Catering operation requirements

  1. One-day operation at a location
    1. At food service location
      1. Handwashing facilities required.
      2. All equipment must be NSF approved (Ex. hot and cold holding facilities).
      3. Food probe thermometer required.
      4. Sanitizing solution required.
      5. Thermometers inside of approved equipment.
      6. Personal hygiene requirements followed- workers not ill, hair restraints, etc.
    2. Comissary
      1. Must have valid Food Operation License from the health authority in City where the commissary is located.
      2. Must comply with State and Local Food and Beverage Regulations.
      3. Vehicle and delivery equipment: must be approved and provided, including temperature maintenance facilities.
  2. Consistent food service at same location
    1. At food service location
      1. Handsink required.
      2. Approved floors, walls, ceilings required.
      3. All equipment must be NSF approved.
      4. Approved dishwashing equipment provided such as a three compartment sink with integral drainboards or under counter dishmachine.
      5. Food probe thermometer required.
      6. Sanitizing solution required.
      7. Other items may be applicable depending on operation. See “Construction Requirements for New and Remodeled Food Establishments” for more information.
      8. Food Establishment License is required for this location from health authority in the City the site is located.
    2. Comissary
      1. Must have valid Food Operation License from health authority in City where commissary is located.
      2. Must have Food Vehicle License and approved delivery equipment.
      3. Must comply with State and Local Food and Beverage Regulations.

All food must be prepared at commissary and returned to commissary for storage or disposal unless other provisions are approved by the Health Authority. All equipment and utensils must be returned to commissary for cleaning and storage unless other provisions are approved by the Health Authority.

If you have any questions, please contact the Minnetonka Environmental Health Division at 952.939.8200.