Food and drink; meals.
San Antonio City Code § 16-965
in effectSec. 16-965. - Food and drink; meals.
(a) In general. If a boarding home facility serves meals to one (1) or more residents, the permit holder shall ensure the following:
(1) All food and drink is clean and free from spoilage, pathogenic organisms, toxic chemicals, and other harmful substances.
(2) All food and drink is prepared, stored, handled, and served so as to be safe for human consumption.
(3) All food or drink subject to spoilage is maintained at a temperature of forty-one (41) degrees Fahrenheit or below.
(4) Hot foods that are ready to be served are maintained at one hundred thirty-five (135) degrees Fahrenheit or above at all times.
(5) All food or drink stored in the freezer is maintained at a temperature of no higher than zero (0) degrees Fahrenheit.
(6) All food stored in food containers shall be appropriately labeled, dated, and protected from flies, insects, rodents, dust and moisture.
(b) Animals prohibited. With the exception of service animals for persons with disabilities, birds, cats, dogs, or other animals are not permitted in areas where food is prepared or stored, or where utensils are washed or stored.
(c) Food handling.
(1) An owner, operator, employee, or resident engaged in food handling shall:
a. Observe sanitary methods, including hand washing; and
b. Not be assigned to preparing foods for others at the facility if carrying a disease that can be transmitted to others.
(2) If preparing meals for residents, staff must obtain a valid food handler's permit in accordance with chapter 13 of this Code.
(Ord. No. 2012-12-13-0971, § 1, 12-13-12)
Source: City of San Antonio, City Code, City Charter and Unified Development Code (Municode Library, library.municode.com)URL: https://library.municode.com/tx/san_antonio/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIICO_CH16LIBURE_ARTXXBOHO_DIV4REHESA_S16-965FODRMEFetched: 10/27/2026