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TRAINING & CERTIFICATION

Our ServSafe Food Safety Managers training meets the RI Department of Health requirements for food safety licensing. Managers need to know food safety and the critical importance of its role and how to share food safety knowledge with every employee. This course will cover all aspects of safely managing the flow of food in a practical, applicable manner. Already certified but need to re-new your license? We offer Re-Certification examinations that will allow you to reapply for your license with the State of Rhode Island.


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FOOD SAFETY CLASSES

Our training and certification programs help restaurants and food establishments
meet the State of Rhode Island Department of Health requirements.

ServSafe® Food Safety Manager FULL Certification

ServSafe® Food Safety Manager FULL Certification

This is a comprehensive one day course from 8:00am-4:30pm. The price includes the course, textbook and material for the course and the exam. You will learn about the flow of food, proper hygiene practices, HACCP, allergens and more.

Non-Members: $225
Members: $199 (Exclusive Perks for RI Hospitality Members! Enjoy discounted event pricing for you and your team.)

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Rhode Island Food Safety Manager In-Class RE-Certification Examination

Rhode Island Food Safety Manager In-Class RE-Certification Examination

This examination will be held from 2:00pm-4:30pm on the day of class. This exam is recognized by the RI Department of Health to renew your license every 5 years after your initial license has been obtained.

$99.00  

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Online ServSafe® Essentials Food Safety Manager FULL Certification

Online ServSafe® Essentials Food Safety Manager FULL Certification

The RI Department of Health recognizes the Online ServSafe® Essentials Food Safety Manager FULL Certification. The course can be purchased via the www.servsafe.com website. You have 90 days to complete the course once you purchase it. Once the online course is completed, you will be prompted to call a Proctor. We have 3 Proctors in our office and can help you schedule your exam. Please call us at 401-223-1120 for more information.

$214.00
($125 ServSafe® Online Course + $89 Exam (voucher and proctor fee)

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Rhode Island Food Safety Manager In-Office RE-Certification Examination

Rhode Island Food Safety Manager In-Office RE-Certification Examination

The RI Department of Health recognizes the ServSafe® Essentials Food Safety Manager Exam for Recertification in the State of Rhode Island.

For RE-Certification ONLY- you do not need any hours of training. A proctored exam (with a passing score of 70% or higher) will suffice to re-certify in the state of Rhode Island along with a RI Department of Health application for a license renewal every five years.

If you would like to schedule a proctored exam, please call us at 401-223-1120.

Total Cost: $99.00
(Examination voucher + Proctor fee)


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ALLERGEN TRAINING

Rhode Island LAW requires that food establishments [establishments that cook, prepare, or serve food intended for immediate consumption either on or off the premises] must:


  • have on staff an ANSI/CFP Certified Food Protection Manager and/or a manager who has been issued a Rhode Island Certificate of Allergen Awareness training train all staff to be knowledgeable in food allergen awareness as it relates to their assigned duties
  • prominently display in the staff area a food allergy awareness poster that has been approved by the Rhode Island Health Department director
  • include on all menus a notice to customers about the customer's obligation to inform the server about any food allergies

Allergen Training will be included in all ServSafe Food Safety Manager's Full Certification courses going forward. If you've already been fully certified, and are solely looking to become allergen certified you can do so by visiting


www.servsafe.com

FOOD SAFETY PRODUCTS

Food Safety Plans

We provides food service establishments, retailers, and processors a step-by-step guide for developing a custom Food Safety Plan that is specific to their facility. This plan is mandated by the RI Department of Health, Food Protection Division. To request a customized written food safety plan please contact our office at 401-223-1120 or email Traci@RIHospitality.org

Private Food Safety Audits

Let our food safety experts inspect your establishment to ensure the highest standards of Food Safety are being practiced. To request a private food safety audit please contact our office at 401-223-1120 or email Traci@RIHospitality.org

CLASS SCHEDULE

ServSafe Classes

All ServSafe Classes are offered online at
https://www.servsafe.com/ServSafe-Manager/Buy-Manager-Products

ServSafe Exams

All ServSafe Exams can be done online through: https://www.servsafe.com/ServSafe-Manager/Buy-Manager-Products or please call 401-223-1120 to schedule an in office exam session.

