Executive Summary

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Company profile summary

Urban Bite is an existing, modern food wagon offering creative, metropolitan street‑food adapted to Canadian urban customers. Led by Director Carl Lucier, who brings hands‑on culinary experience, the business combines a low fixed‑infrastructure model with high operational flexibility (fixed weekday lunch site + event rotation + catering).

Investors and banks should support Urban Bite because the model requires comparatively modest capital, leverages local‑ingredient sourcing to command modest premium pricing, and is inherently scalable by replication of wagons.

Planned use of funds is targeted: equipment acquisition/modernization, wagon optimization, local marketing and partnerships, staff recruitment/training and working capital to mitigate seasonality.

Target financial objective: reach a steady‑state per‑wagon revenue in the CAD 314k–628k range within 3–5 years (equivalent to capturing 0.5–1.0% of the Montréal metro SAM), with clear pathways to replicate the unit economics across additional wagons.

Market study summary

The Canadian street‑vendor sector is estimated at CAD 418.5M in 2025 .

Montréal CMA (population ~4.615M) represents ~15% of CMA population, implying a Montréal SAM of ~CAD 62.8M for urban food‑truck demand.

Urban Bite targets the fastest‑growing segments:

• Daily urban lunch / quick service
• Events & festivals
• Catering

Average order tickets typically range CAD 10–18 and core customers skew 25–44 years old.

Competitive set includes established local trucks such as Grumman ’78 (high event visibility), Le Cheese Truck (strong niche and local‑ingredient story) and chef‑led pop‑ups like Mobile Europea (premium placements).

Market tailwinds that support Urban Bite’s positioning include:

• Premium/gourmet street food trends
• Plant‑forward options
• Digital ordering adoption
• Increased event monetization

These tailwinds align with the strategy to capture both tourists and young professionals through global flavor variety combined with local sourcing.

Marketing strategy summary

Target customers:

• Tourists seeking novel, affordable experiences
• Young urban professionals needing fast, quality weekday lunches

Hybrid go‑to‑market approach:

1. Secure a consistent weekday lunch location in a high‑density office/tourist corridor to drive repeat visits
2. Rotate monthly to high‑traffic festivals and event circuits to capture tourist spikes
3. Build a B2B catering channel for corporate lunches and private events to stabilize revenue

Marketing channels include:

• Local SEO and social media storytelling (showcasing local suppliers and rotating “city‑of‑the‑month” menus)
• Digital ordering and pre‑order integrations to reduce queue times
• Targeted partnerships with local businesses and event organizers
• Seasonal pop‑ups / covered pods for off‑season sales

Key messages: global metropolitan flavors, fresh local ingredients, speed + quality, and a plant‑forward option — positioning Urban Bite for measurable growth in footfall, average ticket, and repeat rate.

Market Study

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1) Market overview — size, growth and key segments

• Canadian street-food / food-truck industry size: industry revenue for the Canadian “street vendors” / food-truck sector is estimated at CAD ~418.5 million in 2025. This figure reflects kiosk, cart and truck outlets across Canada and includes festival, event and daily-street operations.
• North‑American / global context and growth rates: the global food‑truck / mobile-food market is commonly estimated in the low single‑digit billions USD range with a mid‑single-digit CAGR. Representative industry analyses report a food‑truck market size of roughly USD 5–5.8 billion (2024–2025 base) and a CAGR in the ~6% range for the next several years; North America is a leading region. These benchmarks indicate sustained expansion driven by urbanization, experiential dining and events.

Market segments relevant to a gourmet urban food wagon:

• Daily urban lunch & quick service (office districts, transit corridors) — high frequency, lower average ticket (CAD ~10–18).
• Events & festivals (seasonal peak revenues per unit; single‑day spikes common).
• Catering & private events (higher ticket, repeat B2B relationships).
• Tourist / leisure locations (Old city cores, parks; price‑sensitive tourists seeking local/novel experiences).
• Menu categories showing the fastest adoption: ethnic/fusion street food, plant‑based/vegetarian options, and premium snack items. Report data show fast‑food and ethnic/fusion concepts dominate food‑truck cuisine share, with plant‑based segments growing faster than the market average.

2) Quantitative customer and geographic characteristics

• Urban concentration: Canada’s major CMAs concentrate the opportunity — for example Montréal CMA population was ~4.62 million (July 1, 2024), while the combined population of Canada’s CMAs exceeded 30.89 million in 2024; food‑truck demand is highly correlated with dense urban populations and event calendars. Urban tourists plus working professionals are therefore the core footfall base.
• Typical customer profile (quantified): industry surveys and POS data indicate average order tickets at food trucks commonly range CAD 10–18 and the core demographic skew is 25–44 years old (millennial + younger Gen X / Gen Z), who account for a large share of visits to mobile food vendors. This aligns with the declared target of tourists and young urban professionals.

3) TAM / SAM / SOM analysis

TAM (Total Addressable Market)

TAM — Canada street‑food / food‑truck market: Using the industry revenue estimate for Canadian street vendors, the TAM is CAD ~418.5 million (2025 industry revenue). This represents the total annual spend in the Canadian market segment that a 100%‑capture food‑truck operator model would address. Key source: IBISWorld industry revenue estimate.

SAM (Serviceable Addressable Market)

SAM — urban metro focus and realistic geography: Urban Bite’s model targets major Canadian urban centres (tourists + young professionals). Using population share as a proxy for demand concentration, Montréal CMA (4.615M / 30.893M CMA population) represents roughly 15% of CMA population, which implies a Montréal‑metro SAM of approximately 15% of national street‑food revenue — CAD ≈ 62.8 million (0.15 × CAD 418.5M). Factors that restrict SAM relative to TAM:

• Geography: a single‑wagon or a small cluster can only service one metro at a time; national reach would require replication.
• Regulation & permitting: municipal licensing limits and zone rules reduce available selling days/locations.
• Seasonality: Canadian winters compress street‑food demand into warmer months unless winterized/pod strategies are used.

These constraints make a city‑level SAM a practical planning metric for initial growth.

SOM (Serviceable Obtainable Market)

• Reasoned estimate: with one well‑located, well‑marketed food wagon in a major CMA and execution focused on lunch corridors, event circuits and corporate catering, a reasonable 3‑ to 5‑year SOM is between 0.5% and 1.0% of the city SAM. Applied to the Montréal SAM above (CAD ≈ 62.8M), that implies a reachable revenue range of approximately CAD 314k – CAD 628k annually for the wagon in steady state (year 3–5), before deliberate fleet expansion.
• Justification: industry benchmarks place typical per‑truck annual revenues in a band that supports these figures (average unit revenues in North American reports commonly cited in the ~USD 290k–346k range; smaller Canadian operations often sit below North American averages, so the 0.5–1.0% SAM range produces a conservative-to-ambitious projection compatible with refereed per‑unit figures). Key drivers supporting the upper end are strong location, event participation, and B2B catering contracts; downside risks that reduce the attainable share are permitting constraints, intense local competition and seasonality.

4) Emerging industry trends and impacts (with opportunities)

• Trend: Premium / gourmet street food and ethnic fusion continue to grow. Impact: supports Urban Bite’s positioning as a metropolitan, internationally inspired menu. Opportunity: menu experimentation and rotating “city-of-the-month” offerings that drive repeat visits and social media virality.
• Trend: Plant‑based and health‑forward options are growing faster than average. Impact: capturing young professionals who prioritize healthier/ethical choices. Opportunity: include 1–2 plant‑forward signature items to broaden appeal and increase weekday repeat visits.
• Trend: Digital ordering, pre‑orders and cashless payments. Impact: reduces queue times and increases throughput during lunch rushes. Opportunity: implement pre‑order / pickup windows and integrate with delivery/corporate ordering platforms to smooth low‑season revenue.
• Trend: Event & catering monetization (festivals, corporate lunches). Impact: high margin, high‑volume days and brand exposure. Opportunity: formalize event partnerships and an event/catering sales channel to stabilize cash flow outside peak street hours.
• Trend: Sustainability & local sourcing. Impact: customers (especially tourists and younger segments) reward local‑ingredient provenance. Opportunity: explicit local‑supplier storytelling on menu and packaging as a brand differentiator.

5) Direct competitors (2–3 local examples)

Note: competitors selected reflect an urban Canadian (Montréal) food‑truck ecosystem as comparable models to Urban Bite’s cuisine and operating style.

Grumman ’78 (Montreal)

• Specialization / positioning: high‑visibility, fusion tacos and globally inspired handhelds with a strong street identity; positioned as a beloved local taco/truck brand for tourists and local foodies.
• Typical offerings: creative tacos (e.g., bahn mi, curry, fish), rotating specials; presence at festivals and prime street locations.
• Approximate local share: public market‑level share data are not published; as a marquee truck its share of footfall at targeted events is meaningfully above average for a single unit (regular festival headliner). Evidence of high visibility appears in repeated local media coverage.

Le Cheese Truck (Montreal)

• Specialization / positioning: narrow, strong niche in cheese‑centric comfort foods (grilled cheese, mac & cheese, poutine variations); appeals to families, tourists and comfort‑food seekers.
• Typical offerings: gourmet grilled cheese, mac & cheese bowls, poutine variants; operates events and fixed pop‑up locations.
• Approximate local share: niche specialist with consistent local coverage and reviews (public listings showing 100+ reviews on local directories), indicating steady demand in its niche.

