Approved & Trusted
Training Provider
About This Course
Description
The How to Start a Street Food Business course helps aspiring food entrepreneurs turn their street food ideas into fully compliant, successful ventures. It walks you through every stage of building your business — from planning your concept to serving your first customer — while keeping you aligned with UK regulations and best practices.
You’ll find the course easy to follow and completely accessible online. Its step-by-step structure gives you the confidence to plan your menu, choose your pitch, and manage your operations safely and efficiently.
The course takes around 1-2 hours to complete and includes a short online exam. Once you pass, you can instantly download your CPD-accredited certificate. You can study at your own pace, on any device, from anywhere.
All UK business, licensing, and food safety requirements are fully covered, ensuring you meet every legal obligation when launching your street food venture. The course also explores branding, customer service, and day-to-day management to help you stand out in a competitive market.
Accredited by The CPD Group.
Take the first step toward owning your street food business.
Enrol today to gain the practical knowledge and confidence to launch and grow your new food venture.
Place Order
£10.99 +VAT
Choose a bundle for even better value
Essential Supervisor Bundle
The Essential Supervisor Bundle contains one of each:
- Level 3 Food Hygiene & Safety
- Level 2 Allergy Awareness
- Level 2 Health & Safety
Choose a bundle for even better value
Level 3 Food Hygiene & Safety (Supervisor)
The Level 3 Food Hygiene and Safety Supervisors course is aimed towards business owners, supervisors, and managers as it focuses on the management side of food hygiene and safety.
The UK's best food hygiene and health & safety training provider
We’ve been crowned “Best Food Hygiene & Health & Safety Training Company 2025” by Corporate Vision. Learn more
Course FAQ's
Is this course accredited?
Yes, all of our courses are accredited by the CPD Group and all have the unique reference number with each course being awarded CPD points. Essential Food Hygiene are also members of RoSPA.
Who should take this course?
This course is designed for anyone looking to start a street food business.
How and where do I complete the examinations?
Like the course, the exam is conducted online. Once all sections of the course are completed, the learner can begin the exam.
How and where do I complete this course?
All of our courses are online courses, so they can be completed remotely as long as the learner has internet access and a computer.
Is there a time limit on this course?
The exam must be passed within 12 months of them being assigned the course. There is no time limit on the course material, so once the exam has been passed, students can freely revisit the course content and refresh their knowledge.
How is the course structured?
The course content is split into individual sections, with each section concluding in a mini quiz, which needs to be completed before moving onto the next section. Once all sections have been completed, you can proceed to the examination.
What happens if I fail the exam?
If the learner fails their exam, then they can retake it as many times as necessary (within the 12-month shelf-life of the course) at no extra cost. Once the course has been completed within the shelf-life period, the candidate gains unlimited life-time access to the course material should they wish to come back and refresh their memory.
What happens if I pass the exam?
Once the exam has been completed successfully, the learner will receive an online certificate instantly, which they can then download and print off.
How long will my certificate be valid for?
There is no specific law on when and how often you should refresh your training, however all UK local authorities and environmental health officers recommend that you refresh your training every three years to ensure you are versed with the most up-to-date guidance
How do I purchase multiple courses for my employees?
If you would like to buy training for a number of your employees, first you need to select the course that you need. To do this, you need to go to our course page and click on the course that you want to buy. Enter the quantity of courses that you require and view the corresponding price. Once you have done this, please go to checkout to complete the purchase. Once you have completed your purchase, you will be directed to your group’s dashboard through the ‘Manage courses’ button. Here you can assign courses to your employees or yourself.
What support is available if I have a question?
If any help is needed at any stage of your learning journey, all our learners are welcome to contract us. We are available to assist learners who require help, as well as those who are experiencing technical issues and need some advice. Please visit the Contact Us page, use our Live Chat function, or give us a call on 0333 0384868.
Course Syllabus
Section One: Planning Your Street Food Venture
- Choosing your concept, menu and location
- Legal setup & licensing
- Training and compliance requirements
Section Two: Food Safety & Mobile Hygiene and Equipment, Setup & Logistics
- Mobile food safety essentials
- Waste, water & pest control
- Equipment, setup, logistics & safety checks
Section Three: Transport, storage & setup time
- Transport, storage & setup time
Section Four: Branding, marketing & customer experience
- Creating a memorable brand
This is what learners will gain from this course
Learn how to launch your own street food business from scratch! This course covers planning your concept, menu, and location, understanding legal and licensing requirements, mastering mobile food hygiene and equipment setup, and handling transport and storage efficiently. Plus, discover how to create a standout brand, attract customers, and deliver an unforgettable experience.