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Find out how to operate a food truck safely and legally, and become a part of the hottest dining trend around.

The course includes business essentials, such a creating a business plan, securing a loan, budgeting and costing, as well as instruction on licenses and permits, health and safety concerns, taxes and more.

At the end of the course, you will take the ServSafe® Manager certification exam, which is mandatory for food truck operators.

Financial assistance available

Workforce Development offers financial assistance for many workforce training programs through the Propel program and other resources. Email [email protected] for more information.

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Food Truck Business Courses

How to Start a Food Truck Business

Course ID: SEF-3001B3   |   Overview

Are you interested in starting a food truck business? This course will show you how to be a part of the hottest dining trend around! You’ll find out what’s required to operate a mobile food unit safely and legally – licenses and permits; zoning laws; federal, state, and local regulations; health and safety concerns; taxes; and more. The course also includes business essentials such as creating a business plan, securing a business loan, budgeting, and costing. At the end of the course you’ll take the ServSafe Manager Certification Exam, which is mandatory for food truck operators.

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312155 08/12/25 - 09/16/25 Public Safety Education Campus 320.00 12 Register

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