Food Establishments

Food Safety Program


The Food Safety Program is responsible for licensing and inspecting retail food businesses. These include:
  • Bars
  • Convenience stores
  • Delis
  • Food carts
  • Food sold at fairs and festivals
  • Grocery stores
  • Restaurants
The inspections are a service provided for the public to ensure the safety of Cape May County’s food supply.


Food Safety Program Resources

  1. 2009 NJDEP Fish Consumption Brochure (PDF)
  2. How to Sanitize with a 3-Compartment Sink (PDF)
  3. Retail Safe Handling of Shellfish Guide (PDF)
  4. Retail Food Establishment Application (PDF)
  5. Food Labeling Requirement Info - web
  6. Bare Hand Contact FAQs