Your Guide to Food Trucks in Winston-Salem

Food trucks in Winston-Salem must obtain a Mobile Food Vendor Permit from the City of Winston-Salem.

Types of Permits:

Mobile Food Vendor Permit (City of Winston-Salem).
Health Permit (Forsyth County Environmental Health Services).
Fire Safety Inspection Permit (Winston-Salem Fire Department).
Zoning/Location Permit (City of Winston-Salem for specific districts or events).
Steps for Obtaining the Permit:

Submit a completed application for a Mobile Food Vendor Permit to the City of Winston-Salem.
Complete a Food Safety Certification course approved by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS).
Pass an annual health inspection by Forsyth County Environmental Health Services, ensuring compliance with food safety standards.
Schedule and pass a fire safety inspection by the Winston-Salem Fire Department if the food truck uses cooking equipment like grills or fryers.
Ensure compliance with zoning laws and apply for a location permit if needed for specific operating areas.
Provide proof of using a licensed commissary kitchen for food storage, preparation, and cleaning.
Unique Rules/Conditions:

Food trucks must operate from a licensed commissary kitchen for food preparation, storage, and cleaning.
Operators may need a special event permit for operating in certain areas or during specific city-sponsored events.
Trucks are subject to zoning and parking regulations, especially in high-traffic areas or near schools.