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Mobile Coffee Cart Business Class
Morning: 9am - 5Pm, $995.00
One day One Class
Evening: 6pm - 9Pm, $495.00 per class
For your Convenience, this class is also
available over two evenings.
Starting Your Own Coffee Cart Business
Starting a coffee cart business presents numerous advantages in today’s market. The increasing popularity of street vending in urban areas makes a mobile coffee business an enticing opportunity for aspiring coffee entrepreneurs. Additionally, local and state officials are focusing on revitalizing public spaces like parks and streets to enhance pedestrian activity. Coffee carts align well with many cities’ goals to boost local business activity, safety, and commerce. You might notice this shift happening in your own town. What benefits cities and towns of all sizes also offers compelling advantages for coffee cart owners. With mobility, flexibility, and lower costs, a coffee cart can be a more attractive option compared to a traditional brick-and-mortar coffee shop. There are various ways to enter the coffee business. A mobile coffee business is a cost-effective alternative to a conventional coffee shop, offering potential for profits at a fraction of the Cost.
Prerequisite: No prior experience is required. However, we recommend pairing this class with our Barista Training- Level 1 class or 2-Day Barista Training package.
Did you know a more cost-effective way to gain entrance into the exciting world of coffee retail as well as expanding your brand recognition is through a mobile cart business?
1) Are you an entrepreneurial coffee enthusiast fascinated by the many facets of the retail world of coffee and trying to gain entry into the business?
2) Are your dreams of entering the business world of coffee constrained by inadequate funding sources?
3) Would you like to design, construct, own and operate a coffee cart that is built to be transported in the back of an average sized vehicle?
4) Are you an existing café owner looking to expand your brand’s community reach in a cost-effective manner?
This foundational class is designed to provide all coffee cart entrepreneurs and existing café operators seeking to acquire the essential knowledge and skills to design, build and put into business their customized coffee cart while holding costs to a minimum. Carts can be designed to be easily put up and torn down by one person.
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Topics Covered
This class will cover everything from the basic knowledge of coffee beans from farm to cup, concept and menu development, cart design, equipment planning, considerations to build or purchase a cart, licensing and permitting municipal requirements (using Hoboken, NJ as an example), managing profitability and much more.
Included with your class is a Student Manuel and a list of all the materials and equipment used in our class demo cart.
Class Sizes are kept small, and we provide extensive hands-on training and coaching, working with our NJCS demo cart. This course is practical, interactive, and fun for anyone who wants to start on a coffee cart journey or add a coffee cart to their existing business.
Topics Covered
This class will cover everything from the basic knowledge of coffee beans from farm to cup, concept and menu development, cart design, equipment planning, considerations to build or purchase a cart, licensing and permitting municipal requirements (using Hoboken, NJ as an example), managing profitability and much more.
Included with your class is a Student Manuel and a list of all the materials and equipment used in our class demo cart.
Class Sizes are kept small, and we provide extensive hands-on training and coaching, working with our NJCS demo cart. This course is practical, interactive, and fun for anyone who wants to start on a coffee cart journey or add a coffee cart to their existing business.
A coffee cart business can indeed be profitable, offering income and the financial freedom you might be seeking. Besides the lower startup and operating costs, there are significant non-financial benefits to running your own coffee business, such as enhanced lifestyle and flexibility. However, starting a coffee cart does require effort and investment. While a coffee cart has fewer financial hurdles compared to a traditional coffee shop, you will still need capital to get your business up and running. One risk is the potential for cost overruns if you don’t plan and budget carefully. To maximize savings and ensure a smooth startup, thorough research and meticulous planning throughout the entire process are essential. This is where NJCS is crucial to your success.
A coffee cart business can indeed be profitable, offering income and the financial freedom you might be seeking. Besides the lower startup and operating costs, there are significant non-financial benefits to running your own coffee business, such as enhanced lifestyle and flexibility. However, starting a coffee cart does require effort and investment. While a coffee cart has fewer financial hurdles compared to a traditional coffee shop, you will still need capital to get your business up and running. One risk is the potential for cost overruns if you don’t plan and budget carefully. To maximize savings and ensure a smooth startup, thorough research and meticulous planning throughout the entire process are essential. This is where NJCS is crucial to your success.
Additional Information
- Hours: 1-day class (9:00am – 5:00pm) or over two evenings (6:00pm – 9:00pm)
- Lunch is included. Please contact us if you have any food allergies or preferences.
- No prior experience is necessary.
- Scheduling: We offer classes on a 3-month rolling basis (see our calendar and class listing pages); if you cannot make any of those dates, please contact us and we will let you know when future dates become available.
- This course does not cover the coffee science and barista skills working on espresso machines required to produce consistent high-quality beverages; we recommend pairing this class with our Barista Training – Level 1 class or 2-Day Barista Training package.
Topics Covered included
Coffee Cart Business Topics
- Essential coffee knowledge (bean varietals, processing methods, and sourcing)
- Coffee cart business trends and considerations
- Developing your concept and target audience
- Menu planning and development
- Coffee cart design
- Building or purchasing a coffee cart
- Licensing and permit requirements
- Preparing an effective start-up cost estimate
- Site selection and considerations
- Branding and marketing
- Business plan development
- Profit and loss (P/L) success factors and cash flow
- Revenue growth strategies and managing costs
- Resources for success (planning checklists, vendor supplier resources)
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