January 272026
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager FULL Certification
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager FULL Certification G Ballroom
100 Dorrance Street, Providence, RI 02903
8:00am - 4:30pm 1 Day
January272026
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager RE-Certification Examination
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager RE-Certification Examination ONLY G Ballroom
100 Dorrance Street, Providence, RI 02903
2:00pm - 4:30pm 1 Day
February 42026
Certificación Completa - ServSafe® para Gerente de Seguridad Alimentaria
Certificación Completa - ServSafe® para Gerente de Seguridad Alimentaria RIC Workforce Development Hub
934 Dexter Street, Central Falls, RI 02863
8:00am - 4:30pm 1 Day
February42026
Examen de Recertificación para el Gerente de Seguridad Alimentaria ServSafe®
Examen de Recertificación para el Gerente de Seguridad Alimentaria ServSafe® RIC Workforce Development Hub
934 Dexter Street, Central Falls, RI 02863
2:00pm - 4:30pm 1 Day
February 172026
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager FULL Certification
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager FULL Certification G Ballroom
100 Dorrance Street, Providence, RI 02903
8:00am - 4:30pm 1 Day
February172026
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager RE-Certification Examination
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager RE-Certification Examination ONLY G Ballroom
100 Dorrance Street, Providence, RI 02903
2:00pm - 4:30pm 1 Day
March 32026
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager FULL Certification
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager FULL Certification G Ballroom
100 Dorrance Street, Providence, RI 02903
8:00am - 4:30pm 1 Day
March 32026
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager RE-Certification Examination
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager RE-Certification Examination ONLY G Ballroom
100 Dorrance Street, Providence, RI 02903
2:00pm - 4:30pm 1 Day
March 242026
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager FULL Certification
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager FULL Certification Community College of Rhode Island
1 John H Chafee Blvd, Newport, RI 02840
8:00am - 4:30pm 1 Day
March 242026
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager RE-Certification Examination
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager RE-Certification Examination ONLY Community College of Rhode Island
1 John H Chafee Blvd, Newport, RI 02840
2:00pm - 4:30pm 1 Day
April 212026
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager FULL Certification
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager FULL Certification G Ballroom
100 Dorrance Street, Providence, RI 02903
8:00am - 4:30pm 1 Day
April212026
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager RE-Certification Examination
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager RE-Certification Examination ONLY G Ballroom
100 Dorrance Street, Providence, RI 02903
2:00pm - 4:30pm 1 Day
May 122026
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager FULL Certification
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager FULL Certification Ocean Community Chamber of Commerce
Chamber Way, Westerly, RI 02891
8:00am - 4:30pm 1 Day
May 122026
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager RE-Certification Examination
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager RE-Certification Examination ONLY Ocean Community Chamber of Commerce
Chamber Way, Westerly, RI 02891
2:00pm - 4:30pm 1 Day
May 262026
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager FULL Certification
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager FULL Certification Hampton Inn
2 George Street Pawtucket, RI 02860
8:00am - 4:30pm 1 Day
May 262026
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager RE-Certification Examination
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager RE-Certification Examination ONLY Hampton Inn
2 George Street Pawtucket, RI 02860
2:00pm - 4:30pm 1 Day
June 162026
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager FULL Certification
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager FULL Certification G Ballroom
100 Dorrance Street, Providence, RI 02903
8:00am - 4:30pm 1 Day
June162026
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager RE-Certification Examination
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager RE-Certification Examination ONLY G Ballroom
100 Dorrance Street, Providence, RI 02903
2:00pm - 4:30pm 1 Day
July 142026
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager FULL Certification
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager FULL Certification G Ballroom
100 Dorrance Street, Providence, RI 02903
8:00am - 4:30pm 1 Day
July142026
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager RE-Certification Examination
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager RE-Certification Examination ONLY G Ballroom
100 Dorrance Street, Providence, RI 02903
2:00pm - 4:30pm 1 Day
July 282026
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager FULL Certification
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager FULL Certification Community College of Rhode Island
1 John H Chafee Blvd, Newport, RI 02840
8:00am - 4:30pm 1 Day
July282026
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager RE-Certification Examination
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager RE-Certification Examination ONLY Community College of Rhode Island
1 John H Chafee Blvd, Newport, RI 02840
2:00pm - 4:30pm 1 Day
August 112026
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager FULL Certification
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager FULL Certification G Ballroom
100 Dorrance Street, Providence, RI 02903
8:00am - 4:30pm 1 Day
August112026
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager RE-Certification Examination
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager RE-Certification Examination ONLY G Ballroom
100 Dorrance Street, Providence, RI 02903
2:00pm - 4:30pm 1 Day
September 82026
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager FULL Certification
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager FULL Certification G Ballroom
100 Dorrance Street, Providence, RI 02903
8:00am - 4:30pm 1 Day
September 82026
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager RE-Certification Examination
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager RE-Certification Examination ONLY G Ballroom
100 Dorrance Street, Providence, RI 02903
2:00pm - 4:30pm 1 Day
September 292026
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager FULL Certification
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager FULL Certification Hampton Inn
2 George Street Pawtucket, RI 02860
8:00am - 4:30pm 1 Day
September 292026
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager RE-Certification Examination
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager RE-Certification Examination ONLY Hampton Inn
2 George Street Pawtucket, RI 02860
2:00pm - 4:30pm 1 Day
October 132026
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager FULL Certification
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager FULL Certification G Ballroom
100 Dorrance Street, Providence, RI 02903
8:00am - 4:30pm 1 Day
October132026
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager RE-Certification Examination
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager RE-Certification Examination ONLY G Ballroom
100 Dorrance Street, Providence, RI 02903
2:00pm - 4:30pm 1 Day
November 32026
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager FULL Certification
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager FULL Certification G Ballroom
100 Dorrance Street, Providence, RI 02903
8:00am - 4:30pm 1 Day
November32026
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager RE-Certification Examination
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager RE-Certification Examination ONLY G Ballroom
100 Dorrance Street, Providence, RI 02903
2:00pm - 4:30pm 1 Day
November 302026
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager FULL Certification
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager FULL Certification Community College of Rhode Island
1 John H Chafee Blvd, Newport, RI 02840
8:00am - 4:30pm 1 Day
November302026
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager RE-Certification Examination
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager RE-Certification Examination ONLY Community College of Rhode Island
1 John H Chafee Blvd, Newport, RI 02840
2:00pm - 4:30pm 1 Day
December 152026
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager FULL Certification
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager FULL Certification Hampton Inn
2 George Street Pawtucket, RI 02860
8:00am - 4:30pm 1 Day
December152026
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager RE-Certification Examination
ServSafe® Food Safety Manager RE-Certification Examination ONLY Hampton Inn
2 George Street Pawtucket, RI 02860
2:00pm - 4:30pm 1 Day

