NAICS Code for Food Service
The primary NAICS code for Food Service is 722310 — Food Service Contractors. Businesses classified under NAICS 722310 (Food Service Contractors) are involved in: providing food services at institutional, governmental, commercial, or industrial locations of others based on contractual arrangements with these types of organizations for a specified period of time. The establishments of this industry provide food services for the convenience of the contracting organization or the contracting organization's customers. The contractual arrangement of these establishments with contracting organizations may vary by type of facility operated (such as cafeteria, restaurant, fast-food eating place), revenue sharing, cost structure, and personnel provided. Management staff is always provided by food service contractors. Typical activities include: Providing food services at institutional, Governmental, Commercial. Related codes include 722330 (Mobile Food Services), 62421 (Community Food Services), 72233 (Mobile Food Services).
Primary NAICS Code
722310Food Service ContractorsAbout Food Service
Businesses classified under NAICS 722310 (Food Service Contractors) are involved in: providing food services at institutional, governmental, commercial, or industrial locations of others based on contractual arrangements with these types of organizations for a specified period of time. The establishments of this industry provide food services for the convenience of the contracting organization or the contracting organization's customers. The contractual arrangement of these establishments with contracting organizations may vary by type of facility operated (such as cafeteria, restaurant, fast-food eating place), revenue sharing, cost structure, and personnel provided. Management staff is always provided by food service contractors.
Typical Business Activities
What's Included
- +Providing food services at institutional
- +Governmental
- +Commercial
How to Determine Your NAICS Code
While 722310 (Food Service Contractors) is the most common classification for food service, your specific code depends on your primary revenue-generating activity. Review the included and excluded activities above to confirm this code fits your business. If your operations span multiple categories, use the code that best represents your largest source of revenue. You can also use the search tool below to describe your specific business activities and find the most accurate match.
Related NAICS Codes
Businesses in food service may also fall under these codes:
Example Companies
Compass Group
Compass Group PLC is a world leading food and support services company, which serves meals to millions of people in c.35 countries and employs and engages more than 550, 000 people globally.
Chertsey, England, United Kingdom
Grubhub
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Chicago, Illinois, United States
Aramark
Aramark provides food services and facilities management to hospitals, universities, school districts, stadiums, and other businesses around the world.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Sodexo
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Issy-les-Moulineaux, Ile-de-France, France
Sodexo
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Issy-les-Moulineaux, Ile-de-France, France
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