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Why I recommend this download.

While having a hot dog business is not difficult, it really helps to have a hand at finding the right location, knowing where to buy the best equipment at the lowest prices and even how to make money when it rains.

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photo credit: Roy Montgomery

Some of the best locations are free

The download included how to find locations that are free to work in. This meant that while I was finding the right location, I could work and learn and earn without having to spend any more money. Location is such an important part of your business, but I wounldn’t have thought of half the locations mentioned in the book.

Just having access to information that other don’t give you the heads up. Most of my friends work in the contruction industry, so I have been setting up camp near their contract work and not only do I get to see my mates, but I make great money.

There was also a lot of info on the pychology of selling. This is not something I would ever have read before, but it was really easy to understand and put into practice.

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The Commissary Thing.

When I first thought about getting into vending, I didn’t even know what a commissary partner was or what it was meant to do. After reading the section on this, I found a partner for free, well not quite for free, but close enough. I don’t have to spend any money, but we have a mutual agreement that works for both of us.

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What Makes the Recipes so Good.

Although I would love to give these recipes away on my website, they below to Perry and they are really good. I’ve used a few and looked online for others, but it’s not easy to find really, really good ones. So as far as the recipes are concerned, they are tasty and my friends have all chosen their own favourites after being the guinee pigs on my test runs.

I have tried a few of my own relishes, but nothing is as good as a the collection that Perry gives.

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Selling is the Game – Even if it feels strange at first.

Although I’ve been in the sales game for a few years, when it’s your own business, the motivation to do it right is far stronger. A lot of the time people don’t buy something because they aren’t offered it. This book tells you what to offer and how to do it.

My sales were up and the number of return customers increased quickly as I think they appreciate that I tell them about specials and really am into the job.

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I know it’s early days yet. Only been doing this for six month and still learning. Haven’t got into the partner section of the book and maybe won’t for a year or so more, but maybe eventually that’s what the plan will be.

The Health Department is one of those aspects of the business that you really need to get to know properly. Because you are dealing with food, it is vital that you have the right permits.

Getting the right permit from the board of health will require that you have a Servesafe certification. You can find out where to do this by searching online for Servesafe.

This whole process is not difficult to complete and then you will have the Health inspector come and inspect your van. I would recommend that you phone them up after you have done all your research, but before you spend any money to ensure that the equipment you are going to buy for your cart satisfies their requirements.

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They are also a really great source of information, so if you want some answers, it’s always a good idea to give them a call and ask. You will want to make an appointment for them to come and see you. You could also ask them if all the information you have is correct for the business you want to set up. They will have a lot of insight into the kind of licenses you need for both a public and a private hot dog stand.

Getting the right information is really important before you spend any money.

Other Hot Dog Info of Interest:

1. Licenses and Permits No matter what business you decide to start, you are unlikely to be able…

Cart Name: California Cart
We are the California Health Code Hot Dog Cart Experts.
Price: $22,099.00 *Negotiable
With NSF Compliance: Yes, included as standard.
Click here to view our NSF compliance list
Cart Body Dimensions 36 in. wide x 93 in. long with fridge enclosure.
Dimensions on Trailer 48 in. wide x 110 in. long x 84 in. high
D.O.T. Compliance Highway rated 1/2 ton steel frame.
Electrical Highway lights with wiring harness. 120 volt AC outlet.
Cart Body 18 gauge Stainless Steel.
Under Carriage Highway tires plus 3rd castering wheel.
Cart Weight 800 lbs (365 Kg) approx. empty.
Security Vibration proof brass camlocks on all doors.
Sinks 4 Cal Code sinks with drainboards.
Fresh Water Tank 20 Gallons.
Waste Water Tank 30 Gallons.
Cooler Storage NSF electric refrigerator 5.5 cu. ft.
Dry Storage Lots of under counter storage plus 3 enclosed shelves 36 in. wide x 13 in. deep on side opposite to fridge.
PropaneTank 2 x 20 lb Tank Baskets (Standard)
Gas Regulator Two stage regulator.
Burner 17,000 BTU propane.
Steamers 3 x steamers 6 inches deep
Food Equipment Summary Triple Steamer. Electric NSF Refrigerator. Hot and cold pressurized running water system.
Additional Standard Features Full sneeze guard. Pressurized water pump 12V DC with hot water heater. Thermometers. Removable trailer hitch. Full size stainless steel canopy. Custom cart signage. Top side display and storage shelves 27 x 36. Double AC power outlet.
Additional Equipment Options Generator for 120 volt AC supply. Barbeque. Single Fryer. Griddle. Charbroiler. 6 Condiment Tray. Chip Clip. Dog Sled. Spare Tire. For full list of available accessories, please see the separate pages for Griddles, Fryers and Accessories.