TESTIMONIAL

Testimonials

Over 7 million ServSafe Manager Certifications have been issued

Over 5 million ServSafe Food Handlers have been trained

FAQs

No. Each examinee must complete their own online training course and their own examination.
a. Being a certified ServSafe® Food Safety Manager Certification means that you have passed the Food Safety Manager’s exam and now nationally certified.
b. Being licensed with the State of RI means you are a registered Food Safety Manager and met RI Food Safety Manager regulations.
You can just take a test to renew your certificate as per the new RI Department of Health state regulations. You must pass with a score of 70% or higher.
The ServSafe® Food Safety Manager’s Online course is $125, however RI State now requires an examination for Recertification. You are not a required to purchase the online course for a Recertification however you may do so at your own discretion to use as a study tool.
Yes. Once you register for an exam we will:
a. We provide a brief 30-minute review at 2:00 PM just prior to your Recertification exam.
b. You will also receive a practice exam emailed over once you have registered.
c. You may purchase a ServSafe® Food Safety Manager textbook from ServSafe.com
d. You may purchase an online course from ServSafe.com
e. You may register for a Full Certification training.
f. You may register for a full class without the book and exam at $125.00, by calling RI Hospitality.
The ServSafe® Manager 7th Edition books are currently available in English, Spanish, Chinese and Korean. Examinations are available in English, Spanish, Chinese, French Canadian, Japanese, and Korean.
The ServSafe® Food Safety Manager’s online course is available in English and Spanish.
You must recertify two weeks prior to your expiration date, every five years. For more information please visit the RI Department of Health’s website http://www.health.ri.gov/licenses/detail.php?id=257#
To obtain your ServSafe® Food Safety Manager certification you have to follow the instructions that were sent to you via email by the National Restaurant Association, along with providing your exam session number that was given to you on the green sheet of paper during your examination session. If you have not received that email, you will need to contact ServSafe at 1-800-765-2122 so they can assist you in logging into your account.

If you do not have a printer you may log on to ServSafe.com and go to My Exams, you’ll see an option to have your certificate printed and mailed to you. There’s a $10 fee to have certificate mailed.
Yes. You can acquire a copy of your ServSafe® certificate by logging into your ServSafe® account online. If you do not have an online account or have misplaced your account information you will need to contact the National Restaurant Association at 1-800-765-2122 or by visiting their website at www.servsafe.com.
Yes. The National Restaurant Association’s ServSafe® re-test policy is as follows: An examinee may take the exam twice within a 30-day period, if necessary. If three or more attempts are required, the examinee must wait at least 60 days from the last attempt.
If you are unable to pass the exam after your 3rd attempt, you must re-take the training course prior to sitting for the exam again.

Meet Our Food Safety Team

Traci Dufresne

Traci Dufresne

Director, Education Foundation
Maria Jacobo

Maria Jacobo

Director of Latino Affairs | Insurance Services
Cindy Stepanian

Cindy Stepanian

Director of Operations
Victoria Greco

Victoria Maggiacomo

Manager, Marketing and Events

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94 Sabra Street, Cranston, RI 02910.

Contact Info

Traci Dufresne
Director, Education Foundation
Phone: 401-223-1120
Email: Traci@RIHospitality.org