With consumers more concerned than ever about the safety of the food they’re being served, it is critical to know the facts of and procedures for preventing food contamination. To protect yourself and your customers against food borne illness, you and your staff must know these facts and procedures for prevention.

ServSafe addresses potential hazards in the areas of storage, preparation, cleaning and sanitizing, cooking and personal hygiene. Additional information covered: HACCP, the flow of food from purchasing to reheating, designing facilities and choosing equipment, sanitizing, and controlling pests, to name a few. The information the course provides is practical and directly applicable to your operation.

This nationally respected training program helps you reduce the risks and potential liabilities that your operation faces everyday, and may save you money on your insurance premiums. The ServSafe program is perfect for chefs, kitchen managers, healthcare directors, owners and operators, and food service managers. It is also great for potential food industry prospects looking to get a step ahead of the competition.

ServSafe Certification puts this training to the test with the valid and reliable ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification Exam. It is accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI)-Conference for Food Protection (CFP), and it is recognized by more jurisdictions than any other food safety program.

The National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF) has awarded more than 2.7 million ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certifications. ServSafe brings the lessons to life with real world scenarios.

The examination is administered at the conclusion of the 12 hour course. In North Carolina, your restaurant will receive a two point bonus on its health inspection if at least one employee has attended a workshop and passes the examination. This workshop will not only increase the knowledge of managers and staff but also improve your business sanitation score.

The Workshop consists of information from the ServSafe® Essentials, Fifth Edition textbook. The textbook has been updated to reflect the latest food safety science based on the 2007 Supplement to the 2005 FDA Food Code. All classes use the 2005 FDA Food Code.

• Exams available in several languages (English, Spanish, Chinese & Korean)
• Computer based & Paper-based exam options
• Computer-based format allows candidates to see results immediately
• Candidates can take exam immediately after final day of class or schedule appointment within 14 days of attended workshop.
• Classes range from 12 to 16 contact hours
• Classes maintain limited seating so instructor can assist with food safety questions and concerns.
• Total Workshop Price is $225.00. This includes ServSafe® Essentials, Sixth Edition textbook, examination and activity booklet.
• Restaurant managers who send 3 or more employees will receive a $ 25.00 per employee discount.

Servers and sellers of alcohol must always balance the desire to please guests with the responsibilities of alcohol service. As a member of the service staff, you are liable regarding alcohol service. If you do not act in accordance with the law, you could face consequences ranging from lawsuits to criminal charges. Now you and your staff can receive complete and essential training at your convenience. This state-of-the-art online training and examination solution was developed with input from experts in the foodservice, regulatory, legal, academic, medical and insurance fields.

Once students complete the online course, they will be able to begin their certification examination. NC Elite offers a four hour classroom session in addition to the online course. This is the most effective way to gain the skills and knowledge needed to make sound decisions about alcohol sales & services. The program trains servers & sellers of alcohol how to prevent intoxication, drunk driving and underage drinking. Anyone in the following areas should attend: restaurants, caterers, bars, taverns, pubs, hotels, social clubs, airports, arenas, stadiums & nightclubs.

The ServSafe Alcohol Online Course comes bundled with the choice of either the Primary or the Advanced Certification Exam. Regardless of the examination option selected, all students experience the same online course content.

• Call for pricing details on all alcohol training.
• Group discount rates will apply for classroom training.

Thank you to the following local restaurants for certifying with NC Elite Career Service Center!