Food Protection
Consumer - Outreach & Education
Kendall County Health Department is responsible for permitting and inspecting all food service facilities, food trucks, and temporary event food operations across the county. We also investigate suspected outbreaks of foodborne illness. Our goal is to eliminate factors that cause foodborne illness.
Food Permitting, Rules & Regulations
Kendall County Health Department permits, inspects, educates, and investigate complaints regarding food services in Kendall County.
If there are any questions or concerns email us at [email protected]
Food Handling Permits
Annual / Brick & Mortar
Apply here for a new brick and mortar food facility permit. Please complete either the online application or print and return the paper application. Payment can be sent by E-Pay, credit card, cash, check, or money order.
- Annual Food Permit Application and Payment
- Risk Type Description - coming soon
Mobile FoodApply here for a county-wide mobile food permit. This permit allows for the sale of foods from an approve mobile unit throughout the county. Vender must have permission from municipality/land owner they wish to vend from.
Temporary Food / Special Events
Apply here for food vending associated with a special event, market, fair or festival.
Cottage Food
Certain foods may be produced from the home under Illinois Cottage Food Law. See here for the law, guide, and registration form. Please contact us for information and assistance at 630-553-8026.
- Cottage Food Registration Form
- IDPH Cottage Food Guide
- Self-certification checklist
- Cottage Food Law
Trainings and Certifications
Trainings and certifications may be required for food service operations. See below for training programs.
Requirements for New Builds & Remodels / Brick and mortar & Mobiles
See here for construction requirements for brick and mortar facilities and mobile food trucks/enclosed trailers/carts.
- Food Service Establishment Construction Guide (Brick and Mortar)
- Food Establishment Plan Review Application (Brick and Mortar)
- Mobile Food Vending Requirements
Rules and Regulations
See here for the Federal, State, and Local requirements for food establishments.
REsources
Food Facility Required Signage / Postings
Allergen
Employee Illness
Consumer Advisory
Bare Hand Contact
Packaged Food Labeling
Vomiting and Diarrhea Procedures
Emergency Information