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Do I need a permit?
Most people serving food at an event will need a temporary food establishment permit. The type of permit you need depends on the event and food you serve.
Some simple, low risk foods are permit fee exempt, but you must still submit an application so we can confirm the exempt status.
Learn the differences between permit types and find other frequently asked questions below.
KFAC Members
KFAC members are dedicated stakeholders of the public and the food service industry. The Council strives to include members from a variety of backgrounds to represent the community.
Christopher Arndt
Organization
Safeway
Representing
Grocery Industry
Chris Benson
Organization
Central Kitsap Food Bank
Representing
Donated Food Distributing Organization
Monica Downen
Organization
Consulting
Representing
Limited-service restaurant & temporary events
Dominick Ferrara
Organization
Green Light Diner
Representing
Full-Service Restaurants
Diane Fish
Organization
Kitsap Conservation District
Representing
Agriculture (public interest)
Paisley Gallagher
Organization
WSU Extension
Representing
WSU Extension (public interest)
Brendan McGill
Organization
Hitchcock Food Groups
Representing
Full -Service Restaurants
Joe Novick
Organization
Kona Ice of Olalla
Representing
Food Trucks
Gina Omalanz
Organization
Essense of Thymes
Representing
Caterers
Justin Shin
Organization
Gogiro Korean BBQ & Shabu
Representing
Full Serviced Restaurants
Sara Steinmetz
Organization
BV Espresso
Representing
Espresso Stands
Chris West
Organization
BARN
Representing
School Kitchens
Julia Zander
Organization
Kitsap Fresh
Representing
Food cooperative (Grocery)
Become a KFAC member
We are continuously accepting applications! Please complete the online membership application.
Submit an issue, concern, or recommendations
Anyone may submit a topic to the council for their consideration. Please complete the online submission form.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is my menu type?
Fee-Exempt Menu
Fee-exempt menus are for low-risk foods that don't need temperature control. You must still apply so we can confirm the exemption. Fee-Exempt Menu items include:
Non-TCS (time/temperature controlled) fruit and vegetable samples
Popcorn made from commercially packaged ingredients
Dried herbs and spices from an approved facility
Crushed-ice drinks made only with non-TCS ingredients (self-contained machines that produce their own ice only)
Corn on the cob
Whole roasted peppers
Roasted nuts (including candy-coated)
Chocolate-dipped prepackaged ice cream bars
Chocolate-dipped bananas (prepared in an approved facility)
Cotton candy
Limited Menu
A temporary food event vendor menu shall be classified as Limited Menu when food handling activities do not exceed the following processes:
Preparation and service of cold-held foods (excluding any raw animal proteins).
Heating for immediate service of commercially prepared, fully cooked foods.
Hot holding of commercially prepared, fully cooked foods.
Complex Menu
A temporary food event vendor menu shall be classified as Complex Menu where food handling activities include one or more of the following processes:
Hot holding of TCS (time/temperature controlled) foods
Raw animal proteins for immediate consumption
Cooking of raw animal proteins to destroy pathogens
Cooling of TCS Foods
What is my permit category?
Single Event Permits
Required when you serve food at one event. A Single Event can run 1-21 consecutive days. Examples are County fairs, parades, or cultural festivals.
Recurring Event Permits
Required if you serve food at an event lasting between 1-3 days a week on a repeating schedule. Examples are school sports season concession stands, flea markets/community markets.
Farmers Market Permit
Required if you prepare or serve food at an authorized Farmers’ Market. This permit is only valid at Farmers’ Markets meeting the requirements of WAC 246-780-010.
Each Farmers’ Market will require its own permit.
Your first Farmers’ Market permit is full fees. Each additional Farmers’ Markets Permits purchased at the same time are discounted 50%.
Does my bake sale need a permit?
Non-profit organizations operating for religious, charitable or educational purposes may hold bake sales without a permit if selling homemade baked goods not requiring temperature control.
You must individually wrap items and a clearly visible sign must read, “Food was prepared at a kitchen not inspected by the Health Department.”
How early should I apply for my permit?
Apply for your permit at least 14 days prior to the event.
If you apply late (between 13 and 3 business days prior to the event) a 25% late fee will be added.
Permit applications submitted less than 2 business days prior to the event will not be accepted.
What happens if I don't get a permit before my event?
Any vendor operating without a permit will be required to stop operation and close down. There are no exceptions.
How to Apply
Fees are non-refundable.
Apply in Person
Please bring all of documents with you:
You may also need:
Commissary Kitchen Agreement (if you are making food at an approved kitchen but serving in another).
Wastewater Disposal Agreement (if you need to dispose of wastewater away from the vending location).
Restroom Agreement (if you need access to someone else’s restroom).
We’ll notify you once you're approved.
If you apply online and you haven’t heard from us, try checking your junk/spam email box for an email from noreply@skipthepaper.com.
Next Steps
Once you have your temporary food vendor permit, make sure to:
Follow the temporary event guidelines when operating.
When operating, place your permit where customers can easily see it.
Reapply for a permit if you change your menu.
Email us at food@kitsappublichealth.org if you cancel or change your hours of operation.
Call us at 360-728-2235 if you have questions!
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