Food Truck Procedures and Guidelines

Mobile Food Truck Vending Rules and Procedures

The University of Texas at Austin

Executive Sponsor: Vice President for Student Affairs

September 1, 2016

I. Mobile Food Truck Certification Process

  1. Vendors complete the online application located on the University Unions website and return the completed form to the University Unions Executive Director’s office.
  1. This application will be submitted to the Business and Contracts office of the University for approval.
  1. During the approval process, the vendor will be inspected by EHS and will also need to show proof of all applicable permits.
  1. Once approved by the Business and Contracts office, the vendor will pay the applicable fee as stated on the application and will then be added to the list of Approved Mobile Food Vendors.

II. Rules and Requirements

  1. Engagement – All food trucks will appear on campus at the designated recurring vending location (21st and Speedway) during the assigned time as administered by the University Unions. Exceptions to this will be when a vendor is permitted a temporary special event vending location when requested by a University department.
  1. Parking – There will be assigned areas for all mobile food trucks on campus. Food trucks are required to be removed from campus each day following their service time. When parked at the assigned location, food truck engines must remain off.
  1. Recurring Vending Location - The vendor will park at one of the two mobile food truck pads at 21st and Speedway when scheduled to be one of that days recurring food vendors. A map of these locations can be found online.
  2. Temporary Special Event Vending Locations – Departments may request a food truck for a special event. Departments will fill out a request form and then a location will be determined by University Unions (in conjunction with PTS, EHS, CCPM, UEFM, and UTPD)
  1. Permit – Food Trucks will visibly display all applicable permits at all times. These permits must be dated, timed, and location-specific.
  1. Noise – Food trucks are not permitted to emit music or other amplified sound unless pre-approved by the University.
  1. Glass – No food or beverages in glass bottles or other glass containers may be sold or given away by Food Trucks.
  2. Sustainability – Food Trucks must adhere to The University of Texas’ sustainability guidelines on Campus. The university’s focus is on reducing waste, actively promoting recycling, renewing valuable resources, conserving energy and water resources through its operations. For more information, visit https://sustainability.utexas.edu/.
  3. Alcohol Service – The sale of alcohol by all Food Trucks is strictly prohibited on campus. Food Trucks must comply with all Texas laws and the University of Texas policies. Officially, the University of Texas at Austin is an alcohol free campus. Read more specific alcohol policies at deanofstudents.utexas.edu/sa/downloads/InstRulesCh10.pdf
    Chapter 10, Sec.10 – 302, Use of Alcoholic Beverages
  4. Other Requests – Food Trucks must comply with all requests of the Department of Public Safety or University officials related to the safety of the Campus or the proper functioning of the University, including requests to leave Campus or relocate.
  1. EHS compliance – Food trucks must adhere to university, local, and state health and sanitation regulations at all times. Vendors are required to manage waste disposal in adherence to University policies. Food trucks are encouraged to provide only recyclable or compostable plates and flatware. Food trucks must also maintain the rules and regulations of food preparation as outlined on the Application form. (link)

III. Locations

  1. There will be two (2) designated areas for mobile food trucks on campus located at the Speedway Mall pedestrian area, located at 21st and Speedway. A map of these locations can be found online.
  2. Temporary Special Event Vending Locations will be determined and assigned by University Unions.

IV. Calendar

  1. There will be a calendar online that will show the assigned vendors for the two designated areas for mobile food trucks. This calendar will be administered by the University Unions.

V. Payment

  1. Food Trucks should have the ability to accept various forms of payment, such as cash, credit/debit cards, and Bevo Bucks (preferred but not required).