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ServSafe Managers 

The ServSafe® program provides accurate, up-to-date information for all levels of employees on handling of food, from receiving and storing to preparing and serving. Upon successful completion of the course and exam, participants receive a Certificate of Completion from ServSafe® and a Certification in Food Protection from the Ohio Department of Health.

Who should attend? 

  • Food Service Managers and Food Handlers at restaurants; convenience stores; grocery stores; school food service workers; and civic groups who prepare food for sale and consumptions.

This course meets the standards as set by the Ohio Department of Health as Level II Certification in Food Protection Manager Certification (Ohio Revised Code 3701-21-25).

The test has two formats:

  1. In-Person: Participants must sign up for the two-day class with the exam being on the second day. Please read the exam details below.
  2. Online: Click here to learn more and register.

 

In-Person Class Information

Cost: $200 Cash/Check only

  • Registration includes course instruction, materials, and exam. View a printable registration here.

Registration must be received no later than three (3) business days prior to the event and payment must be received before the class

  • Bring your own Number 2 pencils for the exam.
  • All personal items are to be left in your car.
  • You will be required to bring a photo id (driver’s license) of yourself.

 

Upcoming Classes for 2025:

  • July 28th - Exam Only: 9:00 am to 12:00 pm

  • August 11th - Class 9:00 am to 5:00 pm & August 18th - Class 9:00 am; Exam at 1:00 pm

  • September 15 - Exam Only 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm

  • October 13 - Class 8:30 am - 5:00 pm & October 20 - Class 8:30 am; Exam at 1:00 pm

  • November 10 - Exam Only 9:00 am to 12:00 pm

Lunch on your own

*Must attend entire training to take exam* 

*There is a $50 fee to retake the exam if not passed the first time.

 

ServSafe Food Handlers 

New information coming soon!

 

 

Questions? Contact us at 330-533-5538 or email at mahoningcounty@osu.edu