The Correct Order
Open the corporate bank account
Use the exact legal company name. Bring the Georgia corporation papers, IRS EIN notice, identification, business email, phone, business plan and initial deposit.
Ask Capital City Bank for a preliminary equipment review
Request a $25,000-$30,000 fixed-rate commercial equipment loan. Ask whether the first review can be completed before a hard credit inquiry and whether an 84-month term is possible.
Contact Environmental Health before purchasing
Send the proposed menu, trailer layout and equipment list. Ask for the mobile-unit and base-of-operation plan-review requirements.
Get three itemized dealer quotes
Each quote must identify the exact trailer, VIN, stock number, equipment, weights, taxes, title, document fees and final out-the-door price.
Choose the final trailer only after review
Final financing normally requires the exact VIN and buyer’s order. Make the purchase contingent on financing, inspection, insurance and health acceptance.
Open US Foods after the bank and delivery/base address are ready
US Foods may ask for legal-business details, tax/resale information, banking information, commercial delivery address, expected weekly spend and delivery frequency.
Complete installation, fire and health inspections
No public service until the unit is permitted, insured and accepted by the required authorities.
Test Square, menu screens and supplier ordering
Use Square as the master menu and Netlify as the public website. Test every order, receipt, printer and payment link.
Soft opening before the September event
Run controlled service days, track speed and waste, and correct problems before the owner’s September 26 target.
Turnkey Mobile Kitchen Specification
| System | Required Planning Specification |
|---|---|
| Trailer | 7x14 or 7x16 tandem axle; exact VIN, title, manufacturer, year, GVWR, empty weight and completed weight. |
| Fish fryer | One 45-50 lb commercial liquid-propane floor fryer dedicated to fish. |
| Chicken fryer | One 45-50 lb commercial liquid-propane floor fryer dedicated to chicken. |
| Third fryer option | Only after the dealer, health reviewer, fire-suppression contractor and weight calculation confirm that it fits safely. A 7x16 is more realistic than a 7x14 for three fryers plus a griddle. |
| Burger grill | 24-36 inch commercial propane griddle, with final width selected after aisle-clearance and hood calculations. |
| Hood / suppression | Commercial hood sized for every grease-producing appliance and a certified wet-chemical fire-suppression system covering the final appliance lineup. |
| Cold storage | Commercial refrigerator and freezer capacity for fish, chicken, sauces, coleslaw, drinks and frozen products. |
| Sinks | Three-compartment sink, separate hand sink, hot and cold running water, approved water heater. |
| Water / waste | Potable-water and wastewater tanks sized for the menu and operating period. |
| Power / fuel | 50-amp system, correctly sized generator or approved shore power, propane cage, regulators and shutoffs. |
| Service | Concession window, POS station, order staging, shelving, lighting, ventilation and air conditioning. |
| Certifications | Commercial equipment identification and sanitation/listing information requested by the plan reviewer. |
What the Dealer Must Email
Ask for an itemized pro forma invoice or buyer’s order. This is a quote—not permission to run credit.
- Year, manufacturer, model, stock number and VIN
- Trailer dimensions, GVWR, empty weight and estimated completed weight
- Two installed 50-pound propane fryers, or a separate optional price for a third
- Griddle model and size
- Hood and certified suppression coverage
- Refrigerator, freezer, sinks, water tanks, electrical system and generator requirements
- Installation, taxes, title, registration and every dealer fee
- Complete out-the-door total and quote expiration date
- Written contingency for financing, inspection, insurance and health acceptance
Critical Timeline to September 26, 2026
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