9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
ServSafe for Managers - Certification Training & Test
This full-day workshop provides the official ServSafe Food Safety Manager Training required by California law for food establishments. Whether you're running a restaurant, food truck, or catering business, this certification is essential to ensure food safety and meet health department regulations.
Led by a certified ServSafe instructor, the course covers being a certified Food Safety Manager and prepares you for the Servsafe exam (included):
- Foodborne illness and prevention
- Safe food handling and preparation
- Cleaning and sanitizing procedures
- Time and temperature control
- Personal hygiene
- Regulatory compliance
The day includes six hours of training followed by the official 2-hour ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification Exam.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
- You may choose to take EITHER the print or online version of the exam. If taking the online version, you must bring your own laptop.
- Prepare in Advance (Required for First-Time Examinees)
- If this is your first time taking the Food Safety Manager exam, you are strongly encouraged to begin studying at least 2 weeks in advance.
Order the required coursebook here:
- Print: https://a.co/d/7nnpg6n
- Kindle or Audio: https://a.co/d/dCM3y3U
COST: $149.00
PAYMENT OPTIONS:
- Register today and pay via a check at the door, on the day of the event.
- Pay using Eventbrite (email us to receive a payment link). There will be a processing fee.
RETESTING:
In the event you do not pass the test, you'll have the option to attend our next class (next quarter) for $35 or, if you need before then, then you'll have the option to pay an additional $75 for a one-on-one test administration.
REFUNDS:
Eventbrite refunds will only be granted if we receive notification by midnight of the night before or 5/26 at 11:59 PM, less their, Eventbrite's, cancellation processing fee.
Event Details / Timeline:
9:00 AM: Class begins
Lunch will not be provided; however, there are many wonderful area restaurants and quick fare options nearby.
3:00 PM Test begins (Online test option available, but you must bring your own laptop.)
Address:
Santa Rosa Metro Chamber
50 Old Courthouse Square, #110
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
Parking:
Parking is available in the 3rd Street Garage at 625 3rd Street.
(This lot is directly behind the office building for the Chamber.)
Hourly Rate: First hour free, then $1.00/hour
The Sonoma SBDC welcomes all entrepreneurs and business owners. Our events and services are open to anyone interested in small business development.
ADA Accommodations:
Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals requiring assistance. Please contact info@sonomasbdc.org. Requests must be made 72 hours in advance of the meeting.