Section 113739.1.
Cal. Health and Safety Code - HSC § 113739.1.
in effect(a)
“Catering operation” means a food service that is conducted by a permanent food facility approved for food preparation where food is served, or limited food preparation is conducted, at a location other than its permitted location, in either of the following circumstances:
(1)
As part of a contracted offsite food service event.
(2)
When operating in conjunction with a host facility with direct food sales.
(b)
“Catering operation” shall not include either of the following:
(1)
Food ordered as takeout or delivery from a food facility, where the food
is provided to the consumer for self-service.
(2)
A food facility that is participating as part of a community event.
Source: CA Legislative Counsel Bulk DataURL: https://downloads.leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/pubinfo_2025.zipFetched: 6/27/2026