Running a food truck isn’t as simple as cooking and waiting for the customers to come. You’ll need to take the appropriate steps to ensure safety measures and other regulations are always top of mind. But beyond safety procedures, there are other things you’ll need before you can embark on your food truck journey. A clear, concise business plan, for example, is necessary if you are hoping to secure the proper licenses and certifications required to operate your food truck.
Need help writing a business plan? Not quite sure what a business plan is? Not to worry — there are plenty of resources available to help you get started. From online business plan templates to one-on-one consulting sessions, consider these to help you write your business plan.
SBA
The Small Business Administration (SBA) has all types of resources available for start-ups, including help with business plans. From how to write a business plan to help you calculate your start-up expenses, the SBA is a valuable resource for launching your Mission food truck efficiently and professionally.
SBDC
Your local SBDC is another great resource for help with business plans and other necessities related to your food truck. Available at no-cost, these business consulting services are ideal for those with no prior experience. Here, you’ll gain deep insight into what you’ll need to make your business thrive.
Webstraunt
When launching your food truck, it’s best to take advice from the experts. Webstraunt specializes in all things “restaurant”, and they’ve gone as far as to walk readers through exactly how to build a legitimate business plan. From your executive summary to your financial projections, Webstraunt will help you cover all the bases, and then some.
Lean Canvas Method
The Lean Canvas is a popular method for putting together comprehensive business plans. With the Lean Canvas, you’ll cover the crux of your audience and how your food truck can provide value. Leading with the
Lean Canvas can help you dig deep into your customer’s needs and how you plan to solve them. This information can help you approach your business plan with a clearer direction.
Foodtruckr.com
There are a variety of specialized sites you can look to for information and inspiration for your food truck business. Foodtruckr is one where you’ll find plenty of useful tips on how to market your business and set it apart from the rest. There is even a podcast and comprehensive e-book to help you get started.
If you still have questions regarding your Mission food truck, we’re here to help. Contact the Mission EDC for more information about how to start your food truck business.
