Florida Food Safety Compliance
Everything food businesses need to know about compliance in Florida. Covers Florida Food Safety Act (Chapter 500, F.S.).
Adopted from
FDA Food Code
HACCP required
Varies
Food handler card
Required
Inspection frequency
1-4 times per year
Permit cost
$200-$600
Compliance guides for Florida
Florida Health Department
Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation
1-850-487-1395
Contact your local health department for specific permit applications and inspection scheduling.
Common violations in Florida
- Improper holding temperatures
- No certified food manager on duty
- Inadequate handwashing practices
- Cross-contamination risks
- Improper food storage
PassMyKitchen helps you avoid these violations by tracking your daily compliance tasks and maintaining inspection-ready records.
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Frequently asked questions about Florida food safety
Apply through the Florida DBPR (Department of Business and Professional Regulation). You need to pass a plan review, obtain liability insurance, and have a certified food manager on staff.
Yes. Florida requires at least one certified food protection manager per food establishment. All food handlers must complete basic food safety training within 60 days of hire.
Florida inspects food establishments 1 to 4 times per year based on risk. High-priority violations require a follow-up inspection. Inspection results are publicly available online.
Yes. You need a mobile food dispensing vehicle license from DBPR, a commissary agreement (varies by county), and must comply with local zoning regulations for mobile vending.
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