How to start a coffee food truck, trailer or van with little to no money or credit | Coffee Business

[@adanilda1980]

I’m have been dreaming of opening a coffee truck business and this is the very first non bias, beautifully balanced pros and cons blueprint for me. Starting with little money is very intimidating but I am very interested in following for the help! Thank you so much for taking the time to share this information!

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This is my story, But am working off of Faith and Favor. ❤

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[@SarahMerritt15]

I’m only 23, have no background in business, no money... but I do have a dream and a vision. This was very helpful and encouraging!! Thank you!!!

[@adanneholman2098]

This video should be at the top of KZbin. Extremely informative and well put together.

[@GreenJoeCoffeeTruck]

Thanks so much!

[@juliaalvarenga5988]

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[@raulacevedo-esteves9493]

This is a sensible approach to start a business. Any ideas on how to deal with not having a place where to store the cart when not in use? I live in an apartment complex.

[@peteobrien2063]

If you do not have any friends or family that could store it, you may have to look into a storage facility. Double check with your local health department though to see if they have any rules/regulations regarding where you store it

[@taylorlaurenmua9094]

Thank you so much for this! Owning A coffee shop has been my dream since high school and this video inspired me and showed me where to start!

[@outlawrailfan129]

Wow, after seeing this video my goals feel achievable. I’ve been so discouraged because I estimated it would cost me over 10k out the gate, and my credit is shot. Now I feel ready to take small steps and get my coffee business started.

[@GreenJoeCoffeeTruck]

I know right! Check out Podcast 3, Kelly started with a table top… has 2 coffee trailers now!

[@arosieworld]

I have a very small motorhome and I have been thinking about turning it into a mobile coffee truck... this video is perfect

[@charlenewoods563]

This is the best video I’ve seen! Very informative. I have never commented on a video ever. That speaks for itself in my book. Thank you.

[@GreenJoeCoffeeTruck]

Hi Charlene, thank you for the kind words. Tons of info on the website too! Wishing all the best!

[@MsPangY]

I have no experience in a coffee shop but would love to have a food truck! I would love to travel and make coffee; either out of state when it's nice out or just in my hometown and the first thing I thought of was a coffee shop at a location but then again, this is very useful and fun to have a coffee truck that we can drive anywhere instead of staying at one place!! Excited to do it one day!! Thanks for the info and new subbie!!!

[@sxmplylatte4589]

I’ve never been so excited and hopeful for my dreams until I watched this! WHAT! 😱 Thank you for taking the time to research and create this informational video! ❤❤❤

[@d.p.2680]

Let's stop for a second, most of the world don't have the stupid US credit score system, and if we had, it wouldn't last a week, outside the US, it's people power, not bank power, that said, you start a business with the money you have, not the money you can borrow, if you don't have enough, aim lower, or wait, it's difficult to start a business, don't ad difficulties with going into debt, but don't be afraid to try, and fail, just don't dig yourself into debt, you can always try again and again, until you succeed, as long as you don't borrow money, and now, get started on your dream.

[@GreenJoeCoffeeTruck]

I think you make some strong points! And for most folks I would agree!

[@AwhsweetheartHD]

Didn’t even watch one minute of this and liked it as soon as you asked. I’ve seen other videos about starting up a coffee truck, the comments all say that yours are the most helpful. So yeah, like this video everyone!!

[@no1isabovegod532]

Im not a coffee drinking but I love listening to anyone when they talk about business...

[@king8521]

Just starting building our trailer and you man are the best help so detailed and plenty plenty of information and guidance, thank you .

[@jessicarawls4876]

This was the best, this was informative, and inspiring!!! Please don't stop!

[@Nate_Brown11]

Great video man, I’ve been thinking about a coffee business for a long time. You’ve given me a lot of ideas and helped me avoid some planning errors I already had from your experience. I hope to reach back out to you someday with a story of a successful business. Thank you!

[@williamhoke2804]

Vince, this video just sent me over the edge into doing what I have always wanted to do. I have enough money to build out a trailer and go that route, but it's always risky especially in these times. I'm going to start with the farmers markets and see the response to what I am wanting to do. Hopefully, I go up from there. I would love to pick your brain a little about this business. Appreciate all the information you have put out and the insight into the coffee truck business.

[@GreenJoeCoffeeTruck]

Hey William! I'm glad this helped! And good for you for making the jump. I know it can be a hard one. But beta test it and see what happens!

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i guess Im asking the wrong place but does anyone know of a method to log back into an Instagram account? I stupidly lost my password. I would appreciate any tricks you can give me!

