How to Build the Ultimate Custom Food Truck

Running a custom food truck is living the dream. The perfect food truck empowers your workflow with high-quality equipment and the latest technology. It is tailored to your menu and the way you personally love to cook and serve. It streamlines your service, keeps you comfortable, and delights your customers all at the same time.

Chances are, you won’t find a food truck like that “off the rack” but you can upgrade a standard model to build the ultimate custom food truck to live your dream. Here’s how it’s done: 

Know Your Menu and Workflow

First, know your style, the food you’re going to serve, and your optimal workflow. Consider how the truck’s design contributes to everything from ingredient storage to customer service. Take the time to sketch out every aspect that will make your custom food truck design perfect. Pantomime your workflow to visualize the best placement for every feature.

Then, dive into your customization process.

Prioritize High-Quality Equipment

As far as your budget allows, prioritize the highest quality vehicle and equipment to build your custom food truck. Choose a recent food truck model and upgrade the interior with excellent portable kitchen gear made from high-grade materials and spectacular online ratings from your fellow food truck entrepreneurs.

Invest in High-Tech

In addition to high-quality equipment, look into high-tech gear that can enhance your workflow or your customer experience.

• Upgrade your POS (point of sale) system to accept tap-pay and mobile pay options.
• Add an LED menu screen to broadcast your menu and prices for the gathering crowds.
• An automatic rice ensures all-day access to perfectly cooked rice.

A little tech goes a long way when it aligns with your food truck business model,

Build Exactly What You Need

Don’t go overboard or undershoot your custom build. Just like Goldilocks, choose a build that is exactly what you need to prep your perfect menu and serve your customers in style. It’s also OK to leave room for further modifications. A few open modular spaces can allow you to adapt your menu and workflow as you go along.

Prioritize Comfort and Safety

Consider the climate where you’ll be opening up shop and what you need to stay comfortable and safe. A built-in AC or heater can make a world of difference when you’re hustling over your food truck counter in the heat of summer of the dead of winter with hungry crowds lining up. Consider the needs of yourself and any staff you bring on.

Perfect Your Branded Look

Lastly, don’t forget the spectacular finishing touches: your food truck exterior. Whether you choose a custom paint job, incredible decals, or a vivid vinyl wrap, your food truck should stand out and attract hungry customers from a across a city block.

Build Your Dream with Legion Food Trucks

If you’re ready to embark on building your dream custom food truck, we’re here to help. Contact Legion Food Trucks to get started.