Mobile Europea (Montreal; chef-affiliated pop‑up)

• Specialization / positioning: chef‑driven French bistro street pop‑up backed by an established restaurant brand (Europa/chef Jérôme Ferrer); positioned toward premium/festival clientele.
• Typical offerings: elevated, restaurant‑style small plates adapted to festival/pop‑up service (shrimp risotto, refined poutine).
• Approximate local share: as a chef‑affiliated pop‑up, it captures premium event placements and higher average ticket at those events; overall market share in daily street vending is limited by episodic operating model.

6) Strengths and weaknesses — each competitor

Grumman ’78

Strengths

• Brand recognition and media presence: repeatedly cited in local “best of” guides and festival lineups since at least the early 2010s, generating dependable event demand and tourist curiosity. This reputation reduces customer acquisition cost for them and increases per‑event throughput.
• High event throughput capability: regular festival headliner status implies ability to handle large crowds and generate outsized single‑day revenue spikes. Example: trucks that headline large festivals frequently report daily event yields that exceed typical weekday sales by 3–10x.

Weaknesses

• Menu expectation gap for repeat weekday customers: strong identity as a taco/fusion truck can limit weekday repeat purchases among office workers seeking greater variety or predictable day‑to‑day menus; reliance on novelty reduces frequency per customer.
• Seasonal and location dependency: heavy dependence on festival circuits and central summer locations makes revenue volatile in winter months and outside festival season; without winterization or off‑season channels, monthly revenue variance is high.

Le Cheese Truck

Strengths

• Clear niche with product focus: specialization in cheese‑centric items simplifies operations and supply chain and fosters repeat customers; directory listings show consistent customer reviews (100+ reviews), indicating stable local traction.
• Local ingredient story: public coverage emphasizes use of Quebec cheeses — a tangible quality claim that supports premium pricing and tourist appeal for “local” culinary experiences.

Weaknesses

• Narrow menu limits crossover customers: heavy focus on cheese excludes customers seeking lighter or plant‑based options, constraining market breadth and weekday frequency among health‑oriented professionals.
• Event / pop‑up operating model leads to revenue unpredictability: reliance on scheduled events and pop‑ups can create uneven weekly revenue and complicate staffing/inventory planning.

Mobile Europea

Strengths

• Chef/restaurant affiliation: association with an established fine‑dining brand and chef confers quality signaling that supports premium price points at events; chef‑led pop‑ups commonly charge 20–50% higher average tickets than generic trucks at the same event.
• Ability to access premium placements: restaurant affiliation opens doors to curated festivals, private events and partnerships with hospitality brands — channels that produce higher margin contracts.

Weaknesses

• Episodic presence / low frequency: premium pop‑ups are often episodic; they do not generate the same daily footfall as a wagon located in a business corridor, limiting long‑term brand habituation among local office workers and commuters.
• Higher cost structure per serving: restaurant‑grade ingredients and chef staffing raise per‑unit costs, which can compress margins unless event pricing or catering contracts offset the higher input costs. This can limit scalability for a low‑margin daily lunch model.

7) Summary of competitive advantages — 3 to 4 principal advantages

Based on Urban Bite’s concept (modern food wagon, international street-food reinvention, fresh local ingredients, flexibility for events and pre‑orders), the main competitive advantages are:

• Menu diversity inspired by global metropolises plus local ingredients — benefit to customer: wider choice and discovery value (higher likelihood to convert tourists and urban foodies into customers compared with narrow‑menu trucks). This increases average order frequency for groups and tourists seeking novelty.
• Operational flexibility (strategic fixed‑day location + rotation to events + pre‑order option) — benefit to customer: consistent weekday availability for young professionals (speed + quality) and presence at high‑traffic events for tourists, smoothing revenue while maximizing reach. This addresses a key competitor weakness (event dependence / seasonality).
• Local sourcing + creative culinary positioning — benefit to customer: perceived higher quality/freshness and authentic local provenance (appeals to both tourists and ethically/quality‑driven professionals), enabling modest premium pricing and stronger margins.
• Low fixed‑infrastructure cost with scale potential (replicable wagon model) — benefit to investor/customer: ability to scale by duplication to other high‑density urban nodes, enabling faster expansion of availability to customers and improved service density for corporate and event contracts. This leverages the lower capital intensity of wagons vs. brick‑and‑mortar.

8) Implications & recommended focus areas

• Locations & partnerships: prioritize a weekday lunch site in a dense office/tourist corridor plus a disciplined event calendar (monthly festival rotations and targeted corporate catering accounts) to reach the SOM targets. Evidence shows event days can materially boost annual unit revenue when combined with steady weekday sales.
• Menu engineering: retain 2–3 core signature handhelds plus 1–2 plant‑forward items and rotating “city” features to improve repeat behaviour among local professionals while keeping tourist appeal. Trend data supports adding plant‑forward options and local sourcing claims.
• Off‑season revenue: develop winter pop‑ups (covered market pods or partner indoor pop‑ups), B2B catering packages and pre‑order subscriptions to reduce seasonal volatility documented across Canadian food‑truck operators.

Sources and notes on data limitations

• Key sources used: IBISWorld (Canada street vendors revenue estimate), Grand View Research / industry reports on the global / North American food‑truck market, Statistics Canada population estimates for CMAs (July 1, 2024), and multiple local Montreal food‑scene publications for competitor context and examples.
• Limitations: precise local market share figures for individual independent food trucks are not publicly reported; competitor market‑share estimates are therefore qualitative and supported by media coverage, directory listings and festival placement evidence. Where exact financials or unit counts were not publicly available, conservative ranges and contextual industry benchmarks were used and explicitly flagged above.

Situation Analysis

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1. Industry overview

Overview

• Overview

  • - The Canadian street‑food / food‑truck sector is an established but growing niche: industry revenue is estimated at CAD ~418.5 million in 2025 (IBISWorld). Globally, the mobile‑food market is roughly USD 5–5.8 billion (2024–2025 base) with an approximate ~6% CAGR, underscoring sustained demand driven by urbanization and experiential dining (Grand View Research).

  • - Urban concentration matters: Canada’s CMAs concentrate demand — Montréal CMA (≈4.62M population, July 1, 2024) represents ~15% of CMA population and implies a city‑level street‑food SAM of roughly CAD 62.8M (0.15 × CAD 418.5M) for operators targeting Montréal.

Barriers to entry

• - Regulatory and permitting hurdles: municipal vending permits and zonal restrictions limit days/locations and increase time‑to‑market.

  • Mitigation: secure a stable weekday lunch permit in a high‑footfall corridor and develop formal event/catering agreements to offset permit variability.

  • Example: municipal licensing typically restricts selling locations and hours, so reliance solely on festival circuits risks uneven weekly revenue.

• - Capital and equipment costs (specialized wagon fit‑out, refrigeration, health & safety compliance): initial capital outlay is lower than brick‑and‑mortar but still material for professional kitchen build and winterization.

  • Mitigation: prioritize phased spend (core kitchen + point‑of‑sale systems first), seek lease/used equipment, and allocate funds for winter pop‑ups or covered pods.

• - Operational know‑how and supplier networks: consistent access to fresh local ingredients and scalable recipes is required to deliver quality at speed.

  • Mitigation: lock strategic supplier partnerships with local producers and standardize recipe cost cards to control margins.

Factors of differentiation

• - Menu diversity anchored in global metropolitan inspiration + local sourcing: offering signature international handhelds plus local ingredient provenance differentiates from niche or single‑item trucks (e.g., cheese‑centric or pure taco trucks).

  • Example: differentiated positioning increases appeal to both tourists seeking novelty and professionals seeking consistent quality.

• - Operational flexibility: strategic fixed‑day location for weekday lunch, rotation to events/festivals, and integrated pre‑order/catering channel create a hybrid model that reduces seasonality risk and increases revenue density.

  • Example: well‑executed event participation can yield single‑day revenues 3–10× typical weekday sales; coupling this with steady weekday location smooths annual throughput.

• - Low‑infrastructure scalability: the wagon model enables replication across urban nodes at lower capital intensity than restaurants, supporting faster roll‑out where market proves successful.

Opportunities and threats (industry level)

• Opportunities

  • - Premium/ethnic fusion demand and plant‑forward adoption provide menu expansion potential and higher average tickets.
  • - Digital ordering and B2B catering channels enable revenue smoothing outside peak street hours.

• Threats

  • - Seasonality in Canadian markets compresses street‑food demand to warmer months unless winterized strategies are implemented.
  • - Intensifying local competition and rising input/labour costs can compress margins; municipal regulation and limited prime vending slots constrain growth pace.

2. Key market trends (3–4, with impact analysis)

Trend 1 — Premium / gourmet and ethnic fusion street food

• Context & importance: Consumers increasingly seek novel, restaurant‑quality street fare; industry reports show gourmet and fusion concepts leading adoption in mobile food.

• Impact on market: Drives willingness to pay modest premiums and increases festival/event placement demand; positions top trucks as destination vendors.

• Impact on Urban Bite: Urban Bite's international, metropolitan menu directly leverages this trend—opportunity to test rotating “city‑of‑the‑month” features to drive repeat visits and social media virality.

Trend 2 — Plant‑based and health‑forward options

• Context & importance: Plant‑forward segments grow faster than the market average; younger urban demographics prioritize healthier/ethical choices.

• Impact on market: Expands customer base and weekday repeatability among professionals seeking lighter options; supports premium pricing for perceived healthier offerings.

• Impact on Urban Bite: Introducing 1–2 signature plant‑forward items can broaden appeal and target a goal of having plant‑forward items represent 10–15% of weekday sales within 12 months.

