Our Complete Services
Everything You Need to Launch and Grow Your Food Business in Florida
Licensing & Certification
Complete compliance solutions for your business
Commissary Kitchen
Access to fully licensed, inspected commercial kitchens for food preparation and operations.
- State-approved facilities
- Fully equipped stations
- Storage facilities available
- Flexible hourly rates
ServSafe Food Manager Exam
Official ServSafe Food Manager certification courses and exam preparation.
- Self-study or in-person class
- Same-day exam completion
- Certificate upon completion
- Food Handler certificate available
Business Entity Formation
Choose the best business entity formation for your business.
- LLC, Most popular option!
- S-Corp or C-Corp
- Nonprofit or 501(c)(3)
- EIN
Sales Tax Registration
Complete Sales Tax registration for your respective county.
- Hillsborough 7.5%
- Pinellas 7%
- Pasco 7%
- Hernando 6.5%
Business Tax Receipt (County and City)
Ensure your business is compliant with local county and city regulations.
- City of Tampa
- City of St. Petersburg
- City of Clearwater
- Hernando County (discontinued)
HACCP Plan Development
Professional development of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points plans.
- Hazard analysis
- Critical control points
- Monitoring procedures
- Documentation systems
LLC, S-Corp, C-Corp Formation
Starting a food business requires choosing the right legal structure. We guide you in selecting and forming your LLC, S-Corp, or C-Corp, handling paperwork, EIN registration, and state compliance. Our team helps you understand the benefits, tax implications, and protections of each option so you can start your business confidently.
- LLC (Most popular option!)
- S-Corp or C-Corp election
- Complete Florida filing & registration
- EIN application included
- Operating agreement / bylaws
EIN
Get your federal Employer Identification Number quickly and correctly. Essential for opening bank accounts, hiring employees, and filing taxes.
- Fast & accurate IRS application
- Same-day processing available
- Included with entity formation
- Standalone service option
Equipment Repair
Broken equipment means lost revenue. At Tampa Commissary, we provide fast, reliable repair and maintenance for food trucks and catering equipment. We serve mobile food operators who are based in Tampa. Many of the vehicles and trailers we support work at events across Tampa Bay. Our repair partners also assist businesses that operate in Central Florida
- Routine inspections and maintenance
- Emergency repair services.
- Refrigeration unit repair.
Financial Assistance
Running a food business requires smart financial management. At Tampa Commissary, we provide expert financial consulting tailored to food entrepreneurs, helping you grow and sustain your operations. We work with owners of food trucks, trailers, and catering businesses based in Tampa. Many of those businesses sell to customers across Tampa Bay. We also advise food entrepreneurs planning to scale throughout Central Florida.
- Build a clear roadmap for success.
- Keep your finances under control
- Secure the funding you need to grow
- Stay compliant while minimizing liabilities.
DBPR and FDACS License Registration
Professional culinary solutions for every occasion
DBPR License Registration
Complete handling of state and local business license applications and renewals.
- State business registration
- Local license applications
- Annual renewals
- Compliance monitoring
FDACS License Registration
Complete handling of state and local business license applications and renewals.
- State business registration
- Local license applications
- Annual renewals
- Compliance monitoring
Catering & Food Truck Rental Services
Professional culinary solutions for every occasion
Catering & Event Planning
Full-service catering for corporate events, weddings, celebrations, and private gatherings.
- Custom menu
- Food Truck Catering
- Ice Cream Truck Catering
- Self Serve Buffet
Food Truck Rental
Fully equipped food trucks available for short term or long term operations.
- Food Trailer or Food Truck
- Daily Rental
- Weekly Rental
- Monthly Rental
Commissary Kitchen Plans
Choose the Perfect Plan for Your Business' Needs
Monthly Plan
Get Started With Less
- First Month and $100 Security Deposit to Start
- Monthly Payments are Auto Billed
- Eligible for Upgrade to Annual Plan within the First 6 months
- Perfect for New and Established Businesses
Annual Plan
Save Money w/ One Time Payment
- Save $100 on Yearly Fees by Paying Dues Upfront
- No Deposit or Registration Fees
- Perfect for New and Established Businesses
Kitchen Use Rates
Custom Rates Available
- $20 per hour a la cart
- 100 hours per month at $12 per hour
- Contact Us for Custom Rates
- Must be a Tampa Commissary Member to use the Kitchen
Need Custom Services?
Contact us for a personalized service plan tailored just for you.
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