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School Canteen and Bus Services

Selection criteria and process for school canteens

Download the application form and submit it with the required documents to apply for a school canteen stall. Check the eligibility criteria before applying.

Last updated on 14 September 2026

This is the general school canteen application details. Do check with the school you're applying to if there are other requirements.

Application Procedure

  1. Download and complete the application form. You may also request for a hardcopy from the School’s General Office.

  1. Attached the following documents together with the application form:

  • Photocopy of the NRIC (front and back)

  • List of proposed menu and pricing for all items

  • Photocopy of relevant certificates such as Basic Food Hygiene Course, etc

  1. Submit the completed application form and documents by closing date via the school's email OR to the School's General Office.

Interest applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Singapore citizen or Singapore Permanent Resident (SPR) for stallholder and stall assistant.

  • Able to provide good service and quality food with prices determined in consultation with the school.

  • Able to provide cooked food that meets the health / nutritional standards set by the Health Promotion Board (HPB) under the "Healthy Meals in Schools Programme (HMSP)" guidelines (see link (opens in new tab)).

  • Able to maintain high standard of food safety and personal hygiene.

  • Healthy and fit to operate the stall.

Applicants should preferably fulfill the following criteria:

  • Successful applicant and stall assistant(s) must possess the WSQ Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.

  • Possess catering experience or experience operating in a school environment.

  • Successful applicant is required to apply for a food stall license from Singapore Food Agency (SFA).

Shortlisted applicants will be notified for an interview and will be required to provide food sampling for the School Canteen Selection Committee at the applicant's own expense.