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Want To Get Catering Van On a Building Site ?

by carl bunn
(cradley heath, west midlands)

My partner has lost his job and I have worked on burger vans for 5 years for someone else. I am now extremly interested in seting up my own buisness with my partner.

We are interested in working on building sites but are finding it hard to find a position.Could you please get back to us with help if you could help us in anyway at all. thank you.

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Aug 11, 2026
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starstarstarstarstar 		AFRO-CARIBBEAN CATERER AVAILABLE FOR REGULAR SPOTS & COLLABORATIONS NEW
by: Kenneth

Hi, I'm Kenneth, and I run Chop Chop Kitchen, an Afro-Caribbean food business based in Epsom, Surrey.

I'm currently looking for regular catering opportunities and collaborations with:

Building sites looking for a lunch catering service

I'd be particularly interested in a weekly or fortnightly arrangement,

I'm happy to provide samples to businesses/venues that are interested, so you can try the food before committing.

I'm based in Epsom but happy to travel for the right opportunity.

If you have a space, venue, business or event that could be a good fit, message or call me. I'd love to have a chat. 07484149015

Dec 11, 2025
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by: Paul

Opportunity to put a burger/breakfast van on a construction site in Mitcham. 07450403909 if interested.
May 16, 2025
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starstarstarstarstar 		Site Van required for 70 on 3rd June
by: Anonymous

Looking for Bacon butties etc. for 1.5 hours on site in Cranleigh Surrey, Tuesday 3rd June 8am - 9.30. Please contact me for further details.
Jan 29, 2025
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by: Simply the best

Looking for site for new catering unit fully compliant with all relevant paperwork ready to work contact
burgervan@aol.com
Feb 13, 2024
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by: Mario

I have burger van and I'm looking for pitch on site construction, is mobile van and I can travel anywhere in London and around 07466616622
Feb 03, 2024
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starstarstarstarstar 		Looking for pich for my burger van
by: Anonymous

I just buy burgers van,and I m looking for construction site if anyone can help me I would really appreciate. You can contact me on email borcoivandana97@gmail.com thanks
Nov 29, 2023
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starstarstarstarstar 		Looking for pitch/events
by: Anonymous

Hi,

The Bica da Nono is a mobile food truck in Rugby, Warwickshire, and surrounding areas.

We have dates available for your event if you'd like to get us involved contact Noemia.

We are now taking bookings for 2023 and 2024 for any events, parties, food festivals, corporate events, and private hire.

How can we be part of Christmas Lights 2023?

Regards,

Bica Da Nono Limited

Director: Noémia Mendes

Mobile Number: 07498447644
Oct 17, 2023
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starstarstarstarstar 		Burger van needed
by: Anonymous

Looking for a burger van for my site in Rugby. We currently have 80 people onsite, this could rise to 100 - 150 people. Site duration is now until September 2024.
Apr 03, 2023
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starstarstarstarstar 		Wanted sites for mobile catering trailers
by: Bob

Hi we are currently looking for sites. May it be on a construction site. Or a cash and carry. Or builders yard. We are totally self contained are menus can be laid out to suit your customers for further information please contact www.mecatering.co.uk
Jan 19, 2023
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starstarstarstarstar 		Looking to open building site canteen
by: Elena S

Hi
I'm looking same building site who they have required for canteen.
I have experience 8 years in building site canteen cook and till,
I have all the certificates.
I like so much to cook and to work with the people. Thank you verry much!
Does anyone know if there are any sites which are looking for a canteen open...
I have all hygiene certificates required.
. I actually love it.
I would be very greatful for any advice or any sites I can get work from.
Thanks
07456 546852
Ely_8877@yahoo.com
Jan 19, 2023
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by: Anonymous

Hi
I'm looking same building site who they have required for canteen.
I have experience 8 years in building site canteen cook and till,
I have all the certificates.
I like so much to cook and to work with the people. Thank you verry much!
Does anyone know if there are any sites which are looking for a canteen open...
I have all hygiene certificates required.
. I actually love it.
I would be very greatful for any advice or any sites I can get work from.
Thanks
My contact details there are:
07456 546852
Ely_8877@yahoo.com
Apr 21, 2022
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by: Free Vending Machines