Trend 3 — Digital ordering, pre‑orders and cashless payments

• Context & importance: Mobile POS, pre‑order apps and contactless pay are now standard; they reduce queues and increase throughput during lunch peaks.

• Impact on market: Raises customer expectations for speed; enables higher transactions per hour and better data capture for repeat marketing.

• Impact on Urban Bite: Implementing pre‑order pickup windows and integrating with corporate ordering/delivery platforms can increase lunch‑hour throughput by 20–40% and lower perceived wait times.

Trend 4 — Event & catering monetization

• Context & importance: Festivals and corporate catering deliver outsized revenues per operating day; many leading trucks rely on a blend of daily service and events.

• Impact on market: Provides high‑margin, high‑volume revenue spikes that materially boost annual unit revenues.

• Impact on Urban Bite: Formalizing an events & catering sales channel (target: 8–12 large events/year and 6–10 corporate contracts in year 1–3) will stabilize cash flow and accelerate customer acquisition.

3. SWOT (FFOM) analysis

Strengths — What the business does well

• Culinary positioning and product quality: Urban Bite combines internationally inspired handhelds with local ingredients, delivering a unique menu breadth compared with niche specialists (e.g., cheese truck or single‑cuisine trucks). This supports both tourist discovery and group orders.

• Operational flexibility and scalable model: Balanced strategy (weekday fixed‑day + event rotation + pre‑order/catering) reduces revenue volatility and enables replication. The low capital intensity of the wagon model supports fleet expansion with lower fixed costs.

• Speed and value proposition: Menu engineered for quick service and average ticket compatibility with lunch market (target ticket CAD 10–18) aligns with the core demographic of 25–44 year‑olds.

• Leadership and lean structure: Experienced culinary leadership (Director with kitchen experience) and a lightweight operational structure facilitate rapid iterative menu testing and expansion.

Weaknesses — Areas requiring improvement

• Location dependence and permit exposure: Current business is sensitive to the chosen wagon location; losing a weekday site or facing permit constraints would significantly reduce daily footfall.

• Seasonality vulnerability: Canadian winter compresses the selling season unless winter pop‑ups or indoor partnerships are established.

• Limited scale of brand awareness initially: As a single wagon, customer acquisition depends heavily on local marketing, events, and partnerships; social proof and repeat frequency must be developed.

• Operational capacity constraints: Small team model can create service bottlenecks during simultaneous high‑volume events and lunch rushes unless staffing and processes are formalized.

Opportunities — External factors to exploit (short & long term)

• Capture city SAM share: Target a SOM of 0.5–1.0% of Montréal SAM within 3–5 years, implying annual revenues in the CAD 314k–628k range for a well‑located wagon. Operational target: achieve ~80–180 transactions/day during active days (based on average ticket CAD 14), depending on event participation and seasonality.

• Product line expansion: Add 1–2 plant‑forward signature items and rotating “city” features to increase weekday repeat rate and social media traction. Target: plant‑forward items to reach 10–15% of weekday sales within 12 months.

• Off‑season stabilization: Develop winterized pop‑ups or partner with indoor markets and secure B2B catering contracts to reduce monthly revenue variance; aim to secure at least one long‑term corporate catering client generating CAD 30k–75k/year within 18 months.

• Digital enablement: Implement pre‑order and integrated POS to increase lunch throughput by 20–40% and gather customer data for targeted promotions.

Threats — External risks to monitor

• Permit and regulatory constraints: Municipal rules limiting locations/hours can cap revenue growth; advocacy and early permit acquisition are required.

• Competitive intensity from established trucks: High‑visibility local incumbents (e.g., marquee taco/fusion or niche specialist trucks) can capture event headliner slots and tourist attention, raising customer acquisition costs.

• Cost pressures: Inflation in food inputs and labour could compress margins; need for regular menu cost reviews and supplier negotiation.

• Weather and seasonality: Inclement weather and short warm seasons materially reduce daily sales; without effective winter strategies, monthly revenues can swing dramatically.

Actionable implications and measurable near‑term objectives

• - Secure and formalize one weekday high‑footfall lunch location within 90 days to establish base revenue.

• - Implement a digital pre‑order and POS system within 60 days to target a 25% reduction in peak wait times and a 20–30% increase in throughput by month 6.

• - Launch 2 plant‑forward items and a rotating “city” special within the first quarter post‑funding; measure adoption and aim for plant‑forward share of 10–15% of weekday sales in 12 months.

• - Target 8–12 festival/event placements and 6–10 corporate catering contracts within 12 months to move toward the SOM revenue band (CAD 314k–628k) in year 3–5.

This Situation Analysis provides a focused assessment of the market dynamics, practical differentiation levers, and measurable targets Urban Bite should pursue to convert the identified SAM into a defensible SOM while mitigating the principal regulatory and seasonality risks.

Marketing strategy

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Commercial objectives

Introduction

Urban Bite’s vision is to become the leading metropolitan street‑food wagon in its launch CMA by delivering globally inspired, high‑quality handhelds prepared with fresh local ingredients, while remaining highly adaptable to events and corporate demand. Objectives are defined on a short (0–12 months), medium (1–3 years) and long (3–5 years) horizon to align operational ramp, revenue targets and scale decisions with its low‑capex, replicable wagon model. These objectives are critical to secure investor confidence, stabilize cash flow across seasons and build the brand equity needed for rapid duplication.

Commercial objectives — measurement and timing

Urban Bite will measure success through clear KPIs: monthly and annual revenue, average ticket value, daily transaction counts, repeat customer rate, number of secured catering/corporate contracts, share of revenue from events, and social/marketing engagement metrics (followers, pre‑orders). Timelines: short term (0–12 months) focuses on site stabilization and baseline sales; medium term (12–36 months) targets steady‑state unit revenue consistent with the industry SOM; long term (36–60 months) targets fleet expansion and market share growth.

Short-term objectives (0–12 months)

1. Secure and validate a flagship weekday lunch location and achieve consistent monthly revenue of CAD 18,000–22,000 within 12 months by optimizing hours, menu mix and a pre‑order pickup window. Success measured by monthly revenue, average ticket (target CAD 12–16), and weekday daily transaction average (target 60–90). This establishes break‑even and provides data to refine pricing and menu engineering.

2. Build a local customer base: reach 1,500 unique loyalty program members and 3,000 social media followers in the first 12 months to support repeat visits and word‑of‑mouth. Measured by loyalty signups, repeat purchase rate (target 20% within 3 months) and social engagement metrics.

Medium-term objectives (12–36 months)

1. Achieve annual wagon revenue of CAD 350,000 by year 3 through a combined mix: weekday lunch sales, 30–40 event appearances per season, and recurring B2B catering. Measured by annual revenue, % revenue from catering/events (target 25–35%), and number of contracted corporate clients (target 10–15 active accounts).

2. Improve unit economics: drive average ticket to CAD 14–18 and increase gross margin via menu engineering and local supplier agreements. Measured by average ticket, gross margin %, and food cost % improvements quarter‑over‑quarter.

Long-term objectives (36–60 months)

1. Scale to a small fleet of 3 replicated wagons in the same metro or adjacent CMAs, targeting combined annual revenue ≥ CAD 1.0M by year 5. Measured by number of operational units, consolidated revenue, and average revenue per unit compared to target SOM benchmarks.

2. Institutionalize off‑season revenue channels: establish winter pop‑ups or indoor pods and secure 20 recurring corporate catering contracts to reduce seasonality variance by 30% vs. year‑one baseline. Measured by off‑season revenue as % of annual revenue and number of recurring contracts.

Segmentation, targeting and positioning

Introduction (general)

Segmentation, targeting and positioning allow Urban Bite to identify high‑value customer groups, focus marketing resources efficiently and create a differentiated offer that resonates in a crowded urban food scene. A disciplined STP approach increases conversion, repeat visitation and the return on marketing spend by matching product, channel and messaging to clearly defined audience needs.

Segmentation

Introduction

Segmentation is essential to divide the metropolitan market into homogeneous groups whose needs and purchase behaviors differ. This enables tailored menu engineering, location planning and promotional tactics so Urban Bite can convert tourists, regular office customers and event buyers with higher efficiency and lower acquisition cost.

Segment 1 — Young Urban Professionals (Weekday Lunch)

• Needs: fast service during lunch windows; consistent quality and perceived value; healthier/occasionally indulgent options that fit short breaks.
• Demographics: age 25–44, full‑time professionals in downtown office districts, often single or small households, moderate disposable income but time‑constrained.
• Purchase behaviors: purchase frequency concentrated weekdays; value speed and cashless/pre‑order options; influenced by peer recommendations and local online reviews; responsive to loyalty offers and convenience messaging.

Segment 2 — Urban Tourists & leisure visitors

• Needs: novel, local/Instagrammable food experiences; mid‑priced meals that offer discovery; accessible service with clear menu storytelling.
• Demographics: varied age 18–45, visiting downtown/cultural districts, often traveling in groups, price‑sensitive but experience‑driven.
• Purchase behaviors: purchase concentrated near tourist sites and festivals; influenced by social media, local guides and “best of” lists; tend to buy groupable, sharable items and higher average ticket for novelty items.

Segment 3 — Events & corporate clients (Catering / Private Events)

• Needs: reliable delivery and service for events; consistent quality at scale; customizable menus and competitive pricing for corporate budgets.
• Demographics: corporate buyers (HR, office managers), event organizers, hospitality partners; typically procurement decisions by teams in medium/large firms or festival organizers.
• Purchase behaviors: periodic, higher‑ticket purchases; search via vendor directories, referrals and past event performance; decisions influenced by testimonials, menu flexibility and proven logistics.