[@carloshartz377]

Thank you so much. I am looking into one and this has been the best video by far.

[@GreenJoeCoffeeTruck]

Thanks Carlos!

[@t-hite3762]

This video was on my top 3 when I searched for “how to start a coffee truck” great job!

[@HealthandBeautyAP]

I actually have a food trailer. I like how you are talking about how to do it with little to no money which does give me some additional ideas on setting up more stations around town but what I need to know is how to get my actual food trailer re approved as a drink trailer. It has been sitting in storage for years. I have to resubmit all the paperwork but want to do drinks first to have less issues getting it approved. I don't see any videos talking about this part.

[@GreenJoeCoffeeTruck]

It all depends on your county/city health department regulations. In many cases, they will permit the food vendor based on the inherent risk to the public...coffee is a moderate risk because of the milk involved. In other cases, health departments don't care. If you a food vendor or beverage vendor they want the same process. Ultimately, its up to the inspector...best thing to do? Call your inspector and ask.

[@blackapples4744]

I like your coffee truck. It attracts people because it’s colorful.🍃

[@aaronstewart5282]

Sir! First 2 mins I was skeptical. Wasn't sure if I was feeling the quality of the video. Wasn't excited about the rant. But... my God am I glad I stayed till the end. Very clear and helpful wisdom. Realistic goals and plans. It was a ver good video and gave me so many ideas. Thank you. I've like. And subscribed. And I will be referring to this video often. Thank you

[@GreenJoeCoffeeTruck]

I know right!!! The quality of the video sucks! But, it allows me to screen share and ultimately, that helps me put out better info. So, I gotta suck it up. Glad it helped. I have a Podcast as well and that has some good content too! Wishing you the best in your coffee journey!

[@ChiefXAli]

Dude...YES!!! Thank you so much for this video! I'm inspired and ready to get moving on my little mobile café!

[@peachy4713]

Your channel is so helpful!! I am starting a bakery business and eventually add some coffee drinks! I don’t have money or a car, but I believe it’s still very possible because my dad is very supportive and he said he would loan me some money. The finances part is what scares me.. taxes, and all this 😅 do you have a video explaining how to keep track of expenses and pricing? Also do you set aside certain money for taxes automatically and how much do you set aside 😅

[@GreenJoeCoffeeTruck]

Hey Peachy! We have all of that covered in my Master Class. You should check it out! There’s still some spots available! www.greenjoecoffeeschool.com/coffee-truck

[@VeronicasVlog777]

God lead me to your channel ❤🎉

[@tacobellchoco6130]

thank you so much for this video!!!!!!!!! I was looking for the smallest/simplest way to start my business !!!!!!!!! You broke everything down so simple!!!!!!!! Thank you so much for being so through and honest :D I RATHER DO IT YOUR WAY AND EVENTUALLY HAVE MY OWN STORE FRONT BUT YOU HAVE TO BUILD UP TO IT!!! IM DOING CART WHEELS RIGHT NOW ✅ yay!!!!!

[@ChiefXAli]

How are you doing nowadays?

[@johnycejaalvarez8623]

This is amazing! Helps me know that this isn’t as hard as it seems. Thank you so much from the bottom of my heart!

[@GreenJoeCoffeeTruck]

I know right? Take a look at the ebook, it really starts to break it down.

[@GreenJoeCoffeeTruck]

www.greenjoecoffeetruck.com/pages/ebook

[@Purplepinkmom]

Looking forward to following this. Thank you for posting.

[@GreenJoeCoffeeTruck]

Thank you for the support! Let me know if you have questions!

[@myrnaseatle4424]

Eres un gran enprendedor ejemplo para muchos JOVENES 👏👏👏🙏🙏👍

[@jamielee4984]

This is very inspiring, thank you for sharing ☕️

[@Safaricom_]

Very helpful educational information

[@GreenJoeCoffeeTruck]

Thank you!

[@transforminggravity15626]

Excellent thank you for all your advice your super awesome 💯💯😎✌️

[@mtnlad]

Thanks man. This makes me excited and ready to start really getting a traveling coffee shop ready!!!

[@emilypoggi5227]

thank you very much taking your time to share your information

[@gardencandycravinghomegrow5710]

Such a perfect step by step plan! Thank you for such detail

[@tbelle711]

Thank you so much for this very detailed and informative video🎉 It has motivated me to go after my dream to open my coffee business.

