Catering Van Hire

Catering Van Hire

Dreaming of trading at a summer festival or turning Saturday markets into your own gourmet stage? Catering Van Hire is the low-risk, high-reward way to test menus, build a following and grow a brand without the heavy upfront cost of buying a vehicle. With over 20 years of industry experience behind us, Anything for Hire connects you to trusted local and national providers so you can compare options, check compliance and book with confidence.

Why Anything for Hire

Why choose Why Anything for Hire? Because we’ve built a marketplace that puts transparency and choice first. Rather than chasing dozens of suppliers, you get a single, searchable place to filter by van size, equipment, licence status and location. Our platform pairs market-leading technology with real people who vet providers, so you get the speed of online booking and the reassurance of genuine expertise.

Choosing the right van

Picking the right vehicle affects every part of your operation: storage, service speed, power supply and even the scent that draws a queue. When you browse Choosing the right van on Anything for Hire, look beyond looks—think workflow. Will your menu need deep fryers or refrigeration? Do you need a pass-through hatch for front-of-house service or a compact set-up for busy city streets?

Sizes & Equipment

Vans come in many shapes: compact burger vans built for speed, medium catering vans with prep benches and storage, and larger trucks that can run festival shifts for thousands. Each listing details equipment—ovens, griddles, extraction, power sockets—so you can match vessel to menu without guesswork.

Licence & Compliance

Food hygiene certificates, gas safety, and local trading licences are non-negotiable. Anything for Hire highlights provider compliance and documentation so you can filter to only see fully licensed suppliers. Need proof for an event organiser? You’ll find the paperwork quickly on the provider profile.

What to expect on hire day

Turn-up times, site access, and power arrangements are the practical details that make or break a shift. Expect a pre-hire checklist from your supplier, a brief handover to run through equipment, and a clear agreement on responsibilities for waste and breakdown support. When you search for What to expect on hire day, we prioritise providers who communicate clearly and arrive prepared.

Booking and support

Booking should feel straightforward. On Anything for Hire you’ll see clear availability, customer reviews and support options. If something changes, our team helps mediate and find alternatives—because flexibility matters when weather or event plans shift. Search for a van, message providers directly, and book securely through the platform.

Insurance & Deposit

Most providers require public liability insurance and a deposit. We display typical requirements on each listing so you’re never surprised. If you’re new to catering, our listings link to guides on insurance levels appropriate for market trading versus large-scale events.

Menu & Service Flow

A tight menu simplifies operation and speeds service—especially in a compact burger van where every inch counts. Think in components (cook, assemble, serve) and design the kitchen flow to match. Providers often advise on layout tweaks so your menu runs smoothly on day one.

Frequently asked questions

Next steps

Ready to take the next step? Browse our vetted providers to compare vans, read recent customer reviews and message suppliers directly. If you’re leaning towards a classic burger van, imagine that sizzle, the aromas and the queue growing—then secure the van that makes it happen. Start your search on Anything for Hire and let our marketplace do the heavy lifting so you can focus on the food and the crowd.

Related services

While you’re here, consider exploring Event Catering or Equipment Hire for additional support—everything from marquee power to tableware can be coordinated to make your event seamless.