A food service establishment is defined as a facility that sells or provides food for consumption.  The types of facilities that are regulated by Environmental Health include schools, cars, full service and limited service restaurants, concession stands, mobile and transitory establishments, country clubs, and private clubs.  The Environmental Health Sanitarian must not only inspect the physical part of the restaurant but must review the food handling processes used to prepare and maintain a wholesome product.

Any business that falls under the definition of a food service establishment must be licensed and inspected by Environmental Health.  Licenses expire on April 30 of each year.  Contact the department at 810-648-4098 ext. 124 for licensing fees, information, and other services offered.