Food Trailer and Van Insurance

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Priorityis food track and van insurance – cover specifically designed and underwritten for food and beverage operators on the move. 

Professional
tailored advice

Competitively
priced policies

Comprehensive
cover option

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Why do mobile food van businesses need insurance?

Food trucks face daily risks—cooking in confined spaces, moving between sites, or serving customers on the street. Accidents can happen in a split second.

We help food business owners stay protected with insurance cover designed for mobile hospitality operators. Whether it’s an equipment fire, food-related incident, or accidental damage at an event—we’ve got you covered.

Cover Options for Mobile Food Vendors

Public Liability Insurance

This is often required before trading at events or public sites. It protects you if someone is injured or suffers property damage because of your business. Common examples include:

  • A spilled drink causes a customer to slip and injure themselves

  • A scalding beverage burns a customer

  • A faulty awning collapses and damages a nearby vehicle

Public Liability Insurance can cover legal fees, medical costs and compensation if you are held responsible.

Business Liability Insurance
This broader cover includes protection for third-party injury or property damage linked to your business operations. It ensures you are covered when accidents happen during setup, service or pack-down.

Contents and Equipment Insurance

Food trucks rely on expensive equipment to operate. From fridges and ovens to point-of-sale systems, a breakdown can stall your entire day. This insurance provides cover for:

  • Fixed and portable cooking equipment

  • Fit-outs and furniture inside your van

  • Damage or loss caused by fire, theft or storm

Machinery Breakdown Cover

Essential equipment failure can be costly. This policy provides cover to repair or replace essential machinery like fridges, deep fryers or mixers. Optional extras include cover for food spoilage resulting from the breakdown.

Business Interruption Insurance

If your vehicle or equipment is damaged and you are unable to trade, this cover replaces lost income during the downtime. This protection can help your business survive after incidents like a fire, major breakdown or accident.

Why hospitality business owners choose Priority Business Insurance Brokers

Tailored Policies Based on Your Business

We take time to understand how your business operates. That way, you get relevant cover—without paying for what you don’t need.

Fast and Personal Support

We’re a local team, not a call centre. Speak directly to a broker who understands the food service industry.

We Handle the Claims

If something goes wrong, we communicate with the insurer on your behalf, helping to make the process as smooth as possible.

Questions We Hear from Food Truck Operators

Insurance helps protect your entire operation—from expensive kitchen equipment and stock to legal liability for customer injuries. One small incident, like a fryer fire or a customer slipping on spilled drink near your van, can result in thousands of dollars in damage or compensation. Insurance ensures that if something goes wrong, you’re not left covering the costs out of pocket. It’s also often required by councils, events, or private venues before you’re allowed to trade.

There are many different types of risks that businesses need to insure against, but some of the most common include:

  • Property damage
  • Liability
  • Business Interruption

The cost of insurance varies depending on the type of food you serve, your equipment value, where you operate (e.g. markets vs festivals), and your business turnover. A van with deep fryers and refrigeration gear will generally cost more to insure than a simple coffee trailer. We’ll take all of these factors into account and provide a tailored quote—no one-size-fits-all pricing.

Yes. Most food businesses benefit from bundling multiple types of cover—such as public liability, product liability, equipment insurance, and vehicle insurance—into one package. This makes your cover easier to manage, avoids gaps, and can often reduce your total premium. We also offer monthly payment options to help with cash flow.

Absolutely. Whether you run a full-sized food truck, a market stall, or a temporary food trailer setup, we can help. We have policies specifically designed for operators who attend markets, festivals, pop-up events, or semi-permanent food courts. Let us know how you operate, and we’ll find the right fit.

Definitely. Our team of insurance brokers works directly with food businesses across Australia. We’ll take the time to understand how your business operates and explain your options in plain language. Whether you’re just starting or expanding, we’re here to help you get covered properly—with no hard sell.

Client Testimonials

"We are a fast-paced business and rely heavily on Daniel and his team to ensure all our insurance needs are met. Their fast turnaround time is truly second to none, which is crucial for us. We have been using Daniel and his team for multiple years and have always been impressed by their professionalism and efficiency. Highly recommended!"
Graham Pereira
Business Owner
"Worked with Luke on some niche insurance for our new business and he was fantastic at working through the ambiguity and finding us something that worked! Would recommend to others in the same position, will be referring Luke and the team to others."
Gab Martini
Business Owner

Our Insurance Broking Team Members here to help you with your hospitality insurance

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Managing Director - Daniel Ufer

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Director/Payroll & Accounts - Chloe Ufer

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Account Manager - Joshua Cotter

Account Manager - Luke Kopittke

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Administration Support - Jermelyn Avanzado

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Why should you use Priority Insurance Brokers to arrange your Food Truck Insurance?

If you're operating a food truck, running a mobile kitchen or launching your first food van, let’s make sure you’re covered properly—so you can keep cooking without worry.

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