Commercial Food Business
(Most Common)
Some specialized food operations may fall under other regulatory authorities.
Whether you're launching a new food brand or growing an existing one, the right licensed commercial kitchen, like Healthy Food Factory, can save you time, money, and countless headaches .
At Healthy Food Factory, our licensed shared-use commercial kitchen helps food entrepreneurs succeed from day one.:
Includes:
✅ Meal Prep
✅ Caterers
✅ Bakers
✅ Packaged Foods
✅ Personal Chefs
✅ Ghost Kitchens
✅ Sell Wholesale
✅ Sell Retail
✅ Sell at Farmer's Markets
✅ Sell On-line
✅ Export
✅ Bakery
Food Truck, Food Cart &
Mobile Food Vendor?
In Florida, what the regulations specifically require is that mobile food units have access to an approved licensed commissary location like Healthy Food Factory for:
♻️ Safe Disposal of used cooking oil for a grease and used cooking oil disposal (for fryer-equipped food trucks oil must be disposed of properly—it cannot be dumped into sinks, storm drains, or onto the ground)
🚰 Fresh water fill-up and gray water disposal
🧼 Commercial dishwashing and sanitation facilities
✅ Disposal of solid waste
🍳 Commercial cooking equipment
📋 Commissary documentation for Florida licensing (when applicable)
✅Meet Florida commissary requirements for most mobile food businesses.
Some specialized food operations may fall under other regulatory authorities.
Popular Food Business Types in Florida
Get Legal Before You Sell Anything
Regulatory Requirements
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LLC formation (Florida Division of Corporations)
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Business tax registration
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EIN (IRS)
Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Handles:
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Packaged food production
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Wholesale food licensing
U.S. Food and Drug Administration Handles:
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Label compliance
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Manufacturing standards
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Interstate sales rules
Many Florida food businesses are required to have at least one Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM), but it is not universally required for every food business or every owner. The requirement depends on the type of establishment and which agency regulates it.
Questions to Ask During Your
Free Consultation at Healthy Food Factory
Whether you're launching your first food business or expanding an existing brand, our free consultation is designed to help you understand the process, avoid costly mistakes, and get your business moving in the right direction.
Here are some of the most common questions food entrepreneurs ask during their consultation:
1. What licenses and permits do I need to legally start a food business in Florida?
2. Do I need a licensed commercial kitchen or commissary kitchen for my type of food business?
3. How much does it cost to start a food business in South Florida?
4. Which food business model is right for me—catering, meal prep, bakery, food truck, or packaged foods?
5. Can I prepare and package my products in a shared commercial kitchen?
6. What inspections or health department requirements should I expect before I begin selling?
7. How do I get my food products into grocery stores, farmers markets, restaurants, or online sales?
8. What equipment, refrigeration, freezer space, and storage will I have access to in the commercial kitchen?
9. How many hours of kitchen time will I need based on my production goals?
10. What are the biggest mistakes new food entrepreneurs make, and how can I avoid them?
11. Can I start small and increase my kitchen membership as my business grows?
12. What is the fastest and most affordable way to launch my food business legally?
Bring Your Questions—We're Here to Help
Every food business is unique. Whether you're creating sauces, baked goods, meal prep services, catering, specialty foods, or launching a food truck, we'll help you understand your options, explain the startup process, and answer your questions so you can move forward with confidence.
Schedule your FREE consultation today and take the first step toward launching your food business in South Florida. Call (561) 394-7466 and ask for Steve.