* 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.
Missouri Food Manager Certification – Health Department Approved
AAA Food Handler offers nationally accredited food manager certification through ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) for foodservice professionals in St. Louis County. With our Conference for Food Protection (CFP) Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) program, participants gain the qualifications required under the Missouri Food Code and the St. Louis County Department of Public Health. Each ANAB-accredited course equips managers with the Food Protection Manager Certification necessary to operate in accordance with county and state standards.
Our program is delivered 100% online, with English and Spanish options available. It is designed for restaurants, banquet facilities, institutional kitchens, and mobile operations across the St. Louis metropolitan area.



















The ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) Accredited program is structured for independent progress, with modules covering safe handling, supervisory leadership, and Missouri-based compliance expectations.
Adopt proactive procedures that avert foodborne illness risks during preparation and service.
Build critical oversight skills to identify unsafe conditions and resolve them effectively.
Phase out outdated routines and establish county-compliant systems that safeguard patrons
Address potential violations early to avoid costly penalties or business interruptions.
Knowledgeable leadership supports smoother kitchen operations and consistent meal delivery.
Commitment to safety encourages employee confidence and pride in daily performance.
From fine dining establishments in Clayton to university kitchens in Chesterfield and food trucks throughout downtown St. Louis County, AAA Food Handler ensures every operator can meet county-approved safety standards with attestation recognized statewide.
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 St. Louis County, managers or supervisors responsible for food service must demonstrate advanced knowledge of safe food handling. The most direct way to do this is by completing a nationally accredited food manager certification through the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) and passing the Conference for Food Protection (CFP) Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) exam. AAA Food Handler offers a fully ANAB-accredited program that is accepted by both the St. Louis County Department of Public Health and recognized throughout Missouri.
Yes. Local regulations require that at least one CFPM be present or available during food service operations in establishments such as restaurants, caterers, institutional kitchens, and mobile vendors. While the Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services provides statewide food safety guidance, it is the St. Louis County ordinances that make certification mandatory for designated managers. Certification ensures that the person in charge can correctly apply the Missouri Food Code and oversee staff practices.
Yes. AAA Food Handler provides a secure, remotely proctored examination that candidates can take online from home or office. The Food Protection Manager Certification exam is ANAB-accredited and CFP-approved, ensuring acceptance across St. Louis County. Results are issued promptly, and successful candidates can present proof of certification to the local health department when requested.
St. Louis County requires the person in charge of daily food operations to hold Food Manager Certification. In larger operations, multiple managers may pursue certification so that each shift has a certified leader on duty. Many employers also request certification from chefs, supervisors, and ownership personnel as a condition of employment.
Certified managers are entrusted with more than daily oversight. They must:
This role ensures that food establishments consistently meet public health expectations while protecting staff and customers from preventable hazards.
Foodborne illnesses remain a critical concern in Missouri. By requiring managers to hold ANAB-accredited Food Protection Manager Certification, St. Louis County ensures that certified individuals meet the highest national benchmark in food safety. The program is recognized by both the FDA and the CDC, confirming that certified managers are equipped to reduce risks such as Salmonella and Norovirus outbreaks.
Food Manager Reviews
4.9
Very good and well teaching technique,make easy to learn and not get bored in the process, highly recommended,
Informative and detailed training
Very informative and easy to follow. Learned some very interesting facts and will be adding a lot of the information in this course to our weekly employee meetings. Would recommend.
Course provided excellent training, very detailed and to the point. Learned a great deal through my training.
The course was very entertaining, it held my attention and was very interactive.
This course was easy to follow and use. Each module was informative.
The training was easy to follow
Straight to the point lessons. Prefect and I liked it, easy to keep coming back on my own time to finish my lessons. thank you
It was easy to understand
After completing Sample 1 exam, Sample 2 exam is locked! I’m currently in a chat with Karla who is no help, she says someone will contact me, but that is not true! At this point I’m just ready to take my Exam that I paid for, but seems like this could be a scam!
I appreciate the concise way the slides were put together, the pace of the narrator, the systematic way the content was organized, the review sections along the way, and hope the structure of the exam follows suit! There are many companies who offer this course, and I don’t know how they compare, but this one was really great.
It was very thorough instruction.
It was boring but good
ビデオでの講義で見直すことができるし、英語字幕もつけれるのでリスニングが苦手な自分には良かった。図解も多いので英語が多少わからなくてもなんとなくわかるし、少し調べればわかるので助かった。
This was a great course, I have learned several new things that we will be implementing in our kitchen. Some of the items do not apply, but it was good knowledge to obtain.
Wow…Definitely longer than the 4 hours they claimed, but very informative.
Loved it.
Tim
good