5 Designing and Layouts for Food Trucks

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5 Designing and Layouts for Food Trucks

• Food trucks are all the rage these days. They're
  an innovative way for chefs to get their food out
  there and into the hands of hungry customers. If
  you are thinking about investing in a food truck,
  then this guide is for you! We will take an
  in-depth look at the design and layouts of
  successful food trucks. This includes what to
  consider when designing your truck's layout, as
  well as how much it should cost. You will also
  learn which type of equipment is best for certain
  types of cuisine. These are all crucial factors
  that determine whether or not your food truck
  succeeds.

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1) The Counter Truck

• The counter truck is one of the most popular
  designs for food trucks. The limited space in a
  parking lot often requires busy vendors to use
  this style. In this truck, the cooking area is in
  front of customers. There are also no walls or
  windows to separate them from the chefs who work
  hard at preparing their orders.

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1) The Counter Truck

• This style allows for more creativity and
  flexibility with menu options because there is no
  limited space like you would find on a food truck
  that has a kitchen built in it. However, this
  layout is more complex to master than others
  because customers are so close, and customers can
  smell cooking food and see the preparation, which
  is not always pleasant.

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1) The Counter Truck

• Counter trucks also require more equipment since
  there is no room for storage or appliances
  built-in, as you would find on a kitchen truck.
  The customer service must be top-notch as well,
  especially if they cannot create a barrier
  between them and the customer.
• This type of layout is perfect for quick and easy
  service that can be run with minimal staff or
  equipment setup time.

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2) The Kitchen Truck

• This design has the kitchen in the back of the
  truck, so customers cannot see what is happening
  there. This type works well when you are serving
  more difficult-to-cook foods that require a lot
  of prep time or lots of cooking space. The food
  can be prepared at home or another location and
  brought over ready to go for services like
  catering.
• Kitchen trucks are also the perfect choice for
  those who want to have a menu with many different
  types of cuisine. This is because it allows chefs
  to cook all items at once using multiple burners,
  ovens, or grills instead of just one item per
  burner or grill like you would find in counter
  truck design.

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2) The Kitchen Truck

• Having more space can allow for more creative
  designs with the kitchen, such as having a grill
  on top of your truck or using exposed cooking
  elements. The layout will determine how much
  creativity you have to work with, so think about
  what type of food you plan on serving before
  choosing this design option.
• If you are planning on selling lots of cooked
  foods like fried chicken, this is the ideal
  design choice. You can also use it for serving
  more complex or multi-step menu items like those
  found at BBQ food trucks.

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2) The Kitchen Truck

• Kitchen trucks are the most expensive option, but
  they allow for highly creative designs. One
  drawback to kitchen trucks is that you will need
  a generator and extra equipment because there is
  no electricity in most parking lots where food
  trucks do business. This increases your costs
  significantly, so factor this into your budget.

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3) The Box Truck

• Those who have no desire to deal with the hassle
  of designing a truck from scratch may want to
  consider buying or renting an already made box
  truck. This type can be used for both counter and
  kitchen-style trucks, so you are not limited in
  your options. The most common layouts are side by
  side which means one person works on each side or
  front to back, where one person works in the
  front and the other works from the back.

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3) The Box Truck

• Box trucks are also an excellent option for those
  who want a more leisurely time designing their
  truck's layout because you can choose counter or
  kitchen style depending on what your menu
  requires. You may even be able to find box trucks
  that already have appliances built into them,
  like a grill or fryer.

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3) The Box Truck

• As with any type of food truck, you will need to
  spend time and money equipping your box truck
  properly so that it is up to code for use in most
  cities that have laws about what types of trucks
  can operate where. In addition, you must also
  ensure the health inspector approves using
  appliances built into the truck before you start
  cooking with them.

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3) The Box Truck

• As long as the box truck is up to code and safe
  for food preparation, customers will appreciate a
  clean and simple design that allows them to see
  your menu easily from outside of the vehicle so
  they can make their decision quickly. This also
  gives customers a chance to interact with those
  who work in the truck, which can help you gain
  more business.

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3) The Box Truck

• The box truck design is also the least expensive,
  so it is a great option for those just starting
  out who do not want to spend too much on their
  first food truck. The only drawback with this
  type of layout is that there are no windows or
  doors in some cases, so customers may be hesitant
  to enter if they do not know what to expect.

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4) Truck/Trailer Combo

• This type of food truck design offers the most
  flexibility because it can be used as either a
  counter or kitchen style. The layout is also
  ideal for those who want to serve both cooked and
  uncooked foods, like desserts that are made in
  your home kitchen before you head out to work
  each day. You may even find some types of trucks
  that come as a truck and trailer combo, so you
  can pull them together or separate them depending
  on your needs.

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4) Truck/Trailer Combo

• One of the biggest benefits of this design is
  that you can easily upgrade your truck and
  trailer separately. For instance, if you decide
  to start out with a simple counter-style food
  truck but want to try selling cooked foods at
  some point, you can simply attach your cooking
  equipment when desired. However, keep in mind
  that not all cities allow for this type of food
  truck operation.

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4) Truck/Trailer Combo

• The biggest drawback to this style is that it
  requires more work than other options because you
  must design and outfit two separate vehicles
  instead of one. This also means double the costs,
  so make sure your budget can accommodate both
  before investing in a counter or kitchen combo
  like this option.

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5) Open Trailer

• An open trailer food truck design is similar to a
  box truck, except there are no sides and the back
  of the vehicle opens instead. This allows for
  quick and easy access when unloading or loading
  your kitchen supplies so that you can get on with
  business faster than some other types of designs.
  It also makes it easier for those working in the
  truck to interact with customers and promote
  their business.

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5) Open Trailer

• Open trailers are a great choice for those who
  want something simple and affordable so they can
  save money on the build-out of their food truck.
  Customers also benefit from this type because it
  allows them to see what you have available before
  purchasing your wares, which helps build trust in
  open trailers. They are a great choice for those
  who want something simple and affordable so they
  can save money on the build-out of their food
  truck. Customers also benefit from this type
  because it allows them to see what you have
  available before purchasing your wares, which
  helps build trust in your brand.

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Conclusion

• In conclusion, designing and layouts for food
  trucks is not an easy task. It's essential to
  pick the right style before investing in
  appliances built into your truck as well as other
  expensive components that you might need down the
  line. This will help ensure a smooth build-out of
  your vehicle so you can start selling delicious
  treats sooner rather than later!