Why to spend time and walk around for getting a drink? Hot or cold is not a problem!
Now we can bring a ground beans coffee to you or maybe you need a cold drink in a hot weather and much cheaper!!!
Coffee Solution can provide vending machines to be used in offices and site construction premises by workers and staff anytime when they want. This intelligent machines can work 24/7, they're not required a big space, can easily be moved when is needed and they are working with cashless system.
You only pay to the machine when you want a drink.
There is no other hidden tax.
Just tell us your needs and we take care of the rest !!!
For more details please check our website www.mygocoffee.co.uk
Thank you
Apr 20, 2022
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by: Gary Meharg

Hi All

I have a canteen franchise available in Reading on a construction site 2 1/2 years to run on the build.

call me on 07907 994531 for more details

Gary@thechefstable.uk.com

The Chefs Table
Apr 20, 2022
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by: Gary Meharg

Hi All

I have a canteen franchise available in Reading on a construction site 2 1/2 years to run on the build.

call me on 07907 994531 for more details

www.thechefstable.uk.com
Jan 30, 2022
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by: Ely

Hi
I'm looking same building site who they have required for canteen.
I have experience 8 years in building site canteen cook and till,
I have all the certificates.
I like so much to cook and to work with the people. Thank you verry much!
Does anyone know if there are any sites which are looking for a canteen open...
I have all hygiene certificates required.
. I actually love it.
I would be very greatful for any advice or any sites I can get work from.
Thanks
07456 546852
Ely_8877@yahoo.com
Jan 30, 2022
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by: Sue

Hi there, my name is Sue. I have been running my own canteen in North London on a construction site for Berkeleys homes for the past few years. Unfortunately the build will be coming to an end within the next few months.
I have all my certificates.
Level 2 food hygiene.
Level 3 food hygiene.
First Aid.
Fire extinguisher.

5 Star rating.
All insurances for business.

I pride myself for have an outstanding relationship with not only all the operatives but also the BH staff and management. References are available. Thanks for reading.
Jan 25, 2022
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by: Elena


Hi
I'm looking same building site who they have required for canteen.
I have experience 8 years in building site canteen cook and till,
Now i want to open my own canteen.
I like so much to cook and to work with the people. Thank you verry much!
Does anyone know if there are any sites which are looking for a canteen lady in or around the Dagenham area?
I have all hygiene certificates required.
So I’m very new to this. I actually love it. I would be very greatful for any advice or any sites I can get work from.

Many thanks
Elena
07456546852
Ely_8877@yahoo.com
Jul 25, 2021
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by: Tim

I have over 40 years experience from Head Chef to Managing Large sites to Running my catering company.
I’m looking for an opportunity to running catering operations on a large construction site with onsite catering facilities.
If you’re in the position to seek a professional within your organisation, please get in touch for a meeting.
Feb 01, 2021
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starstarstarstarstar 		Seeking canteen in a construction site
by: Emz Kaya

I am interested in opening a canteen in a construction site, I have 5 years experience. I have full equipment and I am currently running a successful cafe in Enfield, serving breakfast, lunch and (homemade) dinner. I have a 5 star food hygiene rating.
Feb 01, 2021
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starstarstarstarstar 		Seeking canteen in a construction site
by: Emz Kaya

I am interested in opening a canteen in a construction site, I have 5 years experience. I have full equipment and I am currently running a successful cafe in Enfield, serving breakfast, lunch and (homemade) dinner. I have a 5 star food hygiene rating.
Oct 26, 2020
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by: Allen

I am looking for a building site to put my burger van I can cater upto 200 people My number is 07727000343
Oct 03, 2020
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by: Chris haritakis

Hi we are Greek expectations, looking for a site in London to trade at.we have over 20 years experience in outdoor catering including a busy market in the city.we can supply breakfast and lunches to cater for your needs.if you fancy something different to the usual building site offerings then call us for further details.we work from a vintage french van which looks amazing and will certainly look smart on any site 07930280766
Sep 08, 2020
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by: Elena

Hi
I'm looking same building site who they have required for canteen.
I have experience 8 years in building site canteen cook and till,
Now i want to open my own canteen.
I like so much to cook and to work with the people. Thank you verry much!
Does anyone know if there are any sites which are looking for a canteen lady in or around the Dagenham area?
I have all hygiene certificates required.
So I’m very new to this. I actually love it. I would be very greatful for any advice or any sites I can get work from.