Ciblage (Targeting)

Introduction

Targeting prioritizes the segments that offer the best combination of revenue potential, stability and strategic fit so marketing and sales resources can be concentrated where ROI is highest. Prioritizing segments reduces scattershot marketing and accelerates penetration in high‑value channels.

Priority segments

Urban Bite will prioritize: 1) Young Urban Professionals (Weekday Lunch) and 2) Events & Corporate Clients (Catering/Private Events).

Why these segments

• Young Urban Professionals: high visit frequency, predictable weekday demand, and potential for loyalty programs that stabilize cash flow. Capturing this segment supports consistent baseline revenue and helps meet SOM targets for a single wagon.
• Events & Corporate Clients: high average ticket and margin opportunities, ability to deliver revenue concentration on event days, and pathway to recurring contracts that smooth seasonality and support scaling.

Approach — Young Urban Professionals

Why priority: delivers daily predictable transactions and builds habitual behavior; acquisition cost per repeat visit falls rapidly with loyalty programs.

Strategy actions (2–3):

1. Establish a fixed weekday lunch location with an express pre‑order/pickup lane and a weekday “lunch combo” priced at CAD 12–16; promote via geotargeted social ads (radius 1–3 km) and LinkedIn sponsored posts near office clusters.
2. Launch a digital loyalty program (mobile/email) offering every 9th lunch free and lunchtime flash offers to increase repeat rate to 20–25%.
3. Implement POS analytics to track peak times and adjust staffing/menu to maintain ≤8‑minute service time for pre‑orders.

Approach — Events & corporate clients

Why priority: higher margin per transaction and concentrated revenue spikes that materially boost annual unit revenue when combined with steady weekday sales.

Strategy actions (2–3):

1. Develop standardized catering packages and SLA pricing for corporate lunches and small events; conduct targeted B2B outreach to office property management firms and HR teams in the CMA to secure recurring contracts.
2. Build partnerships with 6–8 local event organizers and festival promoters and offer pilot placements or revenue‑share models to prove capacity; use event case studies and post‑event metrics to close larger contracts.

Positioning

Introduction

Positioning ensures Urban Bite occupies a clear and distinct place in customers’ minds versus single‑niche trucks and episodic pop‑ups. A strong, consistently communicated position emphasizes the unique combination of global inspiration, local sourcing and operational reliability for both daily lunches and events.

Unique value proposition

Urban Bite delivers “globally inspired street food, executed fast and locally sourced” — gourmet handhelds and urban snacks that combine metropolitan flavor diversity with fresh Quebec produce, served from a dependable wagon at a weekday lunch site and scaled for festivals and corporate catering. This proposition answers both the need for quick, high‑quality daily meals and memorable event catering.

Market positioning statement

Positioned as the metropolitan, high‑quality street‑food wagon that is both fast and creative — “Gourmet global street food, ready when the city is hungry.”

Key competitive advantages

• Approach personalized: Urban Bite offers customizable handhelds (protein/veg swaps), curated daily specials and a loyalty program that remembers customer preferences; staff training emphasizes suggestive sell and speed, delivering a tailored experience for frequent lunch buyers.
• Technological innovation: deployment of a modern POS with pre‑order/reservation windows, cashless & contactless payments, geotargeted mobile promotions, and integration options for corporate ordering platforms to streamline B2B sales.
• Team expertise: led by an experienced culinary director with hands‑on kitchen leadership, the team applies restaurant‑grade techniques scaled for wagon operations to ensure consistent quality and rapid service; training protocols standardize recipes and plating for repeatability.
• Service flexibility: hybrid model combining a fixed weekday site, rotating event calendar, pop‑up winter options and modular catering packages; pricing tiers for on‑site pickup, delivery and event service enable clients to choose based on urgency and scale.

Examples of market communication

• Use “City‑of‑the‑Month” social campaign and rotating menu cards to showcase global inspirations and local suppliers (supplier tags like “Quebec potato / Local cheese”).
• Publish short case studies and testimonials from early corporate catering clients and festival appearances showing throughput metrics (e.g., “served 600 guests in 6 hours at X festival”) to support B2B credibility.
• Deploy in‑stall signage and digital menus emphasizing speed and provenance (“Ready in under 8 minutes • Local ingredients”) and feature customer reviews prominently on social channels and the loyalty app.

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Sales strategy

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Process of sale

1. Market presence & lead generation (location-first acquisition)

   Urban Bite prioritizes consistent weekday visibility in a dense office/tourist corridor to generate repeat footfall and organic leads. The wagon will operate at a fixed lunch location 4–5 days per week while rotating to high‑visibility events and festival slots on weekends.

   Target metrics include securing one fixed corridor location with minimum 200–300 daily pedestrians of target demographics, booking 2–4 festival appearances monthly in peak season, and achieving 1,000 social followers within six months. Leads from walk‑ups, social engagement, and event exposure are captured via POS/email signup incentives and geo‑targeted ads to feed the sales funnel.

2. Ordering engagement & conversion (onsite + digital)

   Conversion focuses on fast, frictionless transactions: a branded mobile POS for contactless payments, a streamlined menu with 2–3 signature handhelds, 1–2 plant‑forward options and daily “city” special. Digital channels include pre‑order via web/app, delivery partnerships (e.g., DoorDash/Uber Eats), and corporate ordering portals.

   • KPI targets: average transaction time under 90 seconds for walk‑ups, digital pre‑orders comprising 25% of lunch volume within 12 months, and an average ticket of CAD 12–16.
   • Staff training: emphasizes upsell scripts for bundles to lift average order value by 10–15%.

3. Fulfillment & service excellence (operational delivery)

   Fulfillment integrates kitchen throughput, inventory controls and customer experience. Standard operating procedures define prep windows for pre‑orders, expedite lanes for pick‑ups and a quality checklist for event service where demand spikes 3–10x weekday volumes.

   • Operational KPIs: order accuracy >98%, average service time for pre‑orders under five minutes, and food waste under 5% of inventory value.
   • Logistics: a local commissary supports daily staging; supplier schedules align with forecasted event calendars to avoid stockouts while minimizing perishable spoilage.

4. Retention, upsell & B2B expansion (post‑sale monetization)

   Post‑sale conversion focuses on loyalty, repeat frequency and higher‑margin B2B contracts. Tactics include an email re‑engagement program, a simple loyalty punch system for weekday customers and targeted outreach to nearby offices for corporate lunch programs.

   • Sales metrics: increase repeat‑visit rate to 25% of customers within 12 months, secure at least five recurring corporate catering clients in year one, and derive 20–30% of annual revenue from events and B2B channels by year three.
   • Tracking: CRM links transactions to marketing campaigns to measure lifetime value and optimize acquisition spend.

Strategy — Product

Urban Bite develops a compact, high‑impact product line combining gourmet sandwiches and urban snacks using fresh, local ingredients. Core products are 2–3 signature handhelds designed for speed and consistency, supplemented by seasonal “city” features that rotate monthly to encourage repeat visits.

Plant‑forward items and one vegetarian snack item target health‑minded professionals. Benefits include rapid service (under 2 minutes for grab‑and‑go), discovery value for tourists, and provenance storytelling (Quebec suppliers) that supports modest premium pricing.

Positioning versus competitors: broader global flavors than niche trucks, and more consistent weekday availability than pop‑up chefs, enabling both tourist appeal and lunch reliability.

Strategy — Price

Pricing is a value‑oriented premium strategy anchored to target customer willingness and operational costs. Baseline prices target CAD 10–18 per transaction: staple handhelds priced CAD 10–13, premium/large combos CAD 14–18, and event/catering rates set at 20–40% above street prices for margin capture.

Key pricing inputs include ingredient COGS (local sourcing increases COGS by an estimated 10–15% vs commodity suppliers), labor and variable event fees. Urban Bite will target a gross margin of 60%+ on core items by optimizing portioning and supplier deals.

• Differential tactics: weekday bundle promotions (e.g., sandwich + side + drink at a 10–15% discount) to boost average ticket; dynamic event pricing for festivals where single‑day yields can be 3–10x typical sales; and negotiated fixed pricing contracts for B2B catering to stabilize revenue.
• Promotional cadence: measured discounts (limited‑time city feature pricing) rather than persistent low pricing to preserve perceived quality.
• Price governance: monthly price reviews aligned with supplier contracts, waste rates and sales mix will guide adjustments, with the explicit objective of reaching an average ticket of CAD 14 within 12 months and annual revenue in the CAD 314k–628k SOM band by year three to five.

Strategy — Distribution

Distribution blends on‑site retail, event circuits, delivery partnerships and B2B catering to maximize reach across target segments. Primary channel: a fixed weekday wagon location in a dense office/tourist corridor open 4–5 days/week to capture lunch rushes.

Secondary channels: scheduled participation in 2–4 monthly festivals/events during peak season, and a focused corporate catering pipeline serving lunches and meetings. Tertiary channels: third‑party delivery platforms for evenings and offsite consumption, and winterized pop‑ups or covered market pods to mitigate seasonality.

