Fast, flexible, and state - approved Food Manager certification for managers and the Person In Charge - trusted by restaurants, hotels, and food service teams
A nationally recognized credential that demonstrates a leader’s ability to manage food safety practices in a food service environment.
Restaurant owners, chefs, kitchen managers, shift leads, and others in supervisory food roles — requirements vary by state.
Prevents foodborne illness, helps pass inspections, and keeps operations compliant with local laws.
Complete training (optional in some states) and pass an accredited exam – available online or in-person. See your state training options below.
Join our 4-hour live Food Manager training class followed by the ServSafe® Food Manager Exam, all in one convenient session.
Held monthly in most Florida metro areas, this is our most popular option for individuals and small teams.
Pre-course study materials
4-hour instructor-led review session
ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Exam and 5-year certificate
All required materials provided day-of – just show up ready to learn
Ideal for restaurants, hotels, and foodservice managers needing certification
90 multiple-choice questions
Must score 70% or higher to pass
The exam takes up to 2 hours (most complete it in ~45 minutes)
In-person computer-based exams with instant results
Certification is valid for 5 years
If you have 8+ team members who need certified, we can bring the Food Manager training and certification exam to you.
Perfect for restaurants, hotels, and organizations certifying a group of managers all at once. Flexible scheduling available.
Pre-course study materials
4-hour instructor-led review session
ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Exam and 5-year certificate
Flexible date options and group-focused instruction
Pay for 8 minimum – if fewer attend, unused credits can be applied to future public classes
90 multiple-choice questions
Must score 70% or higher to pass
The exam takes up to 2 hours (most complete it in ~45 minutes)
In-person computer-based exams with instant results
Certification is valid for 5 years
We provide the study guide, practice exam, and vocabulary list to prepare at your own pace.
Once ready, schedule the ServSafe® Food Manager Exam online, then join a live remote proctoring session to take the exam from your computer.
Includes a 26-page Advanced Food Manager Study Guide, 150+ question ServSafe® practice exam, and a food safety vocabulary list
Designed to help your team thoroughly prepare at their own pace – anytime, anywhere
Once ready, managers can take the ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Exam online with a remote proctor
90 multiple-choice questions
Must score 70% or higher to pass
You’ll need a computer/laptop with a camera and microphone for the proctor to monitor the exam
The exam takes up to 2 hours (most complete it in ~45 minutes)
Certification is valid for 5 years
We provide the study guide, practice exam, and vocabulary list to prepare at your own pace.
Once ready, schedule the ServSafe® Food Manager Exam online, then join a live remote proctoring session to take the exam from your computer.
Includes a 26-page Advanced Food Manager Study Guide, 150+ question ServSafe® practice exam, and a food safety vocabulary list
Designed to help your team thoroughly prepare at their own pace – anytime, anywhere
Once ready, managers can take the ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Exam online with a remote proctor
90 multiple-choice questions
Must score 70% or higher to pass
You’ll need a computer/laptop with a camera and microphone for the proctor to monitor the exam
The exam takes up to 2 hours (most complete it in ~45 minutes)
Certification is valid for 5 years