Cart Name: Willy Dog
Call us first, call us last. Never beaten. Guaranteed. Lowest prices always.
Price: $8099.00 *Negotiable
Cart Body Dimensions 36 in. wide x 90 in. long
Dimensions on Trailer 59 in. wide x 120 in. long x 47 in. high
D.O.T. Compliance Highway rated trailer with 1/2 ton suspension.
Electrical Brake and signal lights plus trailer wiring harness installed.
Cart Body Fibreglass with Stainless Steel Trim.
Under Carriage Highway Tires plus 1 Caster Wheel
Cart Weight 500 lbs (228 Kg) approx. empty.
Security Brass vibration proof cam locks.
Sinks Comes standard with one sink only. Extras $200.00
Fresh Water Tank 5 gallons.
Waste Water Tank 10 gallons.
Cooler Storage Top entry, 2 section, insulated ice box for 200 sodas plus meat, with drain valve
Dry Storage Huge amount of dry storage.
Propane Tank 2 x 20 lb Tank Baskets (Standard)
Gas Regulator Two stage regulator.
Burner 2 x 17,000 B.T.U burner with adjustable control.
Umbrella 6-1/2 foot high wind umbrella
Steamers 3 steamer pans 1/3 size x 6
Food Equipment Summary Triple Steamer or Barbeque.
Additional Standard Features Removable Trailer Tongue. Hot and Cold Running Water. High Visibility Color Scheme.
Additional Equipment Options Barbeque Grill, Single Fryer, 6 Condiment Tray, Chip Clip, Dog Sled, Spare Tire. See the Accessories pages for a complete list of optional equipment.

Cart Name A-101
Price: $6399.00 *Negotiable
With NSF Compliance Available if required.
Click here to view our NSF compliance list
Cart Body Dimensions 24 in. wide x 72 in. long x 24 in. high
Dimensions on Trailer 39 in. wide x 120 in. long x 54 in. high
D.O.T. Compliance Highway rated trailer with 1/2 ton suspension.
Electrical Brake and signal lights plus trailer wiring harness installed.
Cart Body 18 Gauge Stainless Steel.
Under Carriage Highway Tires plus 2 Caster Wheels
Cart Weight 540 lbs (245 Kg) approx. empty.
Security Brass vibration proof cam locks.
Sinks 3 sinks standard, extra can be added
Fresh Water Tank 5 gallons.
Waste Water Tank 7 gallons.
Cooler Storage Top entry insulated ice box for 200 sodas plus meat, with drain valve
Dry Storage Under counter space.
Propane Tank 2 x 20 lb Tank Baskets (Standard)
Gas Regulator Two stage regulator.
Burner 17,000 B.T.U burner with adjustable control.
Umbrella 6-1/2 foot high wind umbrella
Steamers 3 steamer pans 1/3 size x 6
Food Equipment Summary Triple Steamers, Large Barbeque 55000 BTU.
Additional Standard Features 12 volt DC Pressurized Hot and Cold Water System. Removable Trailer Hitch. Cart Push Handles.
Additional Equipment Options Barbeque Grill, Single Fryer, Dual Propane Tank Baskets, 6 Condiment Tray, Chip Clip, Dog Sled, Spare Tire. See the Accessories pages for a complete list of optional equipment.