• Inventory & logistics: rely on a small commissary for staging, same‑week supplier ordering with two‑day lead times, and strict cold‑chain procedures; target inventory coverage is 48–72 hours to reduce spoilage.
• Stock control: par levels per menu item, daily prep lists derived from POS forecasts, and waste thresholds (<5%) to trigger supplier renegotiation.
• Staffing: schedules synchronize with event calendars to avoid overstaffing on low days and ensure peak throughput during festivals.
• KPI monitoring: daily sales per channel, fill‑rate, stockouts, and delivery fulfillment time to optimize distribution mix and maximize per‑day yield.

Strategy — Advertising

Tactic 1: Social media & content marketing

Urban Bite will prioritize Instagram and TikTok to reach tourists and young professionals through visual storytelling: daily menu posts, behind‑the‑scenes supplier features, and short reels highlighting “city of the month” specials. Paid geo‑targeted ads around the fixed location will drive lunchtime traffic; organic UGC campaigns encourage customers to tag the wagon for a chance to win free meals.

• Objectives: 20% monthly follower growth for six months, 25% of digital orders originating from social referrals, and a 3% conversion rate on paid geo‑ads.
• Measurement: via UTM links, promo codes, and POS source tagging to attribute spend to orders.
• Implementation: content calendar, one paid campaign per month, and influencer collaborations for key festivals.

Tactic 2: Local partnerships & event sponsorships

Targeted partnerships with local festivals, tourism boards and neighborhood businesses will amplify visibility to tourists and office workers. Urban Bite will sponsor one neighborhood event per quarter and secure 2–4 festival slots per month in peak season. Messaging emphasizes local sourcing, global flavors and fast weekday service.

• Objectives: generate at least 15% of annual revenue from event appearances and achieve 20 new corporate leads per quarter from partnered festivals.
• Success measurement: event ROI (revenue per event vs. cost), new email signups, and subsequent repeat purchases tracked in the CRM.
• Implementation: partner outreach calendar, standardized event pricing packages, and shared promotion agreements.

Tactic 3: Corporate direct sales & email marketing

A direct B2B sales program targets nearby offices and meeting planners with standardized catering menus, recurring lunch subscriptions and bulk pre‑order discounts. Sales reps will prospect 50 target companies within a 2 km radius in the first six months. Email campaigns will deliver weekly lunch specials and corporate loyalty incentives.

• Objectives: sign five recurring corporate clients in year one and generate 20% of weekday revenue from contracts by year three.
• Metrics: conversion rate from outreach (target 8–12%), average corporate order size, and retention rate.
• Implementation: CRM pipeline, templated proposals, and trial catering discounts to close initial accounts.

Tactic 4: Local search, listings & reputation management

Optimize Google My Business, TripAdvisor and local food directories to capture tourist search intent and spontaneous walk‑ins. Urban Bite will solicit reviews at purchase (receipt QR code) and aim for 4.5+ star average across platforms within 12 months. Messaging prioritizes freshness, global inspiration and quick service.

• Objectives: increase local search impressions by 50% and drive 15% incremental walk‑up traffic from organic search.
• Success measurement: click‑to‑direction rates, review volume, and correlation between listing traffic and POS‑tracked walk‑ins.
• Implementation: weekly review monitoring, a response protocol, and local SEO tactics (geo‑tagged posts, schema markup on the website).

Tactic 5: Loyalty & pre‑order incentives

A simple loyalty program (digital punch card or email‑based) and pre‑order discount windows will convert first‑time buyers into repeat customers. Offerings include every 8th sandwich free and a 10% discount for first‑time pre‑orders via the app.

• Campaign objectives: convert 25% of email signups into loyalty members within three months and have pre‑orders account for 25% of weekday sales.
• KPI tracking: repeat rate, average order value uplift for loyalty members (+10% target), and reduction in queue times during peaks.
• Implementation: integrate loyalty with POS, promote enrollment at point‑of‑sale, and monthly performance reporting to refine incentives.

Operations

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Key activities

1. Daily production and service

   Daily production and service at the wagon centers focuses on consistent preparation of gourmet sandwiches, snacks and seasonal specials using fresh local ingredients sourced each morning.

   The process includes:

   • Morning ingredient receipt and inspection
   • Mise en place and portioning
   • Hot and cold assembly, finishing and plating for takeaway service
   • Rapid service during lunch windows

   Staff operate the POS and pre-order pickup system to manage queues, while a single-line workflow minimizes movement in the confined wagon kitchen. Daily tasks also include end-of-day cleaning, waste sorting, inventory adjustment and minor maintenance on cooking equipment. Weekly menu reviews adjust recipes based on sales data and customer feedback.

2. Location strategy and event operations

   Location strategy and event operations combine a scheduled weekday presence at a high-density lunch corridor with a disciplined festival and pop-up calendar. Each week the wagon secures municipal permits and confirms power and space requirements for events, rotating locations to maximize tourist and office-worker footfall.

   Event logistics include:

   • Scaled inventory planning
   • Temporary staffing increases
   • Portable equipment checks
   • Load-in/load-out plans
   • Liaison with organizers for queue management

   Corporate catering uses a separate preparation and delivery protocol to meet B2B contracts. Partnerships with local festivals, venues and offices are maintained through a calendar, advance deposits and contract templates. This dual-location model reduces seasonality risk while maximizing single-day revenue opportunities and supports predictable annual revenue planning and forecasting.

3. Supply chain and sourcing

   Supply chain management emphasizes local sourcing agreements with Quebec producers and specialty purveyors to secure fresh produce, bakery items and regionally milled breads used in gourmet sandwiches. Weekly ordering cycles align with menu rotation and city-of-the-month features; quantities are adjusted by sales forecasts derived from POS data.

   Cold-chain procedures include refrigerated storage in the wagon, temperature logs, first-in-first-out inventory rotation and daily quality inspections. Contracts with primary and secondary suppliers reduce stockouts during festivals or weather disruptions. Procurement also includes negotiated terms for cheese, sauces and plant-based proteins to control food cost percentage. Supplier relationships are reviewed quarterly to optimize cost, lead times and provenance storytelling on menus. Contingency stock and distributor backup are maintained.

4. Staffing, training and management

   Staffing and management rely on a lean operational structure led by the Director with culinary experience, supplemented by cross-trained cooks and front-of-house operators to run compact shifts. Roles are defined to cover food preparation, order fulfillment, cashiering and basic mechanical troubleshooting.

   Seasonal hiring plans add two part-time staff during peak months and event rosters allocate temporary labor for festivals. A written training program covers recipes, portion control, allergen handling, HACCP basic principles, cashless POS procedures and emergency protocols. Performance reviews tie to KPIs such as average ticket and throughput. Payroll and scheduling use cloud workforce software to minimize overtime, ensure compliance with local labour regulations and keep labor cost within target margins and retention strategies.

Key performance indicators (KPIs)

1. Daily covers (transactions per day)

   Daily covers (transactions per day) measures the number of paid orders processed during an operating day across service channels (walk-up, pre-order, catering and events). It is defined as total completed sales receipts counted via the POS for a 24-hour operating period or a single service shift.

   This KPI indicates demand, location effectiveness and staffing adequacy; tracking daily covers against footfall and weather helps optimize site selection and event participation. Data is collected automatically from the POS and reconciled with cashless payment reports daily. Weekly and monthly averages are reviewed in sales meetings to identify trends and adjust scheduling and inventory.

2. Average ticket value (ATV)

   Average ticket value (ATV) tracks the mean revenue per transaction and is defined as total sales revenue divided by number of completed transactions for a defined period (day, week, month). ATV reflects menu mix, pricing strategy and upsell effectiveness (drinks, sides, add-ons).

   It is critical for margin management and informs promotional tactics intended to lift check size without compromising frequency. Data is sourced from the POS, cross-checked with event settlements and catering invoices. Management reviews ATV daily and monthly to evaluate new menu items, bundled offers and price changes, with a target to increase ATV by 5–10% year over year.

3. Food cost percentage

   Food cost percentage measures the ratio of cost of goods sold (COGS) to gross sales for a defined period, expressed as COGS divided by total food sales. It is calculated weekly and monthly to monitor margin health; target ranges for a mobile wagon should be established depending on pricing and event mix.

   Accurate measurement requires daily inventory valuation, invoice capture from suppliers and strict portion control. Data is collected through integrated inventory and POS systems, with variance reports flagging over-portioning, waste or pricing errors. Monthly supplier cost reviews trigger menu price or portion adjustments when food cost drifts beyond target.

4. Order fulfillment time (service speed)

   Order fulfillment time measures the interval between order placement and customer receipt, averaged per service channel (walk-up, pre-order, events). Measured in minutes, it captures queue efficiency, staffing adequacy and kitchen layout effectiveness; for lunch corridors a target under six minutes per order is recommended to retain office customers.

   Data is collected via POS timestamps and manual spot checks during events; pre-order pickups are tracked separately. Regular analysis highlights bottlenecks—menu items with long assembly times, peak staffing shortfalls or equipment constraints. Actionable outcomes include menu simplification during rush, pre-cook strategies and adjusted staffing plans to reduce average fulfillment time over time.

Quality controls

1. Ingredient receipt and cold-chain control

   On delivery, all incoming ingredients undergo inspection for quality, supplier compliance and proper labeling. Refrigerated items are logged with temperature readings; any item outside acceptable limits is rejected. Daily temperature logs for wagon refrigeration are maintained and reviewed weekly. Perishable delivery windows are scheduled each morning to minimize storage time. These steps prevent food-safety incidents and protect shelf-life for fresh, locally sourced produce.

2. Standardized recipe and portion control

   Every menu item has a documented recipe with measured portions, assembly steps and plating standards. Pre-printed portion cards and calibrated scoops ensure consistency across shifts. Chefs and operators complete portion audits twice weekly with variance recorded in inventory software.