[@jamisonsjournal9826]

Thank you, Vince for putting this video together. This helped me to get a better idea of the steps I need to take to start my business

[@user-missy119]

This is my dream to open up one, so I just got blessed and someone gave me a trailer but I need to fix it up as a coffee shop trailer so I am trying to budget that and then trying to find my spot license. Come up with a business plan I’m still not quite sure how to do it where to start how to go about it and where I get my coffee supply from.

[@GreenJoeCoffeeTruck]

Hey Misti! A good start is one of my ebooks. It will help with getting a good understanding on what all goes into this. Then when you are getting serious, check out the Masterclass. That’s where we really add a quad shot to your vision!

[@connerrodeman8333]

Unreal. Thanks Vince. This is the info I've been needing!!

[@jaybkx5911]

Blown away! Thank you so much for this!

[@luciavillanueva6528]

I needed this!!! Thankyou!!!

[@carolinam4301]

Well done! Thank you so much

[@Ideasareeverything]

Very helpful video! I especially like the information about banks for small business owners, LLC's and Dun & Bradstreet. Also, how to start small.

[@Midagoodwin]

Very good video! I would encourage everyone to use local credit unions. Support local communities and know that your patronage is going to good causes instead of polluting giants like Exxon.

[@brittanymcpherson7493]

Hey! Loved the video! Question, when you were rocking the farmers market, what were you offering besides the iced lattes?

[@ericamcmillan-pettyjohn6382]

Thank you so much for this video...this is extremely helpful! I'm nervous, but ready to go for it! Where can I get your latte recipes? Also, what is the best way to find the right coffee for my cart? Try different coffee shops? (not the big one, like Starbucks) Mom & Pop cafe's, etc.

[@wendybobango781]

Thank you. I so want to do a coffee trailer.

[@mudassirmahmood3366]

Helpful ❤

[@dexterking7662]

Good Joe 👍

[@dubiousjesse]

THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR THIS VIDEO. What are were you using as the gray water reservoir? Did you have a electric water heater, or did you focus only on cold brew? I plan on doing everything similar for the table Setup, but I plan to add a used espresso and a water heater. Going to try and find a plumbing kit for the espresso and water heater too.

[@elliegault]

Okay, the coffee cart being put inside the trailer is genius. Why did I assume I had to rebuild everything from scratch?.. just slide your cart in, duh.

[@jnetteepooh994]

I appreciate this video so much. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and insight!!

[@ferociousfennell]

Thank you so much for the informative video! If you don't mind me asking, how much did you spend for the remodel of the coffee truck or what's an idea of what someone would be looking at?

[@GreenJoeCoffeeTruck]

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[@victorianunn5453]

U just changed my life thanks 😊 😊🙏

[@Exploringwithdavila]

Thank you

[@PeaceChanel]

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[@alilbitoferika1367]

Thank you Vince! You've motivated me to keep moving forward with my dream of owning my coffee truck! I will start at the swap meets and schedule different pop ups as requested by customers for their businesses or events! Great idea here thank you! Question is what if your credit is ok and could probably apply for a loan? What would be the best way to go about that? Any answers are appreciated, just a woman who loves coffee and considers it her love language wanting to spread some love

[@johnmccorvey2221]

Hey Vince I'd like some more information. Like the video's

[@GreenJoeCoffeeTruck]

Hey John, best bet is to head to my website www.greenjoecoffeetruck.com

[@marvincortez1761]

Awesome .. great information 👍 thankx

[@user-ef7kb8pv1f]

Great video, thank you very much.

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[@NahyaNaturally]

Do you mind sharing the plans for the coffee cart?

[@GreenJoeCoffeeTruck]

www.greenjoecoffeeschool.com/coffee-cart

[@GreenJoeCoffeeTruck]

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[@heroinegr3y]

Thanks for all this info Vince! When you first started going to farmers market or in the truck did you operate as a solo operator? Could you make a video about operating a coffee truck as a solo operator? Thanks!

[@GreenJoeCoffeeTruck]

Hey Denise, I was solo for about a month and then I had to hire. I can definitely do a solo video but I have a few others in front of it. In my mobile barista book I talk about workflow.

[@GreenJoeCoffeeTruck]

www.greenjoecoffeetruck.com/products/coffee-truck-course-barista-training

[@NoytebsVlog]

this is awesome idea. how can i reach you i have question about the supplies. thanks

[@GreenJoeCoffeeTruck]

Have you been to my blog? Tons of free info there. When you’re ready to take the step, the Mater Class is your best bet.

[@bryannahorrell9315]

brilliant

[@GreenJoeCoffeeTruck]

Thank you for the support!

[@jaredtaylor768]

Thank you so much for information . it's so helpful. I was wondering when your next classes might be sir?

