Temporary Food Stallholder Permit

If you are planning to operate a temporary food business or food stall at an event held on Town-owned or managed land, you must apply for a Temporary Food Stallholder Permit.

A person is permitted to operate a food stall in a public place only if:

  • they hold a valid Food Stallholder’s Permit; or
  • they are listed as an assistant on a valid Food Stallholder’s Permit

How to apply

1. Prepare your documentation

Ensure you have digital copies of all relevant documents, including:

  • Food Act 2008 Certificate of Registration
  • Most recent food safety inspection report
  • Public liability insurance

2. Apply online

Complete the appropriate Temporary Food Stallholder Permit Application online at least 14 days prior to the event:

  • To operate for a single day or up to one day per week, you must submit a 1 Day/Week Temporary Food Stallholder Permit Application here.
  • To operate regularly for up to six months, you must submit a 6 Month Temporary Food Stallholder Permit Application here.

3. Payment

Once your application is received, The Enviromental Health Services Team will contact you regarding payment. The application will not be processed until payment is made. 

To view the current fees and charges, please refer to the Town’s Schedule of Fees and Charges here.

If you have any questions, please contact the Environmental Health Services Team on (08) 9347 6000 or via email mail@cambridge.wa.gov.au.

Additional information 

The Town's Use of Local Government Property and Public Places Policy and Trading in Public Places Local Law 2016(PDF, 277KB) provide regulation for the management of activities that may be conducted on public property that is owned or managed by the Town.

For guidance on safe food practices at events, please refer to the Food Handling Guidelines for Temporary Events here(PDF, 507KB).