Hot Dog University
If you’ve ever dreamed of opening a hot dog cart or stand, whether to augment your income or to create a whole new business, we’ve got a frankly sensational program for you. Hot Dog University® is designed to give aspiring Hot Dog vendors the knowledge needed to get a business up and running. You’ll gain a hands-on understanding of what it takes to run a foodservice business. Graduates who choose to start their Hot Dog careers with Vienna® Beef products will enjoy substantial tuition reimbursement in the form of merchandise- and product-purchase rebates.
VIEW THE DIGITAL HOT DOG U BROCHUREHot Dog University is Ideal for Those Wishing to…
- Start a fun, new career as a hot dog vendor
- Work for themselves, without the restrictions of a franchise
- Generate additional income, seasonally or year-round
- Create a flexible work schedule you will relish
- Enjoy a recession-resistant job
- Raise revenue at corporate events, charity functions, and parties
Hot Dog University is Ideal for Those Wishing to…
- Start a fun, new career as a hot dog vendor
- Work for themselves, without the restrictions of a franchise
- Generate additional income, seasonally or year-round
- Create a flexible work schedule you will relish
- Enjoy a recession-resistant job
- Raise revenue at corporate events, charity functions, and parties
"What a treat to spend two days being taught by a bona fide Chicago Hot Dog Legend!! Bill Murphy and the team at Vienna Beef were super informative and helpful in getting started on the road to the hot dog biz. Great job and Thank You!!"
-Robert Brito, HDU Graduate 3/25/25
"Bill and the entire Vienna Beef team were great. Highly recommend HDU for anyone looking to enter the business or even those in need of a refresh."
- Rick Homuth, HDU Graduate 9/23/25
"Unlike most universities, this professor has real world experience in running a successful restaurant and knows what it takes to make $$$ in the industry. I had tons of fun with all of my classmates. The staff at Vienna Beef is exceptional and the company is committed to helping you market your new business. Highly recommend going...You won't regret it."
- Barton Garvin, HDU Graduate 3/25/25
About the Professor
- Bill Murphy, Professor of Hot Dogs Since 2019
- Murphy's Red Hots, 1987– 2018 (Chicago, IL)
- Murphy’s Red Hots goes to Japan, 1995
- Vienna Beef Customer Advisory Board Member, 2003
- Vienna Beef Hall of Fame Inaugural Class Inductee/Member, 2006
- Vienna Beef Grill Skills Video Series, 2014
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