[@GreenJoeCoffeeTruck]

Hey Jared, I'm going to hold off on the class for right now. I'm working on mini classes and soon a podcast...

[@jaredtaylor768]

@@GreenJoeCoffeeTruck ok sounds good . I'm looking forward to it

[@user-vg7hl3qp7u]

Thanks! Wery helpful!!!!

[@gracefaced1800]

This video is great!!! Thank you so much I’m def checking out your website

[@nenanem1]

I have been marinating in all this info over the last 2 years and now I'm ready to make the leap. Thank you for being so humble, sharing your knowledge and experiences. I was wondering if you could share with me what you found to be the most convenient way to move your coffee cart around...trailer/ truck lift/etc. I was also wondering if you could share some insight if I wanted to travel to different states selling coffee while I traveled. I may need to tow a trailer to live in as well while I do that. Any suggestions or recommendations? Thank you!

[@GreenJoeCoffeeTruck]

Hey Mar, right now I have a Coffee Cart Beta Group started. We are working through these exact situations. Email me [e-mail] so I can get you added in.

[@daniellezapf877]

I’m very interested as well !

[@gracieborror9774]

Very helpful! Thank you so much!

[@GreenJoeCoffeeTruck]

You’re welcome Gracie!

[@HealthandBeautyAP]

You didn't talk about how to do the legal aspect for getting your coffee trailer approved

[@GreenJoeCoffeeTruck]

Hey Candice, a lot of my content I save for my courses and ebooks. Feel free to shoot me an email or instagram message if you have a specific question!

[@heatherdriscoll195]

Most health departments require you to be licensed with a commercial kitchen if you are serving dairy. FYI

[@vincentlavolpa7581]

Depends on the municipality’s protocols!

[@heatherdriscoll195]

@@vincentlavolpa7581 Very true, but it's important to mention. The entire state of CA requires it

[@vincentlavolpa7581]

@@heatherdriscoll195 good catch!

[@ivettefig5755]

Great info! Thanks

[@bobreaper2142]

thank you

[@antiheroo26]

Great video

[@kjmilburn4351]

Thia video really made me feel like I could get started, but I've already run into some hiccups. Is there any chance you'll put a video out that's more in depth about the 1st step-the coffee table for farmer's market? I've had such a hard time researching. Did you brew your cold brew at home? And mix your lattes at home? I've seen that some products have to be made in a commercial kitchen even to be sold at a farmer's market. Did you already have a set up to roast and grind your own beans or would you recommend outsourcing beans in the beginning? Because that's more equipment costs. Did you start with just cold drinks, because the recipe on your website mentions steaming the cold brew. Wht would you recommend to just steam it?

[@brittanybutler2211]

Thanks so much

[@dj-zz2gn]

What coffees do you think are the best for serving? Or what ones do you serve?

[@donnathompson6694]

Good for u!

[@michellefunches8092]

Could you put up your amazon wishlist?

[@GreenJoeCoffeeTruck]

They’re on the “Resource “ page of my website

[@michellefunches8092]

Thanks!

[@kassandragarcia9922]

Youv still here in Albuquerque

[@oompaloompa23]

Any permits etc needed for doing farmers markets or events?

[@GreenJoeCoffeeTruck]

Most the time, yes. Check with your health department…

[@flower_of_ra5604]

I have a question which should I purchase E-book or Crush Course? I'm Ready to get Started but I Just don't know where to start. I 'm saving for my truck

[@GreenJoeCoffeeTruck]

The ebook is a great place to start. Shows cost and gives you an idea of what you’re getting into. Once your about to buy the trailer, pick up the Crash Course. It’ll show you how to buy the trailer as well as all your equipment…

[@flower_of_ra5604]

@@GreenJoeCoffeeTruck Ok! I’ll Be ! Purchasing! The Course! I Going To Follow! Your! Lead! Every Step! I Want Out The Matrix’s. Thank You For Ya Feedback 🍯🍀

[@thejword]

Finding the location seems to be the hardest part. Anyone have any tips?

[@GreenJoeCoffeeTruck]

That’s the beauty about Mobile. If you don’t like the location…move.

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[@stephanromeo684]

Good afternoon, sir how can I buy you products ? I have been sending emails to your website

[@GreenJoeCoffeeTruck]

Hey Stephan, all products are available on my website: www.greenjoecoffeetruck.com

[@stephanromeo684]

@@GreenJoeCoffeeTruck thank you so much ! I would love to meet you one day !!

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[@Wakeup_grand]

Thank you