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Gastonia City Clerk |
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| NC Seller's Permit / Sales Tax Registration |
NC Department of Revenue |
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| Food Safety Manager Certification (ServSafe or equivalent) |
ANSI-Accredited Certification Body (ServSafe, Prometric, etc.) |
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| NC Food Handler Certification |
State-Approved Training Provider |
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| Gastonia Business License / Tax Registration |
Gastonia Finance Department / City Clerk |
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| Employer Identification Number (EIN) |
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) |
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| Fictitious Business Name (DBA) Statement |
Gaston County County Clerk |
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| General Liability Insurance |
Private Insurance Carriers |
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| Workers' Compensation Insurance |
NC Workers' Compensation Board |
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Gaston County Business Office |
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