Massachusetts ServSafe® Food Manager Certification
Get your Massachusetts Food Manager Certification online with the official ServSafe® Food Manager course and remote proctored exam. This program helps food service managers meet Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) requirements under Massachusetts Food Code 105 CMR 590.000.
Why Massachusetts Food Service Operators Choose This Course
Complete the ServSafe® Food Manager course online and take the exam from home with secure remote proctoring.
Accepted throughout Massachusetts to help meet Certified Food Protection Manager requirements for food establishments.
No Travel Costs – No Test Center Required – No Missed Workdays

Massachusetts Food Manager Certification Requirements
Massachusetts food establishments are generally required to have at least one person in charge who is a
Certified Food Protection Manager. Under 105 CMR 590.003(A)(2), passing an accredited food protection manager exam is the standard way to meet this requirement for most operations.[web:93][web:104]
- Restaurant and kitchen managers
- Chefs, supervisors, and shift leads
- Caterers and food truck operators
- Schools, healthcare, and institutions
- Meet Massachusetts CFPM expectations
- Reduce risk of foodborne illness
- Improve inspection readiness
- Strengthen daily safety procedures
Built for Massachusetts Food Managers
- ✓ Massachusetts-accepted ServSafe® Food Protection Manager certification
- ✓ 100% online training with a remote, live-proctored exam
- ✓ Study on your schedule – phone, tablet, or desktop
- ✓ ANAB-accredited certification recognized nationwide
- ✓ Immediate digital proof of certification after passing
Why Massachusetts Managers Trust This Program
- ✓ Official ServSafe® Food Manager training and exam
- ✓ Aligned with the FDA Model Food Code and Massachusetts Food Code requirements
- ✓ Remote exam proctoring – no travel, no test center
- ✓ Designed for busy operators with flexible pacing
- ✓ Recognized credential across Massachusetts and the U.S.
How the Massachusetts Certified Food Protection Manager Online Course Works
Enroll in Minutes
Choose the Massachusetts ServSafe® Food Manager option and get instant course access.
Complete the Training
Learn at your own pace with easy-to-follow modules, quizzes, and exam prep.
Take the Remote Exam
Schedule your live, remote-proctored ServSafe® exam – available 24/7. No test center visit.
Enroll in the Massachusetts ServSafe® Food Manager Certification Today
Get compliant faster. Train online, take your ServSafe® exam online,
and earn a credential recognized across Massachusetts.
$179.95
What’s Included
- Official ServSafe® Food Manager online training
- Remote, live-proctored ServSafe® Food Manager exam
- Exam scheduling and tech guidance
- Practice questions and study resources
- Digital certificate and printable proof after passing
What You’ll Learn
- Foodborne illness, hazards, and the “Big 6” pathogens
- Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods
- Personal hygiene, cross-contamination & allergen controls
- Purchasing, receiving, storage, preparation, cooking & cooling
- Active Managerial Control & basic HACCP principles
- Cleaning, sanitizing & integrated pest management
Massachusetts Acceptance & Who Needs It
Massachusetts health departments accept the Certified Food Protection Manager credential from approved providers such as ServSafe®. Passing the ServSafe® Food Manager Exam helps food establishments satisfy the manager certification requirement for licensed public food service operations.[web:93][web:104]
Ideal for:
- Restaurant owners, managers & Persons-in-Charge (PIC)
- Hotels, resorts, and catering operations
- Food trucks, mobile vendors, and concessions
- Schools, healthcare, and institutional foodservice
Technical Requirements for the Remote Exam
- Reliable internet connection and a modern browser
- A computer with webcam and microphone
- Quiet, private, well-lit space for the exam
- Government-issued photo ID for identity verification
FAQs
Is this accepted in Massachusetts?
Yes. This course prepares you for a Massachusetts-accepted ServSafe® Food Protection Manager exam. Passing an accredited exam helps satisfy the requirement in 105 CMR 590.003(A)(2) for most food establishments to have at least one certified food protection manager.[web:93][web:104]
Do I need to go to a testing center?
No. The ServSafe® Food Manager Exam is offered online with a remote proctor. You test from home or your office using your computer, webcam, and microphone.
How long does it take to finish the course?
Many learners complete the training in about 6–10 hours, depending on their experience. You can log in and out anytime and continue where you left off.
How quickly do I get proof of certification?
After you pass the ServSafe® exam and it is processed, you’ll receive digital proof of certification you can download and print. Keep a copy on-site for inspections.
When are exams available?
Remote ServSafe® Food Manager exams are available 24/7, subject to proctor availability. You can choose a date and time that works best for your schedule.
Enroll in the Massachusetts ServSafe® Food Manager Certification Today
Get compliant faster. Train online, take your ServSafe® exam online,
and earn a credential recognized across Massachusetts.
$179.95
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one year from the purchase date.
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