New Jersey Food Manager Certification
New Jersey Food Manager
- Instant Food Manager Certificate Download
- ANAB-Accredited, New Jersey-Approved
- Includes Free Online Video Proctor
- Up-to-Date, Engaging & Mobile-Friendly
Which Course Should I Take?
If this is your first time taking the New Jersey Food Manager Certification Exam, or you need a refresher, we recommend taking the package with Food Safety Manager Training.
NATIONAL FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATION EXAM
Take the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB)-CFP-approved exam and earn your Food Manager Certification.
5 Years
Food Safety Manager Training
Get prepared for your food manager exam by enrolling in our food safety course.
5 Years
NATIONAL FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATION EXAM + TRAINING
Get both Food Manager training and the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB)-CFP-approved Food Manager Certification Exam with this package.
5 Years
The food manager safety materials and training were great and easy to understand. I liked that there was an assessment following each section and was able to complete the exam easily.
Glad to have a means to study at my own rate, return to review topics as needed, and feel ready to take the exam in my own time. Great value for the money. Highly recommended.
Great Food Safety Manager Course. I especially found the ability to take my time, write down notes, and look up unfamiliar language to be helpful. The support is excellent.
How do I become a Certified Food Protection Manager in New Jersey?
To get your food manager certification in New Jersey, you'll need to complete a food manager training course and pass an ANAB-accredited Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) exam. You can easily meet these requirements with Learn2Serve by 360training. You'll complete your training online and at your own pace, then register for our ANAB-accredited Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) exam. Sign up and begin today!
What are the New Jersey food safety regulations?
Under NJAC 8:24-2.1(b), New Jersey requires a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on the premises of a Risk Type 3 Food Establishment at all times.
To become a CFPM, you need to pass a food safety exam through an ANAB-CFP accredited program like Learn2Serve by 360training.
We always advise checking with your local health department for their certification and training requirements to ensure you're meeting all requirements.
How long is the food manager certification good for?
ANAB's CFPM certification is generally valid for five years. County or municipal regulations may vary, so check with your local health authority.
Can you take the New Jersey food manager exam online?
Yes, your exam will be administered through our online proctor service. The Learn2Serve Food Protection Manager Certification Exam is accredited by the American National Standards Institute and the Conference for Food Protection (ANSI-CFP).
Learn more about the policies and procedures required to successfully complete our online proctored exam.
Who should get their food manager certification?
For most businesses, it's at least one owner, manager, or chef. Since New Jersey requires one CFPM on duty during all operating hours, many restaurants or other businesses will need shift managers or department managers to be certified, as well.
What does a food manager do and how can they improve food safety?
Food managers juggle a lot of responsibilities, from human resources and team management to customer service to operations.
But their food safety duties touch almost every part of their job. They must:
- Understand local food safety regulations and keep their business in compliance with the law
- Create and enforce food safety policies, procedures, and protocols
- Train all employees in food safety principles and protocols
- Monitor the proper execution of food safety protocols and correct errors as needed
- Confirm that all third-party suppliers and their deliveries meet food safety standards
- And more
Because of the level of liability food managers bear, they earn a significantly higher salary than servers and other food employees. According to wage data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, here is the average amount of money you can expect to make in senior management positions in the New Jersey foodservice industry:
| Job Title | Average Hourly Wage | Average Yearly Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Food Service Manager | $39.59 | $82,340 |
| Chef | $33.78 | $70,260 |
New Jersey-approved food safety manager certification is an important qualification for getting one of these jobs.
Why are food managers in New Jersey required to get ANAB certification?
Foodborne illness is a significant hazard throughout the United States, including New Jersey. According to data from the Center for Science in the Public Interest, over a 10-year period (2003-2012), there were a total of 110 foodborne illness outbreaks. And the two most common pathogens found were Norovirus and Salmonella—both preventable with the right food safety protocols in place.
Since food service managers set food safety policies, train staff in protocols, and ensure compliance, they're in the best position to stop foodborne illnesses from impacting customers and employees. To make sure they're qualified to do this, they must demonstrate their knowledge by earning accredited food safety manager certification.
ANSI-accredited certification programs meet the highest standards in food safety. The ANSI CFPM program has a stamp of approval from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
