When setting up a new business, getting things right from the start is better.
In this section, our guide will provide you with all the tips and information to ensure your Food and Beverage business has all the necessary foundations in place to ensure a smooth introduction.
Did you know help is at hand?
If you are 16 or over and planning to start or grow a Fife-based business, you can get FREE advice from Business Gateway Fife. Business Gateway can provide you with the support and guidance you need to get your idea off the ground and help you develop your new business. You will get a business adviser allocated to you who will work with you to understand your unique requirements and create the most appropriate support plan for your business development, including introductions to relevant experts.
Fife offers the perfect landscape to get your Food and Drink business off the ground.
Food and Drink businesses are required to register with Fife Council at least 28 days before trading or before the food operations start. This is a legal requirement. Registration applies to home catering businesses, mobile or temporary premises (like stalls and vans) and childminders. Fishing vessels have their own registration process.
Some businesses may need to be registered as 'Approved Premises'. If your business makes, prepares or handles food of animal origin which is supplied to other businesses. If you only supply to the end consumer, you could be exempt from the need to be approved.
The Food Standards Scotland
has industry specific advice
on its website that is worth
checking out.
Registration is free and online at www.fife.gov.uk/kb/business
For any further guidance please contact Fife Council, Food and Workplace Safety Team.