Many thanks
Elena
07456546852
Ely_8877@yahoo.com
Sep 08, 2020
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starstarstarstarstar 		Looking to open building site canteen
by: Elena

I m looking same building site who they have required for canteen
I have experience 8 years in building site canteen cook and now i want to open my own canteen. Anyone's who they know someone who need canteen....just let me know .Will be really helpful for me.
I like so much to cook and to work with the people. Thank you verry much!
Elena
07456546852
ely_8877@yahoo.com
Dec 08, 2019
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starstarstarstarstar 		Coffee Machine Free of Charge
by: Coffee Solution

Why to spend time and walk around for getting a hot drink?
Now we can bring the coffee to you and much cheaper !!! (Just £1)
Coffee Solution can provide vending hot drinks machines to be used in offices and site construction premises by workers and staff anytime when they want. This intelligent machine can prepare 18 different hot drinks by using Arabica coffee beans, freshly grinded.
You only pay to the machine when you want a drink.
There is no other hidden tax.
Just give us your consent to instal the coffee machine and we take care of the rest !!!
For more details call on 07933098702.
Thank you
Jul 10, 2019
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by: Elena

Hello all. 
Does anyone know if there are any sites which are looking for a canteen lady in or around the London area?I have experience 8 years in buildings site canteen I cook and work with the till!!!! I have all hygiene certificates required. 
I actually love it. I would be very greatful for any advice or any sites I can get work from.
 
My contact number 07456546852

My email ely_8877@yahoo.com

Many thanks for help!!!
Jul 10, 2019
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starstarstarstarstar 		Looking for a site canteen
by: Samantha

Hello all.

I’m currently running a site canteen in Basingstoke which will soon be coming to an end, does anyone know if there are any sites which are looking for a canteen lady in or around the bracknell area? I have all hygiene certificates required.

Also Basingstoke is my first site, so I’m very new to this. I actually love it. I would be very greatful for any advice or any sites I can get work from.

Many thanks

Samantha. (Penny’s place)
pennysplace19@gmail.com

May 16, 2019
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starstarstarstarstar 		Catering required on site in Ruislip, West London for approx 6-7 months (150 people)
by: Rachel

Hi,

I work for a construction company and we will be working at RAF Northolt until end of October/start of November.

now there are 150 people currently on site and we have no food options. we will need someone with the correct hygiene certificates etc, and who will have their own canteen/facilities/van.

please contact me urgently if you feel you can assist, no time wasters please.

Looking for an ASAP Start.
My number is 07766368889.

Thanks
Rachel
May 13, 2019
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by: Munch Box

We are a mobile catering van offering hot and cold food and beverages.
We have been trading for 6 months and would like to Work on local building sites on a longer term basis.

Anyone interested we can be contacted on 07853736641

We look forward to hearing from you

Regards

Tracey and Sara

Munch Box
Apr 03, 2019
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by: Kirsty Davis

Hi, I have a catering trailer and I am wanting to put it on a building site can anyone let me know if there is anything available.

Thank You

Kirsty

kirstydavis195@hotmail.com
Mar 01, 2019
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by: Elena

Hi
I m Elena
I m looking same building site who they have required for canteen I have experience 8 years in building site canteen and now i want to open my own canteen Anyone's who they know someone who need canteen....just let me know I like so much to cook and to work with the people Thank you verry much! Elena 07456546852
ely_8877@yahoo.com
Jan 27, 2019
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by: Elena


I waitting answer please!!! 
by: Elena 

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by: Elena 

Hi.I work in building site canteen 6 years...and now i want to open my own canteen.enyone he know same building site who he need to open canteen please cantact me on 07456546852.Elena or my email is ely_8877@yahoo.com
Many thanks
Jan 16, 2019
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by: Anonymous

Elena 07456546852
Looking to open building site canteen
Jan 16, 2019
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by: Anonymous

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Jan 16, 2019
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by: Anonymous

We hold 5 stairs on scores on doors locally registered we have fantastic units static or mobile www.mecatering.co.uk or email
And we will get straight back to you
Dec 04, 2018
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starstarstarstarstar 		On Site Mobile Catering - 24/12/18 - 27/12/18 - Stevenage
by: Anonymous

We are a construction company looking for an on-site mobile catering company to cover the Christmas period (Christmas Eve - 27 December 2018) for a 50hr possession in Stevenage.

