Food Service Sanitation Certification & Exam Proctoring

Food service workers and professionals can now register to obtain the several certifications and testing services: ​
  • City of Chicago Summer Festival Food Service Sanitation Certificate
  • Food Protection Manager Certificate
  • Allergen Certificate
  • Chicago Department of Health Food Service Manager Certificate
  • ​Exam Proctoring
At our conveniently located classes and in comfortable small group settings, attendees will learn the required techniques and applications for properly preparing, handling and serving time and temperature controlled food safely at indoor and outdoor settings per the municipal code. Exam proctoring is also available with a certified proctor.  Seating is limited and are available on a first-come basis. Sessions are held in person at locations that are wheelchair accessible and with free on-street parking. ​

Summer Festival Certification Class 2025-26 Season

$40.00
Early registration for available dates is advised in order to receive your certificate for the forthcoming festival season in a timely fashion:

​*Contact us to schedule exam proctoring at your location for 6+ attendees. See important FAQs on this page at far bottom.
The course is for:
  • Individuals and institutions who will be serving food at any outdoor location in the City of Chicago, whether it is municipal or privately produced event.​
  • Restaurant workers who want to be prepared to work with employers who will participate in Chicago's busy outdoor food industry during peak season.
  • Food handlers who want a supportive and well-constructed class to ensure preparedness as they invest in their professional development.

Food Protection Certification + Exam

$225.00
The course is for:
  • Individuals who will serve as the "person in charge" (PIC) of a food service establishment or who will utilize a shared kitchen or commissary.​
  • Food handlers seeking advanced certification in a well-constructed class to ensure preparedness as they invest in their professional development.
Individuals in need of their:
  • Food Protection Manager ServSafe Certificate
  • Chicago Department of Health Food Service Manager Certificate (add on)
  •  Allergen Certificate (add on)
  • ​Examination to be proctored onsite

Exam Proctoring Session - Onsite

$80.00
The course is for:
  • Individuals and institutions who would like to have their food sanitation exams proctored in person.  Curriculum is taught in person with an exam to follow after the close of coursework.
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