FAQ’s – FOOD MANAGER

What is the Food Manager Certification (CFPM)?

All states require that there be someone on duty during all hours of operation who have a food manager certification (CFPM).A food manager is responsible for keeping customers safe by overseeing the safe storage, preparation, and service of food in the workplace. They must pass a test demonstrating their knowledge of food safety practices, and then they are certified to manage food safety practices in the kitchen.

How long is the certification valid?

The certificate is valid for 5 years.

What does the food manager course include?

Online video training, practice exam, and the remotely proctored final exam.

How may I view the course videos?

You may use any internet-connected device.

How many questions on the exam?

The exam has 80 multiple-choice questions.

What languages are supported?

English and Spanish.

Is Always Food Safe’s certification the same as other food safety manager exams?

The Always Food Safe Company, Food Protection Manager exam is equivalent to the Food Protection Manager certification programs from the National Registry of Food Safety Professionals (NRFSP), Learn2Serve (360training.com), ServSafe (National Restaurant Association), and Prometric.

Our exam is ANSI accredited, meaning that it meets the required national standards for Food Protection Manager Certification Programs.

How many exam attempts are allowed?

If not successful on the first exam attempt, the course allows for 1 free retake.

What do I need for the exam?

A quiet location with internet access and a laptop or desktop computer equipped with a webcam. Tablets, Chromebooks, and Smartphones are not compatible with the exam.

Is the food manager certification accredited?

Yes, it’s ANAB accredited and recognized nationwide.

h2Are the different food manager exam forms the same as each other?

All exam forms are what we call equivalent. Each form of the Always Food Safe Company, Food Protection Manager Certification Exam is equivalent in difficulty and content to other exam forms. The forms were constructed by a highly respected psychometrician with an advanced degree in measurement and testing, and in addition, we call on the expert help of many experienced Food Protection Managers, (Subject Matter Experts). Each exam form goes through many processes to ensure that it is equivalent. That way you can be assured that whichever exam form you receive, will test your knowledge equally and fairly.