* Diamond Package – In order to qualify for the Free Retest, you must complete the ENTIRE online training and sample tests BEFORE taking the initial Food Manager exam. The 1 free retest must be taken within 6 months of not passing the first time. All other retests will be $69.95.
New York Food Manager Certification – Health Department Approved
AAA Food Handler offers nationally accredited food manager certification through the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) for foodservice leaders across Erie County. Our Conference for Food Protection (ANAB-CFP) Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) curriculum is approved under New York State regulations and aligns with the Erie County Department of Health directives for food establishments. With an ANAB-accredited Food Protection Manager Certification, supervisors and managers meet state-mandated food safety standards.
Courses are delivered online in both English and Spanish, making compliance accessible to diverse teams in Erie County’s foodservice industry.



















Through our ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) Accredited program, participants engage in digital modules that can be paused and resumed at their convenience. Content is tailored to reflect Erie County ordinances as well as New York State Department of Health expectations.
Set up preventive actions that keep harmful agents from entering foodservice environments.
Develop the readiness to assess situations quickly and apply the right solutions under pressure.
Do away with ineffective behaviors and introduce proven systems that strengthen kitchen reliability.
Address vulnerabilities in advance, reducing exposure to enforcement actions or service delays.
Capable managers guide operations with precision, ensuring smooth coordination and dependable results.
High standards in food handling encourage staff pride, mutual trust, and long-term stability.
Whether it’s Buffalo restaurants, suburban delis, food trucks in Amherst, or institutional kitchens in Tonawanda, AAA Food Handler’s Food Safety Certification supports compliance and professional growth throughout Erie County.
Numerous professionals nationwide have already earned and renewed their card with AAA Food Handler — a trusted name in food safety training.
Know Before You Train
In Erie County, managers and supervisors must complete food safety training that satisfies New York State Agriculture and Markets Law and county health guidelines. AAA Food Handler offers a nationally accredited food manager certification through the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB), which is both convenient and recognized nationwide.
Through our ANAB-accredited Food Protection Manager Certification, you’ll prepare for and complete the Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) exam developed with the Conference for Food Protection (CFP). Training is online and self-directed, allowing you to learn on your own schedule.
New York law under Article 20-C states that certain retail food businesses must employ at least one trained individual. This typically requires 8 hours of instruction from an approved provider.
While the law does not make passing an accredited exam mandatory, many food establishments in Erie County require it for supervisors, as the ANAB-CFP Food Safety Certification demonstrates advanced oversight capability and is recognized by both the FDA and CDC.
Exceptions exist for very small retailers where:
For Erie County-based establishments, additional county health codes may apply, so verifying local requirements with the Erie County Department of Health is advised.
Employers and inspectors may request renewal sooner, so maintaining an updated certification is critical.
Yes. AAA Food Handler’s Conference for Food Protection (CFP) ANAB-accredited exam is administered through an online proctor. Candidates can test from home or the workplace, meeting all exam security protocols.
Those in leadership positions—owners, food service directors, kitchen managers, chefs, or supervisors—are responsible for completing the Erie Food Manager Certification. Some employers extend this expectation to assistant managers or department leads to strengthen compliance coverage.
Managers certified through AAA Food Handler are accountable for:
This accountability is often reflected in compensation. In New York, food service managers earn about $37.38 per hour, significantly higher than standard food employees.
Between 2003 and 2012, New York recorded nearly 500 foodborne illness outbreaks, with Norovirus and Salmonella being the leading pathogens. Proper training under ANAB-CFP Certified Food Protection Manager programs helps prevent these hazards from spreading through restaurants, cafeterias, and catering services.
By choosing AAA Food H, Erie County supervisors ensure they meet ANAB-accredited certification standards while protecting both the community and their establishment’s reputation.
Food Manager Reviews
4.9
I enjoyed it being self paced
Easy to understand and get through
Good information
Can speed up the videos. Did training on my phone.
good
This course was easy to understand and very helpful. It explained food safety clearly and made learning simple. I would recommend it to others.
Lessons are kept to a minimal time frame while still covering the subject matter thoroughly. Great for busy schedules.
This course was easy to understand and very helpful. It explained food safety clearly and made learning simple.I would recommend it to others.
Detailed training that will benefit my business
solid instruction covered all the information kept me on my toes by have multiple choice questions that were very similar. Overall a good course
The modules were easy to hear and understand. I loved that most modules had a practice review. It really helps to absorb all the information given without having to take notes.
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I had connectivity issues with logging into the portal.
I highly recommend that you take this course. The videos are short and to the point while also being very informative. The end of the lesson review quizzes are short and multiple choice, detailed without being overwhelming. The information in general is easy to follow and understand. I’ve already did the Food Handler, Responsible Alcohol Server and Allergen Certifications through here and I’ve passed all with two at 95% and one at 100% that’s how easy and knowledgeable the courses are.
Was informative.
This was helpfull