Food

Jackson County Health Department’s food program is responsible for permitting and regulating food service facilities operating in the county. Our goal is to eliminate the risk factors that can cause foodborne illness through community education, industry cooperation and responsible regulation.

Report Unsanitary Conditions

Ordinances & Codes

Jackson County Food Service Sanitation Ordinance

2017 FDA Food Code

Opening a Food Service

Food Establishment Plan Review Application

Food Service Requirements

Mobile Food Service Requirements

Push Cart Requirements

Annual Food Permit Application

Commissary Agreement

Food Service Resources and Education

Certified Food Protection Manager
Food Handler Training Resources
ANSI-approved Allergen Training
Testing Centers

Food Safety During a Power Outage

IDPH Food Safety

Illinois Extension Center – Food Preservation

Guidelines for Potlucks

Guidelines for Bake Sales

Safe Handlers Courses – In-person CFPM Classes

Cottage Food/Farmers Market

Cottage Food Guide

Cottage Food Registration Checklist

Illinois Farmers Market Guide

IDPH Sampling Certificate

IDPH Wholesale Operations/Manufactured Foods

Illinois Labs for Product Testing

Restaurant Inspections

The Jackson County Food Service Sanitation Ordinance requires that a copy of the current inspection report be posted in a conspicuous place in the establishment in view of the public. If you are interested in the inspections of other types of food services please contact the Environmental Health Division at 618-684-3143, ext. 128.

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