How to Start a BBQ Pitt Vending Business
Many people, from the biggest cities to the smallest towns, enjoy eating barbecue. Starting a barbecue restaurant can be cost prohibitive due to the need for a building, furniture and staff, but a barbecue pit vending business can allow you to show off your grilling skills while making a living, and it requires considerably less start-up money.
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Make a list of events, fairs, carnivals, festivals, flea markets and businesses where you can place your barbecue pit. You will make more money selling at multiple venues throughout the year, as opposed to relying on only one source of customers.
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Contact the venues on your list, or apply to be a vendor at your chosen events. Most events take vendor applications months in advance, and the sooner you reserve your spot, the better your chances of being accepted.
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Obtain the business documentation needed to open a food business in your area. If selling barbecue at events, you will need a temporary food vendor's license. Many cities also require food manager certification, a food enterprise license or food-handler permit. Your city's public health department will be able to let you know what is required.
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Get the permits required in your area to be a vendor. This might include an assumed name certificate (DBA), state tax identification number or employer identification number (EIN).
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Purchase a commercial barbecue pit from a supplier such as King Cookers or Southern Yankee Bar-B-Q. You will also need to purchase wholesale napkins, paper plates or bowls and cups, if you will offer beverages.
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Develop a menu for your barbecue pit business, ensuring that you offer items which can be eaten without utensils. Sausage wraps, smoked turkey legs, BBQ sandwiches and tacos made with barbecued meat would be suitable.
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Promote your barbecue pit vending business. Hand out samples to passersby, start a promotional website or blog or buy radio advertisements to let potential customers know where your barbecue pit is located.
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References
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