Unit group 5212

PSOC Unit group 5212 — Street food salespersons

Street food salespersons prepare and sell, or sell previously prepared, hot or cold food and beverages ready for immediate consumption in streets and public places such as stations, cinemas, or theaters. Their tasks include: a) obtaining permission or a license, where required, to sell food and drinks on the street or in a public place; b) obtaining food and drinks for sale; c) preparing, either beforehand or on the spot, food and drinks for sale; d) loading and unloading, pushing, pedalling or carrying hand-cart, truck, tray or basket to bring food and drinks to the desired place in the streets, or to public places such as stations or cinemas; e) displaying and selling food and drinks and accepting payment. Examples of the occupations classified here: Hawker (food), Street food vendor Some related occupations classified elsewhere: Cook - 5120, Fast food preparer - 9411, Food service counter attendant - 5246, Street vendor (excluding food) - 9520

Level Unit group
Code 5212
Children 0
Source PSOC
Practical summary

What this code covers

Street food salespersons prepare and sell, or sell previously prepared, hot or cold food and beverages ready for immediate consumption in streets and public places such as stations, cinemas, or theaters. Their tasks include: a) obtaining permission or a license, where required, to sell food and drinks on the street or in a public place; b) obtaining food and drinks for sale; c) preparing, either beforehand or on the spot, food and drinks for sale; d) loading and unloading, pushing, pedalling or carrying hand-cart, truck, tray or basket to bring food and drinks to the desired place in the streets, or to public places such as stations or cinemas; e) displaying and selling food and drinks and accepting payment. Examples of the occupations classified here: Hawker (food), Street food vendor Some related occupations classified elsewhere: Cook - 5120, Fast food preparer - 9411, Food service counter attendant - 5246, Street vendor (excluding food) - 9520

Administrative context

Where this code is used

Use this unit group when the occupation wording needs to sit under Street and market salespersons.

Selection note

How to choose it

Use this node when the job title is more specific than the broader Street and market salespersons grouping.

Industry links

Industries that employ this occupation

These PSIC codes are the closest industry matches for this occupation code based on the current editorial crosswalk.

Primary industries

Primary industries

Also relevant for

Also relevant for

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FAQ

What does PSOC 5212 cover?

Street food salespersons prepare and sell, or sell previously prepared, hot or cold food and beverages ready for immediate consumption in streets and public places such as stations, cinemas, or theaters. Their tasks include: a) obtaining permission or a license, where required, to sell food and drinks on the street or in a public place; b) obtaining food and drinks for sale; c) preparing, either beforehand or on the spot, food and drinks for sale; d) loading and unloading, pushing, pedalling or carrying hand-cart, truck, tray or basket to bring food and drinks to the desired place in the streets, or to public places such as stations or cinemas; e) displaying and selling food and drinks and accepting payment. Examples of the occupations classified here: Hawker (food), Street food vendor Some related occupations classified elsewhere: Cook - 5120, Fast food preparer - 9411, Food service counter attendant - 5246, Street vendor (excluding food) - 9520

Where is PSOC 5212 used in practice?

Use this unit group when the occupation wording needs to sit under Street and market salespersons.

How do I choose PSOC 5212 over nearby options?

Use this node when the job title is more specific than the broader Street and market salespersons grouping.