Thursday, 25 April 2019
Food business operators are legally responsible for producing food that is safe.
Starting a food business from home can be a rewarding business venture but is only for those committed to maintaining the highest level of hygiene and food safety. Producing food in your home for many people to eat is a serious undertaking and is not the same as cooking for the family.
You will be entering into a highly regulated business area with serious legal obligations.
The information in this factsheet details the legal requirements, pitfalls and risks associated with operating a food business in the home.