Food Manager Certification Online
Always Food Safe® Food Manager Certification
ANAB-accredited Food Protection Manager Certification with a 100% online course and remote proctored exam. Learn at your own pace, aligned to the FDA 2022 Food Code, and earn a nationally accepted 5-year certificate with two exam attempts included.
2 Exam Attempts Included in Course Package
Why Choose the Always Food Safe Food Manager Certification?
Traditional in-person Food Manager Certification classes mean travel costs, scheduling conflicts, and full-day absences. The Always Food Safe Food Manager Certification eliminates all of that. Complete your training and proctored exam entirely online — from home, the office, or anywhere with an internet connection.
No Scheduling Conflicts
Train anytime — no need to coordinate all-day classroom sessions around busy operations.
No Travel Expenses
Zero commuting, zero test center fees. Complete your Food Manager Certification from wherever you are.
No Staffing Disruptions
Staff train on their own schedule — evenings, weekends, or between shifts — without missed workdays.
Who Needs a Food Manager Certification?
Most states and local health departments require at least one Certified Food Protection Manager on duty at all times in licensed food establishments. This includes:
✓ Head chefs, kitchen managers, and shift leads
✓ School, hospital, and institutional foodservice supervisors
✓ Food truck and mobile vendor operators
✓ Catering and banquet managers
✓ Hotel and resort food & beverage directors
✓ Multi-unit operators needing certified managers at each location
What You’ll Learn in the Food Manager Certification Course
The Always Food Safe Food Manager Certification course covers 10 chapters of video-based training aligned to the FDA 2022 Model Food Code:
✓ Biological, chemical, and physical contamination hazards
✓ Major food allergens and cross-contact prevention
✓ Personal hygiene, handwashing, and work attire
✓ Time and temperature control for safety (TCS) foods
✓ Purchasing, receiving, and proper food storage
✓ Thawing, preparation, cooking, and cooling procedures
✓ Safe food service and holding practices
✓ Cleaning, sanitizing, and integrated pest management
✓ HACCP principles and food safety management systems
Ready to Earn Your Food Manager Certification?
100% online training & remote proctored exam — two attempts included
Instant access • Self-paced • Valid for 5 years • Accepted nationwide
How to Get Your Food Protection Manager Certification
Enroll Online
Sign up and get instant access to the Always Food Safe® video-based course.
Complete the Training
Work through 10 chapters of engaging video lessons at your own pace.
Pass the Proctored Exam
Take the remote proctored exam 24/7 — no scheduling required. Free retake included.
Get Certified
Receive your ANAB-accredited Food Protection Manager Certificate — valid for 5 years.
What’s Included in Your Food Manager Certification Package
✓ Remote proctored certification exam — available 24/7
✓ Two exam attempts included (1 free retake)
✓ ANAB-accredited Food Protection Manager Certificate
✓ Certificate valid for 5 years, accepted in all U.S. jurisdictions
✓ Aligned to the FDA 2022 Model Food Code
✓ Available in English and Spanish
✓ Mobile-friendly — compatible with phones, tablets, and computers
✓ Bookmark feature to pause and resume anytime
Benefits for Employers
Regulatory Compliance
Ensure Certified Food Protection Managers are on duty to meet state and local health department requirements.
Risk Reduction
Lower the risk of foodborne illness, contamination incidents, and costly health code violations.
Faster Onboarding
Certify new managers quickly without waiting for classroom schedules. Train multiple staff simultaneously.
Advance Your Career with Food Manager Certification
✓ Promotion opportunities — Demonstrate your commitment to food safety and regulatory compliance
✓ Industry recognition — Join certified professionals ensuring safe food handling nationwide
✓ Career mobility — ANAB-accredited certification accepted across all U.S. jurisdictions
Significant Cost Savings Over In-Person Classes
$0
Travel Expenses
8+ Hours
Saved vs. In-Person Classes
100%
Schedule Flexibility
Remote Proctored Exam Details
The Food Protection Manager Certification exam is a proctored assessment available 24/7 — no scheduling required. A live proctor verifies your ID via webcam and ensures exam integrity.
✓ Computer with webcam and microphone
✓ Reliable internet connection
✓ Modern web browser
✓ Government-issued photo ID
✓ Quiet, private, well-lit space
Peace of mind: Two exam attempts are included — your first attempt plus a free retake if needed.
Food Manager Certification – Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Food Manager Certification?
A Food Manager Certification proves that a person in charge of a kitchen understands how to prevent foodborne illness and follow required food safety laws. It confirms that a manager knows how to handle sanitation, temperature control, cross-contamination prevention, and employee hygiene. Most states and local health departments require at least one Certified Food Protection Manager on site at all times.
Is the Always Food Safe Food Manager Certification accepted nationwide?
Yes. Always Food Safe is an ANAB-accredited organization, so your Food Protection Manager Certificate is accepted in all U.S. jurisdictions. However, approval ultimately depends on your state and local health department, so always confirm with your local authority.
How is the Always Food Safe certification different from ServSafe?
The Always Food Safe Food Protection Manager exam is equivalent to the ServSafe Food Protection Manager certification. Both are ANAB-accredited and meet the same national standards. Always Food Safe offers video-based training, a remote proctored exam available 24/7 with no scheduling required, and two exam attempts included in the price.
How long is the Food Manager Certification valid?
Your Food Manager Certification is valid for five years from the date of the exam. After five years, you must retake the exam to renew your certification.
Is the exam proctored?
Yes. The Food Protection Manager exam is a remote proctored assessment. A live proctor verifies your identity via webcam and monitors the exam session. The exam is available 24/7 with no scheduling required. You will need a computer with a webcam, microphone, and reliable internet connection.
What happens if I don’t pass the exam on my first attempt?
Your Food Manager Certification package includes two exam attempts — your first attempt plus one free retake. If you do not pass on the first try, you can retake the exam at no additional cost.
Can I take the course on my phone or tablet?
Yes. The training course is mobile-friendly and works on smartphones, tablets, and computers. However, the proctored exam requires a computer with a webcam and microphone.
Is the course available in Spanish?
Yes. The Always Food Safe Food Manager Certification course and exam are available in both English and Spanish.
Get Your Food Manager Certification Today
Join thousands of professionals who earned their Food Protection Manager Certification with Always Food Safe®.
Remote proctoring — test from anywhere, anytime — with two attempts included.
2 exam attempts included • 5-year certificate • Accepted nationwide