Variety of meals required including a form of Christmas lunch on Christmas Day.

Can you assist - no time wasters please. This is working 24hrs from Christmas Eve.

Please log interest at resources@thespencergroup.co.uk
Sep 17, 2018
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starstarstarstarstar 		Looking for Opportunity to work on building development
by: Sara & Tracey

We have a mobile catering van and would like to work in a new building site/ development in the Leighton Buzzard or surrounding area.
If your interested please contact us on
Sara.bradfield126@gmail.com
07500533319

17/09/20
Sep 08, 2018
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by: Elena

Hello. I ownn a mobile catering unit and I'm looking for new opportunities and job contracts for any sites in and around London. Please contact me by email if interested:ely_8877@yahoocom
Thanks
07456546852
Aug 14, 2018
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starstarstarstarstar 		Site canteen in Darlaston Walsall
by: Dave

I am due to start a large site in Darlaston within the coming weeks and would like a canteen staffed for the men on site, average 50+ men at guess per day rising to more as the job progresses.

I will need someone to run the canteen which means you having your own equipment and running it as your own business with no costs to my site, you make what you make from the men.

Would this be of interest to anyone? obviously you wood need all of the associated food hygiene qualifications.

Please contact me on via email: david.norris@cpplc.com or 07584 442051
Aug 06, 2018
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by: Ekaterina

Hello. I ownn a mobile catering unit and I'm looking for new opportunities and job contracts for any sites in and around Manchester. Please contact me by email if interested:ketykat@hotmail.com
Thanks
Jun 06, 2018
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by: Anonymous

Opportunity for a self employed caterer to provide a catering service to support a Four Star National Builder's development for 18 months in Biggleswade. AVG 40-45 people per day on site requiring Breakfast and Lunchtime Meal. Fully Equipped Kitchen some small cleaning as part of rent. Must have food hygiene certificates and must be able to obtain a good food hygiene star rating on site. Contact Site Manager on 07775 676529
Feb 21, 2018
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by: Mary

Hello. I own a catering company and I'm looking for new opportunities and job contracts for any sites in London. Please contact me by email if interested: alexmariana73@yahoo.co.uk.
Thank you!
Jan 09, 2018
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by: Jim Cameron HCD Ltd

We are a Demolition Company and should be starting on a site in the Worcester Area very soon we are looking to set up full Welfare Facilities on site and wanted to know if anyone would be interested in providing catering for a team of around 30+ on site for around 30 weeks this may lead into more once we move off site and the building work commences.

We would be looking for things like Bacon Butties and Maybe Sandwiches or other food at lunch times - no charges for the use of the space but we would expect all necessary H&S and Environmental Standards to be complied with.

Interested contact jim@hcdltd.com
Feb 09, 2017
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by: Elena

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by: Elena

Hi.I work in building site canteen 6 years...and now i want to open my own canteen.enyone he know same building site who he need to open canteen please cantact me on 07456546852.Elena
Feb 02, 2017
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by: Elena

Hi.I work in building site canteen 6 years...and now i want to open my own canteen.enyone he know same building site who he need to open canteen please cantact me on 07456546852.Elena
Mar 21, 2016
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by: Owen

Hello I have a site that has already started in rugby and will have soon 100-150 workers on a factory expansion. We are looking for an onsite caterer to provide a service for the site workers. Anyone interested please call 07811276976. Thanks.
Jul 26, 2015
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by: Maria

Hi everyone,
Can you please say what legal documents require canteen on building site? Do I need to deal with council or it is just a thing with company who owns the site? At the moment i have public liability insurance and due diligence for stationary business.
Many thanks
Apr 24, 2014
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by: sue

If you need help finding a site let me know what area you live or what areas you want to work, if possible text or phone me 07875524749 if i dont answer straight away i will get back to you,

Cheers sue
Apr 21, 2014
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by: sue

Hi, i have done site catering on and off for 15 years, can i just say building site pitches are Not always free.

