* 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.
California Food Manager Certification – Health Department Approved
The San Bernardino County Food Manager Certification from AAA Food Handler provides a nationally accredited food manager certification through the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB), with fully online instruction and testing options. Designed for foodservice professionals throughout San Bernardino County, this ANAB-accredited Food Protection Manager Certification complies with all local and state health regulations. Courses are available in both English and Spanish, ensuring accessibility for all team members.



















Our ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) Accredited program delivers fully online training that aligns with San Bernardino County and California Health Department rules. The course can be accessed anytime, allowing participants to progress at their own pace—ideal for busy managers, chefs, and staff juggling demanding schedules.
Gain hands-on strategies to proactively reduce, manage, and prevent foodborne illnesses and hazards before they impact your establishment.
Develop keen judgment to recognize potential risks early and make decisive, informed choices during high-pressure operations.
Learn how to remove unsafe handling practices, protecting your employees, patrons, and overall business reputation.
Detect and address food safety threats effectively to maintain a compliant, secure kitchen environment.
With fewer violations and interruptions, your operations run efficiently, enabling staff to perform at their best.
Implementing consistent food safety standards strengthens employee confidence, morale, and overall workplace satisfaction..
From cafés in Rancho Cucamonga to high-volume restaurants in Ontario or school cafeterias in San Bernardino, AAA Food Handler ensures your Food Protection Manager Certification is recognized across the county. Our platform simplifies compliance, enabling staff and managers to achieve certification without unnecessary delays or administrative hurdles.
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
San Bernardino Food Manager Certification is an official designation confirming that a food service supervisor has successfully completed a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) program through an ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) Accredited program and passed a state-approved exam. This certification ensures that managers are fully equipped to uphold safe food handling, sanitation, and operational standards across restaurants, catering services, and other food establishments in the county.
Under California law, every food facility must maintain at least one Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on-site or on record to meet both state and local health requirements. The certification remains valid for five years and may be renewed by completing a refresher exam through an ANAB-accredited program.
Any individual responsible for overseeing food preparation, handling, or service must hold this certification. This includes:
California law requires that certified managers ensure operations adhere to health and safety regulations, particularly in establishments handling unpackaged or potentially hazardous foods.
AAA Food Handler simplifies the process. Participants complete our ANAB-accredited online course and pass the Certified Food Protection Manager exam from anywhere, at any time. The program emphasizes practical food safety principles to ensure learners gain knowledge efficiently and confidently.
For staff requiring food handler training, AAA Food Handler also provides the California Food Handler Card, which complements your food manager certification to maintain comprehensive regulatory compliance.
San Bernardino County follows California Health & Safety Code §113947, which mandates that all food facilities must have at least one certified manager responsible for the safe handling of potentially hazardous foods.
While formal course completion is not mandatory to take the exam, it is strongly recommended to ensure full preparedness. Once obtained, the CFPM certification must be retained on-site. If a certified manager leaves, the business has 60 days to appoint a replacement to stay compliant.
The certification is valid for five years. After this period, managers are required to renew their Certified Food Protection Manager status by retaking the ANAB-accredited exam to maintain proficiency and meet county and state standards.
Yes. AAA Food Handler offers fully online, proctored exams, recognized by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) and the Conference for Food Protection (ANAB-CFP). This allows busy professionals to complete their certification without disrupting daily operations.Policies and guidelines for successful completion of the online exam are provided on the AAA Food Handler platform.
Certified Food Protection Managers are typically:
Alternates designated to cover the certified manager’s responsibilities must also demonstrate an understanding of food safety principles, and completing a CFPM program is one of the most straightforward ways to satisfy this requirement.
Many foodservice establishments in San Bernardino County encourage all upper management to earn certification to ensure consistent safety practices across all shifts.
Food managers in San Bernardino County hold a wide range of operational duties, including:
Certified managers also command higher salaries due to their expertise and responsibilities. According to Bureau of Labor Statistics data, California averages are:
|
Job Title |
Average Hourly Wage |
Average Yearly Wage |
|
Food Service Manager |
$57,920 |
$57,920 |
|
Executive Chef |
$51,400 |
$51,400 |
Holding a San Bernardino County-approved Food Protection Manager Certification is essential to qualify for these roles.
Absolutely. AAA Food Handler provides an ANAB-accredited program recognized by the Conference for Food Protection (ANAB-CFP), meeting California and San Bernardino County food safety requirements. The program equips managers to maintain safe, efficient, and professional operations at all times.
Foodborne illnesses are a significant public health concern, with outbreaks caused by pathogens like Norovirus and Salmonella. Certified managers help prevent these risks by:
Completing a Food Protection Manager Certification through AAA Food Handler demonstrates both expertise and commitment to maintaining the highest standards in food safety
Food Manager Reviews
4.9
THIS IS MY 2ND TIME USING THIS COMPANY AND I WILL CONTINUE TO RECOMMEND AND RETURN. SO EASY, INFO IS TO THE POINT AND ONLY WHAT IS NECESSARY.
easy to understand well organize information but would be better if there is more of test or interactive game or characters to help memorization.
Remove the completed module pop up that pops up right on top of the Next Module link. Enable auto play when clicking the Next module button. Sometimes we miss something, and we need to rewind a bit. The only way to go back is to watch the whole module.
It was a well put together course. Very informative and I believe I’ve learned a lot.
I took CDM and CFPP courses years ago while working in a hospital, this was a perfect refresher course.
This course was extremely concise, descriptive, and easy to navigate through. It was far more entertaining than merely reading a training manual because it constantly kept me engaged through interactive segments, including the section reviews. I would recommend this course to those wanting to become food managers at their respective food establishments.
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overall good information was given to me, was not too long, good test quesitons in between to make sure you retained the info, would reccomend.
i loved the stressing of handwashing. ever since covid, i have become a beast on the insistance of handwashing.
Overall, great content and detail to information. I feel prepared. The only thing was there were a few questions on quizes that were not reviewed beforehand.
This was good information for me to learn in order to manage a golf course and
good
Great content
A good quick course that hits the highlights and provides fantastic first level training for new supervisors in food service.
It was alot of money information but presented well