain:
- What you REALLY need to find out before buying a hot dog cart
- Why health department requirements matter
- How sink requirements and equipment rules vary
- How to avoid buying the WRONG cart
- How to start with very little money
- Where to get free training on permits, menus, marketing, catering, and more
- How vendors can operate in multiple states
I've spent about 20 years helping people start and grow street food businesses. I've put thousands of free articles, videos, and lessons online so you don't have to figure everything out yourself.
START HERE. FREE HOT DOG VENDING TRAINING:
https://streetfoodpro.com/start
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https://vendorsunited.com
Whether you're starting a hot dog cart, considering a concession trailer, or looking for ways to grow your existing vending business, start with the right information.
Ben Wilson
StreetFoodPro.com