Food Vendor Information
How do I apply?
Most applications include a FOOD VENDOR Category. You can apply where Artists do and choose FOOD VENDOR on the application.
Some events, however, have 3rd party Food Concession managers. You will need to contact these people for those events.
COX Events Group for Spring Fiesta and Fall Fiesta in the Park-Orlando
Apply to other events
SIZE
Yes. Size does count.
EVENT SIZE & LENGTH
Our smaller one day events that last under 8 hours or events with lower expected attendance(under 2000) only need one or 2 food vendors that have an easy load in and load out. Food trucks and carts typically take precedence over booths since they can drive in and drive out quickly.
We will typically choose one general category food truck and one drink or dessert cart for Mount Dora Earth Day and the Plant and Garden Fair.
On the other hand, larger 2-day events with attendance expected to be greater than 50,000 require the capability to serve large volumes to guests quickly. We typically assign large festivals to 20-30′ food booth vendors with a general menu and large staff. A few specialty booths may also be selected to offer variety. Smaller beverage, hot dog and dessert carts may be assigned to nonconforming areas. We do not typically choose food trucks or trailers because their kitchens are generally too small to handle such high volume turnover efficiently.
YOUR SET UP SIZE
The size of your set up can affect whether or not you are selected. Since most of our events are held on streets or in smaller confined parks, generally the more compact your set up compared to a competitor will give you the edge. A kettle korn vendor working a 10 x 10 booth will most likely be selected over a 28ft trailer with kettle korn.
MENU ITEMS
Applications for the Mount Dora Blueberry Festival must include customized blueberry menu items. Adding Blueberry lemonade and tea to your menu won’t cut it. Please be creative.
Having a specialty menu that stands out from other food vendors will catch our attention.
Food vendors that sample Hispanic and Latino specialties will get preference for the Sept Mount Dora Viva La Frida Festival.
APP Photos
Don’t bother applying if you don’t have any photos. We need to visually see what your set up looks like.
Adding photo examples of your plates is a plus.
ALCOHOL SALES
You can NOT sell alcohol at any of our events without proper licensing AND permission! Even if you have the license and permit to do so at festivals and events, we may have exclusive agreements in place with vendors. DO NOT TRY AND SELL ALCOHOL in your booth space or you will be asked to leave immediately.
Mount Dora REQUIREMENTS
If you are already or would like to be a Food vendor at one of our Mount Dora, FL events you must comply with the city Fire code rules.
Selection Process
Festivals with Janet utilizes a range of standard considerations when evaluating vendor applications. These criteria are intended to support the overall quality, balance, and success of each festival while maintaining a positive experience for attendees, vendors, and the surrounding community.
Vendor applications are generally reviewed based on the following factors:
- Product Type and Event Fit: Alignment of the vendor’s products with the theme, character, and audience of the specific event.
- Category Balance: Consideration of the overall mix of vendors to avoid unnecessary duplication and to promote variety across similar product categories.
- Space and Logistical Constraints: Availability of space, site layout limitations, and operational considerations specific to each event.
- Application Completeness and Timeliness: Submission of complete and accurate application materials within applicable timeframes.
- Licensing and Compliance: Confirmation that vendors meet applicable regulatory, licensing, and permitting requirements.
- Prior Participation and Performance: Past participation in events, including adherence to event guidelines and overall professionalism.
- Operational Readiness: Ability to meet setup, safety, and operational requirements for the event.
- Community and Event Considerations: Consideration of the broader event environment, including the goal of supporting a diverse and engaging marketplace.
Please note that vendor selection is a holistic process, and no single factor is determinative. Criteria may vary depending on the specific needs and circumstances of each individual event.