If you are currently operating – or plan to operate – a food truck, you need to be aware of the different food truck laws California has put in place. Even if you have a background in restaurants, the food truck business has different legal requirements than brick and mortar kitchens. In this article, we look at the laws governing the food truck business in California.
Before you drive your truck to your preferred location for the first sale, ensure you have the following permits as stated by the food truck laws in California:
In order to legally operate a food truck, business owners in California will need to acquire the following permits:
You must have a business license and pay a set annual or percentage sales fee to operate legally in California. If you have staff working in your food truck, you will require an Employer Identification Number.
Provided you are working in the food industry, California laws require you and your staff to get inspected by the local health departmen t to ensure that you are trained and equipped to handle food safely.
As a food truck owner or staff member in California, you must take the state-approved Food Safety Certification exam and pass it before you operate. You will receive a food handler’s permit, and you should always place it on display during the truck’s business hours. The law also considers it necessary for all food trucks to use ANSI-certified equipment for their commercial kitchens.
The local fire department inspects and approves your cooking equipment in the food truck to ensure it is safe to operate.
They introduced this permit because of the high popularity gained by food trucks. It states the restricted hours of operation, packaging, specific location, and waste disposal to reduce pollution. The application process for this permit and its requirements may vary from one city to another.
If you are selling your own made goods or products in California, you require a seller’s permit. However, if you’re selling goods produced by somebody else, you need a reseller permit.
Legion Food Trucks is more than a manufacturer. We set you up with everything you need to make your business legitimate – and that includes handling some of the paperwork. We can guarantee health department approval for each and every one of our trucks and will assist you in acquiring the necessary licenses and permits. Don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions or obstacles you are facing.