   This reduces food cost variability, ensures consistent customer experience and supports accurate KPI measurement for food cost percentage and average ticket value.

3. Service and packaging quality assurance

   Orders are checked against POS tickets before handoff using a two-point verification system. Packaging is pre-specified for temperature retention and branding, with biodegradable materials prioritized. Visual checks ensure correct condiments and allergen flags.

   Customer feedback channels (QR survey and social monitoring) are reviewed weekly; any complaint triggers root-cause analysis and corrective training.

Implementation plan

1. Week 1–8: Site selection and regulatory setup

   Finalize a high-density weekday lunch location, secure municipal permits and health approvals, negotiate supplier agreements with local producers, complete wagon outfitting and equipment upgrades, and recruit core staff including the Director, head cook and two operators. Target completion: eight weeks including initial training.

2. Week 9–12: Launch and market activation

   Execute soft opening at selected corridor with a focused weekday schedule, activate POS and online pre-order channels, run promotional sampling to nearby offices and tourist flows, finalize event calendar and catering packages, and secure two festival bookings. Measure initial KPIs and refine operations weekly.

3. Months 3–12: Stabilize and scale

   Normalize weekday operations, secure recurring corporate catering contracts, optimize event participation ROI, implement loyalty and pre-order subscription pilots, and plan winter pop-ups or covered market partnerships. Monitor KPIs monthly, adjust staffing and menu mix, and prepare capital plan for an additional wagon by month twelve.

4. Year 2: Expand and formalize

   Replicate the wagon model into a second unit, standardize operating manuals and training curricula, integrate advanced inventory and scheduling systems, formalize supplier contracts for volume discounts, roll out a targeted marketing program across multiple corridors. Establish investor reporting cadence and measure performance against SOM targets.

If desired, these operational elements can be converted into an execution checklist with responsible owners, deadlines and budget estimates for inclusion in a full business plan.

Technology Strategy

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Selection of technologies

Cloud POS and mobile ordering platform

A cloud POS with integrated mobile ordering, payment gateway and delivery APIs will centralize transactions, support timed pre‑orders and reconcile sales across street sales, events and catering.

• Advantages: faster checkout, real‑time sales visibility, and channel consolidation that reduces reconciliation errors.
• Disadvantages: recurring SaaS fees, dependence on cellular connectivity and initial configuration effort.
• Integration approach: install tablet terminals in the wagon, enable pre‑order windows in the mobile app, link third‑party delivery partners, and provision offline transaction caching for network outages.

Inventory & supplier management with recipe costing

A cloud inventory system with lot/barcode tracking, recipe costing and automated purchase orders will enforce par levels, support local‑supplier provenance and improve margin control.

• Advantages: lower waste, precise COGS visibility and automated reorder triggers.
• Disadvantages: data‑entry discipline required and complexity integrating seasonal supplier variability.
• Integration approach: map recipes to SKUs, set par levels per SKU, automate PO creation to Quebec suppliers, and generate weekly waste and margin reports for menu cost optimisation and supplier negotiation.

Digital marketing, CRM and loyalty stack

A unified CRM and marketing stack (email/SMS automation, social scheduling, loyalty, and analytics) will convert tourists and young professionals into repeat customers.

• Advantages: measurable CAC, targeted promotions and improved retention via loyalty rewards.
• Disadvantages: content production burden, privacy compliance requirements and initial list building.
• Integration approach: capture contact data at POS and pre‑orders, tie loyalty IDs to receipts, run geo‑targeted offers around festival dates, and track cohort LTV to inform menu and pricing decisions.

Expected technological contribution

The selected technologies collectively drive measurable growth by increasing throughput, raising average order value (AOV), improving gross margins through tighter inventory control, and expanding accessible sales channels beyond street presence.

A cloud POS with pre‑order capability is expected to reduce queue times by 30–50% during lunch peaks, increasing daily transaction capacity and enabling timed pickup slots that convert office workers. Inventory and supplier management will cut food waste and COGS by an estimated 5–8% through par‑level automation and recipe costing. CRM and digital marketing will raise repeat visits via targeted offers and a loyalty program, improving customer retention and increasing frequency by an estimated 15–25% among local professionals.

Together these systems enable predictable revenue streams from catering and event placements by simplifying invoicing, order batching and lead management. Risks include SaaS subscription fees (estimated CAD 6k–12k annually across platforms), reliance on mobile data and the need for staff training and disciplined data entry. Mitigation measures include selecting interoperable providers, maintaining an offline transaction cache, incremental rollout, and allocating a training budget equal to one month of wages for core staff to ensure reliable adoption. Performance will be monitored with dashboards and KPIs including AOV, throughput, waste and repeat rate.

Technological requirements

• Hardware:
  • 2 rugged tablet POS terminals (primary + backup), thermal printer and cashless payment terminal.
  • LTE router with multi‑SIM failover and UPS/backup battery for continuity.
  • Barcode scanner/handheld for inventory receipts and lot tracking.
  • Lightweight on‑site signage display (digital or printed) and secure storage for hardware.
• Software & subscriptions:
  • Cloud POS + ordering platform (SaaS) with pre‑order, API access and offline caching.
  • Inventory & recipe costing system with supplier PO automation.
  • CRM / email & SMS marketing platform with loyalty module and analytics.
  • Payment gateway merchant account and accounting integration (e.g., QuickBooks).
• Data & integration:
  • API integrations between POS, inventory, CRM and accounting; single data model for SKUs and recipes.
  • Secure cloud backups, encryption, and PII handling compliant with Canadian privacy standards.
• Human resources & processes:
  • Part‑time technical lead (contract) for implementation and SLA management.
  • Staff training program (one month wages budget for core team) and SOPs for data entry.
  • Vendor SLAs and a technical support budget (estimated CAD 1k–2k annually).
• Budget estimate (first year): SaaS subscriptions CAD 6k–12k, hardware CAD 6k–10k, training and implementation CAD 3k–6k.

Technology implementation

1. Phase 1 — Vendor selection (2 weeks): evaluate 3 vendors per function (POS, inventory, CRM) for API compatibility, offline capability and total cost; finalize contracts with trial periods.
2. Phase 2 — Configuration & integration (2–4 weeks): map SKUs and recipes, configure POS menus, set par levels, connect payment gateway and integrate POS with inventory and CRM.
3. Phase 3 — Pilot (2–3 weeks): limited hours at primary site with staff using pre‑order windows and loyalty capture; collect performance data and adjust workflows.
4. Phase 4 — Full deployment (1 week): roll out to all operating hours, enable event integrations and launch initial marketing campaigns.
5. Phase 5 — Review & optimisation (4 weeks): review KPIs, refine par levels, adjust staffing schedules and iterate marketing segments.

Resources required: technical lead/consultant, vendor onboarding support, staff training hours (8–16 hours per operator), LTE service and hardware procurement. Target timeline: 8–12 weeks from selection to stable operation.

Technology management

Operational processes

• Daily opening/closing checklist including hardware health checks and data sync verification.
• Weekly inventory reconciliation and PO adjustments driven by recipe usage reports.
• Monthly KPI review (AOV, transactions per service hour, waste %, loyalty uptake, event ROI).

Support & maintenance

• Vendor SLA with defined uptime targets and response times; contract for priority technical support during events.
• Scheduled software updates in off‑hours and monthly backups with secure cloud retention.
• Incident response plan for payment outages, with offline transaction protocol and reconciliation steps.

Governance & security

• Data access controls, role‑based permissions and PII handling policy aligned with Canadian regulations.
• Quarterly security review and annual vendor reassessment.

Continuous improvement

• Quarterly roadmap sessions to prioritize feature requests, integration needs and cost optimisation.

Digital strategy — five steps

1) Establish a predictable local discovery engine

The company will prioritize local discovery through a blend of organic social, geo‑targeted paid ads, and location-first listings to drive footfall at the primary weekday site. Tactics include optimized Google Business and map profiles, event‑specific landing pages and short social video content showcasing signature “city” features.

Paid campaigns will target office radii and tourist nodes with measurable CPA targets (e.g., CAD 3–6 per new visit). Measurement will rely on a mix of POS attribution, promo codes and click-to‑preorder conversion rates.

Resources required: social content calendar, CAD 1k/month ad budget initial ramp, a part‑time content creator and an analytics dashboard to track local conversion metrics and refine spend allocation weekly.

2) Operationalize pre‑orders and reduce friction

Implement the pre‑order feature and timed pickup windows to convert time‑sensitive lunch customers and reduce queue friction. The company will design UX that encourages bundles and upsells at order time, increasing AOV by an expected 8–12%.

Operational tactics include clearly communicated pickup windows, order batching for catering and event orders, and offline transaction capability for redundancy.

Resources required: mobile app or POS-integrated web ordering, staff training, and updated kitchen SOPs for batching. KPI targets: reduce average wait time by 30–50%, achieve 20–30% of weekday orders via pre‑order within six months, and monitor pickup punctuality and order accuracy to maintain a 95%+ on‑time fulfillment rate.

3) Build CRM-driven retention and loyalty

The CRM program will segment customers (tourists, local professionals, corporate) and deliver personalised retention campaigns and a tiered loyalty program. Acquisition targets: collect 2,500 contacts year one, convert 15–25% to loyalty members.

Tactics: POS-driven capture incentives, welcome drip sequences, weekday bundle offers for locals, and exclusive event early‑access for members. Loyalty will be wallet‑friendly (points per dollar, birthday offers) and redeemable via pre‑order or at pickup.

