How long will it take before the S. F. Public Health Department comes to inspect?
A person or persons who wish to operate any kind of food facility: restaurants, bars, markets, farmers’ market, concession stands, food pushcarts, mobile food units, licensed health care facilities, and temporary events, must obtain a Permit to Operate from the Department of Public Health Environmental Health Section.
Inspections:
Through regular inspections and reinspections, Health Inspectors ensure that food handling practices are followed, and are in compliance with applicable health codes, at all food establishments throughout San Francisco. This includes temporary events (e.g., street fairs, concerts, etc.)
Food Safety Certification:
California Food Safety Law requires at least one employee at each retail food facility be certified as a food safety person by passing an approved examination. The certified person can be the owner, manager, chef, cook or any employee responsible for safe food handling and who may insure that other employees use proper food handling techniques. Certificate must be renewed every five years.
Oh, one more thing…The city will flip out if they are operating without a business license.