Mobile smoothie cart or trailer

Event-goers, market shoppers, sports families, event organisers and companies hiring a drinks stand.

Price per smoothie at public events, or a set fee or minimum spend when hired for private and corporate events.

• Customer service
• Organising stock and setup
• Working quickly under queues
• Basic driving and towing

• Mobile food vehicle or stall registration, which can differ by council and state (some use a statewide system)
• Food safety supervisor and food handler training requirements
• Public liability insurance, which many events and markets require
• Ice, water and power supply at event sites
• Weather and seasonal swings in sales
• Towing weight and licence limits if you use a trailer

Startup costs are typically around $8,000 to $40,000, depending on whether you buy a cart or trailer, and the blenders, cold storage and power you need. These are estimates, so get quotes before buying.

Monthly revenue is typically around $2,000 to $10,000, depending on how many markets and events you trade at and the hours you work. Weather and seasonal swings in sales can change this from month to month.

Check mobile food vehicle or stall registration, which can differ by council and state. Also check food safety supervisor and food handler training, public liability insurance that events often require, and towing weight and licence limits if you use a trailer.