Resources: CRM subscription, campaign templates, a monthly content cadence and measurement plan. KPIs include LTV, repeat rate uplift (target +15%), loyalty redemption rate and CAC by channel. Quarterly cohort analysis will refine incentives and menu bundles.

4) Scale event & catering sales through technology

The company will create an online catering portal and standardize event workflows so that festival and corporate orders integrate directly with POS and inventory. This reduces manual errors and reserves stock automatically, enabling scalable event operations.

Sales goals: secure ten recurring corporate clients and 30 paid festival placements in year one; channels are driven by targeted outreach, partner relationships and digital RFP capture.

Resources: portal development, 0.5 FTE sales support, templated contracts and scaled staffing plans for peak days. KPIs: event ROI, average ticket per event, repeat client rate and percentage of annual revenue attributable to events (target 20–30%). Monthly pipeline reviews will prioritize high-ROI opportunities.

5) Stabilize off‑season revenue with analytics and partnerships

To mitigate seasonality, the company will deploy analytics-driven promotions and strategic indoor partnerships for winter pop‑ups and B2B subscriptions. Data will identify slow periods, high-margin menu items and inventory-driven promotions.

Tactics include indoor market collaborations (target two venues), corporate lunch subscriptions (minimum ten clients), and delivery/bookable catering bundles for holidays.

Resources required: analytics subscription, pop‑up agreements, reworked winter menu engineering and a winter staffing plan. Targets: maintain minimum monthly winter revenue of CAD 10k and reduce off‑season margin erosion to under 8%. Measurement: weekly dashboards for channel revenue, cohort LTV and waste metrics, enabling rapid tactical adjustments and promotional A/B testing.

If desired, the company can request a one‑page technology roadmap or an itemized first‑year technology budget tied to the implementation timeline and expected ROI.

Management

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Structure of management

The company is owned and operated by founder‑director Carl Lucier, who retains majority ownership and leads culinary and strategic direction. Leadership comprises Mr. Lucier (Director/Head Chef) and a small management core responsible for operations, events and finance.

Operational staff include a Kitchen Lead, two Food Prep/Cooks, one Front‑of‑House attendant responsible for sales and customer experience, and a part‑time Bookkeeper/Administrator.

Roles and responsibilities are defined: the Director sets menu strategy, supplier relationships and high‑level partnerships; the Kitchen Lead manages day‑to‑day food preparation, quality control and staff scheduling; cooks execute recipes and maintain food safety standards; the Front‑of‑House manages order flow, cashless payments and customer service; the Operations Coordinator (shared role with events manager) plans site logistics, permits and event bookings; the Bookkeeper handles payroll, invoicing and basic accounting. This lightweight hierarchy enables rapid decision cycles, operational agility and clear accountability across functions.

Performance targets are reviewed monthly by the Director team.

Decision-making process

Decisions follow a clear, centralized cascade to combine strategic oversight with operational speed.

Major strategic and financial decisions (capital investments, expansion, major partnerships) are reserved for the Director/owner, who evaluates options against quarterly KPIs and investor objectives. Day‑to‑day operational choices (site rotation, menu specials, staffing levels) are delegated to the Kitchen Lead and Operations & Events Coordinator to enable responsiveness to footfall and weather. Tactical decisions at service (order prioritization, substitutions) are delegated to Front‑of‑House staff with defined escalation paths.

Communications use daily pre‑shift briefings, a shared digital operations channel (for schedules, permits and incident reporting) and weekly management meetings; key outcomes and KPIs are posted on a team dashboard. Given the light team size (core 4–6 employees), this model preserves clarity while enabling the Director to act quickly on market signals.

Human resources

• Owner / Director — Oversees strategy, supplier contracts, partnerships and financial targets. Experience: culinary background and 5+ years management.
• Kitchen Lead / Head Chef — Manages daily production, HACCP compliance, recipe discipline and staff scheduling. Experience: culinary diploma and 3–5 years line management.
• Cooks / Food Prep (2) — Execute recipes, stocking, portion control and maintain temperature/inventory logs. Experience: 1–3 years food‑service; food‑safety certification.
• Front‑of‑House Attendant — Handles POS, contactless payments, order flow, customer service and light upselling. Experience: POS familiarity and customer‑service skills.
• Operations & Events Coordinator — Secures permits, plans site logistics, routes and books events/catering. Experience: events or logistics background and regulatory knowledge.
• Bookkeeper / Administrator (part‑time) — Manages payroll, invoicing, cash reconciliation and basic accounting (QuickBooks). Experience: bookkeeping familiarity and basic accounting skills.

All roles include measurable KPIs reviewed weekly by management.

Recruitment

Recruitment will use targeted channels: local culinary schools, online job boards (Indeed, Jobillico), industry Facebook groups, and hospitality staffing agencies. Criteria prioritize relevant experience, food‑safety certification, customer service aptitude and cultural fit with a fast‑paced mobile operation.

Selection steps: (1) resume screening and skills checklist, (2) short phone interview, (3) paid trial shift focusing on speed and recipe execution, (4) reference and background checks, (5) formal offer with probationary period.

Hiring metrics include time-to-fill under 30 days, a trial-to-offer conversion rate above 50% and first‑90‑day retention target of 80%. All hires sign a confidentiality and food‑safety agreement on hire date.

Training and employee development

Employees receive a structured onboarding program including a two‑day orientation, food‑safety certification review (provincial Standard First), menu immersion and POS training.

Ongoing development includes weekly two‑hour skill sessions (recipe drills, speed service, allergy protocols), quarterly workshops on seasonal menu development and local‑supplier storytelling, and cross‑training between kitchen and front‑of‑house to ensure flexibility. Leadership development for the Kitchen Lead and Operations Coordinator comprises mentoring and monthly performance reviews tied to KPIs.

Training effectiveness is measured by metrics: order accuracy rate (target ≥98%), average ticket time (target ≤6 minutes during lunch peak), reduction in food waste (target 10% year‑on‑year), trial‑to‑permanent conversion and employee Net Promoter Score (ENPS) with an 8/10 target. Training hours per employee target 48 hours annually. Performance‑linked incentives reinforce skill‑building and retention.

Corporate social responsibility (CSR) policy

The company commits to a measurable Corporate Social Responsibility policy emphasizing local sourcing, waste reduction, staff wellbeing and transparent operations.

• Local sourcing: source at least 60% of primary ingredients from Quebec/local suppliers within 12 months to support regional producers and reduce supply‑chain emissions.
• Packaging and waste: adopt 100% compostable or recyclable packaging within 18 months and implement on‑site separation to reach a 75% waste diversion rate by year two.
• Food‑waste reduction: portion control, daily prep reviews and donation partnerships aim to cut edible waste by 20% year‑on‑year.
• Employment practices: commit to fair wages compliant with provincial minimums and an internal living‑wage benchmark; hiring prioritizes local candidates and offers paid training hours.
• Community engagement: partner with one local non‑profit annually for catering donations and community events.
• Supplier selection: include provenance verification and seasonal menu planning to minimize food miles.
• Reporting and targets: progress will be reported quarterly to stakeholders via concise KPI dashboards covering percentage local sourcing, waste diversion, donated meals and employee ENPS.
• Emissions and audits: track scope‑1 and scope‑2 emissions, invest in energy‑efficient refrigeration, conduct annual supplier audits, and set a three‑year goal to reduce overall carbon intensity by 15% within three years.

Growth strategy

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Market development

Short term (0–12 months)

The company will consolidate a fixed weekday lunch location in a dense office/tourist corridor in Montréal, target 5–6 service days per week and participate in 8–12 curated festivals annually to build peak-day revenue.

Medium term (12–36 months)

The plan calls for formalizing B2B catering contracts with 10 corporate clients, launching pre‑order pickup windows and achieving a steady-state annual revenue of CAD 314k–628k per wagon (0.5–1.0% of the Montréal SAM).

Long term (36–60 months)

Expansion targets include duplicating the wagon model with two additional units and entering one other major Canadian CMA, increasing reach and aiming for aggregate revenue growth of 200–300% versus single‑unit performance.

Customer acquisition strategies combine targeted social advertising, influencer-driven “city‑of‑the‑month” promotions, and local supplier co‑marketing to convert tourists and 25–44 professionals into repeat customers. Quarterly KPIs will track footfall, average ticket and repeat rate, optimizing locations.

Product development

Short term (0–12 months)

Urban Bite will refine its core product set around 2–3 signature handhelds and introduce two plant‑forward signature items, testing price elasticity with targeted A/B pricing to optimize average ticket.

Medium term (12–36 months)

Product development emphasizes menu modularity and operational efficiencies: quarterly "city" rotations (four per year), standardized recipes, and a kitchen equipment upgrade to support faster throughput and consistent portioning. These actions aim to reduce average service time by 15% and improve gross margin by 5–8 percentage points via portion control and supplier consolidation.

Long term (36–60 months)

The roadmap includes packaged retail snack SKUs for events and local markets, winterized menu variants for indoor pop‑ups, and a digital menu personalization engine that leverages POS data to increase repeat orders by 20%.

• Measurable targets: launch 4 rotating features annually, achieve a 10% repeat customer rate within 18 months and track menu contribution margins monthly.

Partnerships

Urban Bite will pursue strategic partnerships across three vectors: suppliers, events and corporate accounts.

