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ServSafe

ServSafe is a food and beverage safety training and certificate program administered by the US National Restaurant Association. The program is accredited by ANSI and a US nonprofit called the Conference for Food Protection. Its goal is to prevent foodborne illnesses based on a set of guidelines to improve safety and hygiene in the food preparation process.

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ServSafe
IndustryFood and beverage safety training and certification
HeadquartersChicago, Illinois
OwnersNational Restaurant Association
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ServSafe is a food and beverage safety training and certificate program administered by the US National Restaurant Association. The program is accredited by ANSI and a US nonprofit called the Conference for Food Protection.1 Its goal is to prevent foodborne illnesses based on a set of guidelines to improve safety and hygiene in the food preparation process.

Sanitation certification is required by most restaurants as a basic credential for their management staff. To date, over 5 million ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certifications have been awarded.2 ServSafe certifies food managers, food handlers, people who work with alcohol and allergens, and workplaces.3

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  1. "Home". Conference for Food Protection. Archived from the original on 3 February 2024.
  2. "ServSafe® Training and Certification". The National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation. Retrieved 26 March 2012.
  3. "What is ServSafe Certification?". Hospitality Training Center. Retrieved 2020-10-07.
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