It depends on the company and who owns the land etc etc, i made a good living out of site contracts but had to stop for a few years after getting divorced and am now looking to start up again but with a partner rather than having full responsibility myself as some of the bigger sites are so tying and such long hours etc.

Then there's the stock to pick up after work or very early the next morning as its not always cost effective to get everything delivered then some site managers wont let the delivery vans on and off at certain times of the day due to health and safety.

There's a lot to be considered also its not always wise to take a written contract as you are then tied to staying there until the end and anyone who has done site catering from the start of the site until the end will tell you in the early days and the final phase there's not that many men and you could or most likely will be out of pocket.

You most probably will be charged a fee if you don't turn up due to illness etc etc but if you do it right from the start it is very lucrative and only take on a site you can manage etc.

Decide if you are wanting a site you can work alone or if you want to employ staff, what hours you want to work etc etc. When i stopped trading i secured pitches and sold them for a while to keep my hand in if you like.

You would not believe how many people thought they could feed 400 men with 2 staff or some would think they needed 4 staff on a 60 man site. I have learned by my mistakes and i have made my fair share of them over the years, but by the time i stopped trading i had site work down to a fine art and that is why i still kept my hand in if you like.

If anyone wants advice or to partner up with me in the north east north Yorkshire area please don't hesitate to call me 07875524749 also if anyone wants me to set them up and possibly find them a site through my old contacts then give me a call 07875524749 thanks

Sue
Jul 17, 2012
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by: Rob

I did this for 3 years on different Taylor Wimpey sites..

You can actually do this without a burger van as most sites have a canteen.

I approached the site manager and asked if i could run their canteen....I put my own equipment in there and i was ready to trade.

My only outgoing was my stock as i had the canteen rent free(just gave the site manager a few bacon buttys)

This was very cost effective but remember once the site is finished you will have to re-locate.
Aug 01, 2011
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by: Mike

Hi,

building sites are lucrative not only because of the builders on site, but also because of the many different contractors that will arrive on a daily basis.

As soon as you find a site, see the manager, be extremely polite and SMILE!!! Ask permission to park somewhere you don't bother anyone and hopefully he will agree to give you a space. Be flexible! Do tell about your food and hygiene qualification and explain the sort of insurance cover you have; mention the 5 million pounds liability cover... it always impresses people and it shows you are a pro.

They shouldn't ask you a fee to park there, as it's not their property, but don't be too fuzzy, because there is a lot of money to be made and someone IS going to collect it one way or another, so try to make that you.

Open early, as builders start their day very early. They usually go home at around 2/3 pm so be ready to trade at 6am the latest, therefore be there by 5. That gives you enough time to boil the water for tea and coffee (that's the first thing they want in the morning) and get ready; you don't want to miss on their breakfast, as that's their main meal of the day. Many builders keep light at lunch.

Hope this helps.
Mike
Jan 16, 2011
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by: Anonymous

I have thought about this too. But I wonder what financial arrangement would be the norm for a site such as this? Would you pay the builder/site owner for the site or would they pay you for providing facilities for their workers? Can anyone advise?
Oct 15, 2010
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by: g jones

there is a new oppurtunity in cardigan ceredigion for a catering van to provide breakfasts and lunches for a large sainsbury's development,the work has only just begun and is expected to last 2 years,the workers who number approx 55 have already commented on the lack of catering facilities for them,a captive market for at least a couple of years there.
May 14, 2010
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by: David

Hi Carl,

Sure I will try and help you the best I can. Firstly I am assuming that you already have you own catering vehicle and aware of all the legal procedures which you should comply with before you get started if not please sign up for not please sign up for my 12 step guide on mobile catering.

The good thing with building sites is that can be very lucrative, as I myself have worked on 2-3 different ones. The thing you need to do first is find a building site.

If it's an up and coming building site then this is better as you will have more chance to offer your hot food service.

Once you have located a suitable location, simply ask the site manager who will be able to tell you if they have already arranged hot food services or not. Hopefully the answer will be no and from here you will be able to negotiate with the site manager all the necessary details.

Bear in mind that the building and construction industry is still recovering and it may be a little more difficult to find a building site. But saying that I worked on a Homebase site and apparently they are still building (even during the recession) a good number of stores each year. The same goes for Asda, Morrisons and Tesco.


Best of luck to you both!
David

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