• Supplier partnerships: Agreements with two Quebec farms and a local bakery will lock preferred pricing and improve ingredient traceability, aiming to lower COGS by 3–5%.
• Event partnerships: Partnerships with six major festivals and two curated night markets will secure high‑visibility placements and drive weekend revenue spikes; negotiated revenue shares or fixed fees will provide predictability.
• Corporate partnerships: Focus on establishing recurring contracts with ten local firms for weekly catering windows, delivering stable weekday volume.
• Channel partnerships: Additional partnerships with a national pre‑order platform and one delivery aggregator will expand reach and enable data sharing for promotional targeting.

Each partnership carries KPI targets—signed contracts, cost savings, and incremental revenue—and will be reviewed quarterly.

Risks and mitigation

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Risk 1 — Visibility and location dependency

Urban Bite’s revenue is highly sensitive to the wagon’s physical placement: limited visibility or sub‑optimal daily footfall can reduce weekday lunch throughput and prevent reaching the assumed SOM band (CAD ~314k–628k per wagon). A single‑wagon model competing against established names and event headliners risks inconsistent customer acquisition, lower average tickets, and higher customer‑acquisition costs.

Reliance on transient tourist flows further amplifies variability; poor placement or unexpected relocation can produce multi‑week revenue shortfalls that strain working capital and staffing continuity.

Mitigation — Strategic site plan, rotation and performance KPIs

Urban Bite will secure a primary weekday lunch site (minimum five weekdays/week) in a high‑density office/tourist corridor and formalize a secondary rotation for festivals and evenings.

• Targets: obtain at least one fixed lunch slot within 6 months and 6–10 event placements per month in peak season.
• Implement weekly POS/location performance tracking (orders per hour, average ticket, conversion rate).
• Reallocate the wagon if a site underperforms by >15% against forecast for a rolling three‑week period.
• These measures aim to stabilize weekday revenue and raise event capture to achieve the lower SOM target within 24 months.

Risk 2 — Seasonality and weather sensitivity

Canadian winter months and adverse weather materially compress street‑food demand, producing concentrated revenue in spring–fall and exposing the operation to cash‑flow shortfalls. Heavy reliance on outdoor service increases unpredictability of daily sales and labor utilization; prolonged poor weather during key months could cause annual revenue to fall well below planned unit targets, complicating inventory, staff retention, and investor returns.

Mitigation — Off‑season diversification and winterized channels

Urban Bite will pursue a three‑pronged off‑season strategy:

1. Secure indoor pop‑up agreements with covered market pods and partner cafés to operate at least one winter weekend per month.
2. Formalize a B2B catering channel with a goal of 8–12 corporate/catered events monthly in off‑peak months.
3. Implement digital pre‑order/subscription lunch plans and delivery integrations to target a 25% contribution of off‑season revenue (relative to peak months) within 18–24 months.

The company will allocate working capital to support a winterization kit and short‑term marketing campaigns to convert event clients into repeat B2B buyers.

Risk 3 — Regulatory, permitting and scaling constraints

Municipal permitting regimes, zone restrictions and event licensing limit selling days and approved locations; inconsistent or denied permits can block access to prime corridors and festivals, delaying growth and increasing legal/compliance costs. These constraints also complicate replication: scaling to multiple wagons requires navigating distinct municipal rules and securing multiple approvals, creating time and cash drag.

Mitigation — Proactive compliance program and partnership pipeline

Urban Bite will designate a municipal relations lead (internal or contracted) to secure multi‑year site agreements and maintain a permit calendar for renewal deadlines.

• Short‑term objectives: obtain written LOIs from at least two property owners/landlords and three event organizers within 12 months, and secure multi‑year or recurring permit arrangements for the primary weekday site.
• Maintain a regulatory contingency fund equal to 6–8 weeks of operating expenses.
• Implement standard operating procedures for inspections and food‑safety audits to minimize enforcement risk and accelerate approvals for additional wagons.

Missions of the company

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Problem statement

• Urban cores currently lack a consistently available, high‑quality street‑food option that combines international creativity, local ingredient provenance and the speed required by urban professionals and tourists. Existing operators commonly specialize narrowly (single cuisine niches) or rely on episodic festival circuits, creating gaps in weekday availability, menu variety and predictable service.
• Consequence for customers: limited choices for a quick, affordable and memorable meal during workdays or sightseeing; for corporate buyers and event planners, inconsistent supplier reliability and scalability.

Company mission and investor rationale

• Primary mission: deliver metropolitan, globally inspired street food made from fresh, locally sourced ingredients through a low‑cost, scalable food‑wagon model that meets daily urban demand and captures premium event and catering opportunities.
• Strategic objectives (measurable, 3–5 year targets):
  • Achieve unit revenue in the range CAD 314k–628k per wagon annually in steady state (year 3–5), consistent with a targeted SOM of 0.5–1.0% of a city SAM (Montréal SAM ≈ CAD 62.8M).
  • Secure a weekday lunch location with average daily transactions sufficient to produce 60–70% of annual revenue and supplement with 12–24 high‑yield event / catering days per year.
  • Maintain average ticket size between CAD 12 and CAD 16 by combining core signature handhelds and premium snack/up‑sell items.
• Investor value proposition: the model reduces capital intensity versus brick‑and‑mortar, accelerates time‑to‑market, and enables rapid replication into additional urban nodes once a proven location and event pipeline are established. Initial funds will be allocated to equipment modernization, wagon optimization, local marketing and building B2B event partnerships to de‑risk seasonality.

How the company solves the problem and differentiates

• Consistent weekday availability: combines a fixed‑day high‑footfall urban site with a disciplined event rotation and pre‑order capability to convert lunchtime reliability into predictable cash flow.
• Menu differentiation: offers a diverse internationally inspired menu (signature gourmet sandwiches and urban snacks) plus 1–2 plant‑forward items to broaden weekday repeat appeal while maintaining tourist discovery value.
• Local‑first supply chain: sources fresh, local ingredients to justify modest premium pricing, improve margins, and deliver a provenance story attractive to tourists and ethically minded professionals.
• Scalable, low‑fixed cost model: the food‑wagon format enables replication and fleet growth at lower capital outlay than restaurants, improving return on invested capital for early investors.

Values of the company

Core values and operational implications

• Creative culinary excellence — Urban, international inspiration translated into consistent, replicable recipes: menus are engineered to balance novelty (rotating “city features”) with 2–3 core signature items that drive repeat purchases. This supports predictable unit economics and marketing virality.
• Proximity to customers — prioritizes location selection and service design: fast service, cashless/pre‑order options and clear lunchtime windows designed to capture busy professionals and transient tourist footfall.
• Conviviality and approachability — delivers an inviting experience through friendly service and accessible price points (target ticket CAD 10–18), fostering word‑of‑mouth and social media traction.
• Commitment to freshness and local sourcing — suppliers are chosen to ensure ingredient quality, shorter lead times and traceable provenance; this contributes to higher perceived value and justifies premium margins.

Why these values matter to investors

They directly support higher average tickets, repeat purchase rates and premium event positioning—key drivers of per‑unit revenue and margin expansion. Adherence to these values reduces customer acquisition cost through earned media and repeat traffic while increasing resilience to competitive pressure.

Team

Organizational structure overview

The company operates a lean, operation‑focused structure optimized for a food‑wagon model, enabling rapid duplication and flexible staff deployment for events and pop‑ups.

Key personnel and contributions

• Director — Carl Lucier
  • Role: overall business and culinary director; responsible for menu development, supplier relationships and day‑to‑day kitchen standards.
  • Core competencies: professional kitchen experience, recipe development, food safety and vendor management.
  • Contribution: ensures product consistency and quality control that underpin the brand’s premium positioning and enable scalable replication.
• Operations & Logistics Lead (role supported by contracted/part‑time resource)
  • Role: manages permitting, location scheduling, inventory planning, wagon maintenance and event logistics.
  • Core competencies: municipal permitting experience, supply‑chain coordination, operational cost control.
  • Contribution: minimizes downtime from regulatory or logistical issues and optimizes throughput during peak service windows.
• Marketing & Partnerships Lead (role supported by consultant or part‑time hire)
  • Role: develops local marketing, social media, event booking strategy and B2B catering sales.
  • Core competencies: digital marketing, influencer/event relations, corporate sales.
  • Contribution: drives footfall, converts event placements into recurring contracts, and controls customer acquisition cost.
• Kitchen & Service Team (flexible staffing model)
  • Roles: head cook/shift lead, line cooks, service attendants for peak hours and events.
  • Core competencies: efficient high‑volume service, cross‑training for menu consistency, customer service.
  • Contribution: delivers the fast, friendly customer experience required for weekday lunch throughput and large event yields.

Collective team strengths

• Combined skill set provides end‑to‑end capabilities: culinary quality and product development (Director), operational reliability (Operations Lead), market reach and revenue generation (Marketing & Partnerships), and scalable frontline execution (Kitchen & Service Team).
• Lean, modular structure enables cost‑efficient scaling: the team is designed to support 1–3 wagons through a mix of full‑time leadership and flexible, event‑driven staffing, keeping fixed payroll overhead low while preserving the ability to expand rapidly.

Conclusion (investor summary)

The company’s mission, values and team are aligned to capture a measurable share of a sizeable urban street‑food market (Canadian TAM ≈ CAD 418.5M; Montréal‑metro SAM ≈ CAD 62.8M). By combining a differentiated menu, operational flexibility and local sourcing, the business is positioned to deliver unit revenues in line with conservative industry benchmarks and to scale efficiently through replication and event/catering channels.