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Which Food Safety Manager Certification Is the Best One to Get?
There are several solid options for a certified food safety manager certification, but two names come up most consistently: ServSafe and State Food Safety. ServSafe, offered by the National Restaurant Association, is the most widely recognized program across the country. It’s ANSI-accredited, offers extensive study materials, and has proctors easy to find—making it a practical first choice for most food service businesses.
State Food Safety is another strong pick for a food safety and management course, particularly for online flexibility. Other ANSI-accredited providers like the National Registry of Food Safety Professionals and 360Training are also legitimate options. The key thing to confirm is that the course you choose is for manager-level certification, not just a food handler course—they’re very different in scope and requirements.
When comparing the best food service certifications for managers, ANSI accreditation is the baseline standard. As long as a program carries that, the practical differences between providers are fairly small. Check with your local health department to confirm which certifications they accept in your jurisdiction before you enroll.
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