Catering Compliance and Liability Affidavit

What a good one includes

• Clear identification of your business entity, including your official trade name, commercial address, and state-issued business license numbers.
• Active health department permit details, including the issuing agency, permit number, and the date of your last successful inspection.
• Specific names and credential numbers of certified food safety managers or handlers who oversee your kitchen operations.
• Details of your commercial general liability insurance, including the carrier name, policy number, coverage limits, and expiration date.
• A formal attestation statement confirming that all food preparation complies with local state and municipal sanitary codes.
• A standard notary jurat block containing the exact statutory language required for a notary public to witness your signature and administer the oath.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Failing to include a proper notary block, which defeats the purpose of an affidavit since it must be signed under oath in front of a licensed notary.
• Listing vague insurance coverage instead of specifying exact liability limits, policy numbers, and expiration dates.
• Omitting the physical address of the approved commercial kitchen where the food is actually prepared, which is a major red flag for venue managers.
• Using outdated permit numbers or expired health certificates that do not match current municipal records.

Frequently asked questions