Temporary Food Business Permission to Trade

Temporary food businesses play a vital role in community events, offering delicious and diverse food options. If you're a food vendor planning to trade temporarily within the Town of Victoria Park, understanding the permission process and compliance requirements is crucial for a smooth and successful experience.

What to Expect

When operating a temporary food business, you must ensure your business is registered under the Food Act 2008 and comply with the Food Regulations 2009 and Food Standards Code. Trading is only permitted at approved events within the Town, and event coordinators must notify the Town at least five days prior to the event about participating food businesses.

Environmental Health Officers may inspect your setup to ensure compliance, and fees apply for routine inspections if non-compliances are found. You will need to provide proof of registration, qualifications of your food safety supervisor, trained staff, and current public liability insurance.

Activity Details

- Register your food business with your local government.

- Obtain current public liability insurance.

- Trade only at approved events within the Town of Victoria Park.

- Submit a pre-trade checklist and maintain safety documents such as temperature records and cleaning logs.

- Comply with food safety standards including proper hand washing, cross-contamination prevention, and temperature control.

Location and Access

Trading is permitted only within the Town of Victoria Park at events that have received approval. The Town’s Environmental Health Officers oversee compliance and may conduct inspections during events. Vendors must coordinate with event organizers to ensure all requirements are met and deadlines are observed.

Important Information

Food handling staff must have adequate skills and knowledge to prevent foodborne illnesses. Fundraising food businesses have specific exemptions but must still comply with safety standards. High-risk foods require preparation in approved kitchens, while low-risk foods like jams and baked goods may be prepared at home.

The Town has a formal policy regulating mobile food vendors to ensure safety and quality. Non-compliance can result in inspection fees and restrictions on trading privileges.

Booking and Prices

Permission to trade as a temporary food business is now a simplified and free process. However, fees apply for routine inspections if non-compliances are found: $55 for the initial inspection and $100 for any required re-inspection. Contact the event coordinator early to secure your place and submit all necessary documentation on time.