EarnYour ServSafe® CFPM Certification in One Day
Get certified with hands-on, in-person training at the Gator Chef Test Kitchen. In partnership with Food Safety and Environmental Solutions (FSE Solutions), this one-day course combines expert instruction, real-world practice, and your official ServSafe® CFPM exam.
About ServSafe® CFPM Certification Program
Gator Chef and FSE Solutions have partnered to make ServSafe® CFPM certification easier and more accessible for Illinois foodservice professionals. This in-person, one-day course takes place at the Gator Chef Test Kitchen, offering a practical learning experience that goes beyond the textbook. You’ll learn from certified instructors who bring years of field experience to the classroom. By the end of the day, you’ll complete your exam and leave ready to manage food safety with confidence.
Want more details? Check out FSE Solutions' site here.
Training Highlights
Gain the knowledge and certification you need to lead safe food operations.
- One-day class and live exam
- Hands-on training in a professional test kitchen
- Certified ServSafe® instructors
- All materials and the exam included
- Quick results and certification processing
- Support and guidance throughout your session
About the Partnership
FSE Solutions, based in Illinois, specializes in food safety and environmental compliance training. Their certified trainers have helped thousands of foodservice professionals meet Illinois and national CFPM requirements. Gator Chef offers the ideal setting, featuring a fully equipped test kitchen and training space designed for real-world learning. Together, this partnership brings high-quality food safety training to professionals across Illinois.
Why In-Person Training
Still not sure about in-person training? Here’s why it beats online courses:
- Direct Instructor Interaction: Get your questions answered in real time.
- Real Kitchen Practice: Experience food safety in action.
- Personalized Experience: Learn in a small group, get hands-on support.
- Immediate Feedback: Apply what you learn and get instant corrections.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with others in the foodservice industry and expand your professional network.
Who Should Attend
This course is perfect for anyone responsible for food safety or management in a commercial kitchen.
- Restaurant owners and operators
- Executive and sous chefs
- Food safety managers and supervisors
- Catering and hospitality professionals
- Employees seeking to move into management roles
Benefits of ServSafe® CFPM Certification
Earning your ServSafe® Certified Food Protection Manager credential gives you more than just a certificate. It builds credibility, confidence, and compliance.
- Meet Illinois and national food safety regulations
- Gain an industry-recognized certification
- Strengthen your team’s food safety culture
- Increase leadership and management credibility
- Build trust with customers and inspectors
Registration Process
Signing up is easy! Just follow these simple steps:
- Choose your class date
- Register for the course
- Pay the $185 fee
- Receive your confirmation email
- Show up and get certified!
Note: Seats are limited! Register now to guarantee your spot.
Train.Test. Get Certified - All in One Day!
Take the next step toward becoming a certified food safety leader.
Our ServSafe® CFPM certification course at the Gator Chef Test Kitchen gives you everything you need- practical learning, expert guidance, and a nationally recognized credential.
FAQs
Here are answers to some common questions:
You can reschedule for a future date if you notify us in advance.
Yes, the ServSafe® CFPM certification is ANSI-accredited and recognized across the United States.
A valid photo ID is required. All course materials and testing supplies will be provided.
You can retake the exam at a future session. Your instructor will guide you on the next steps.
Yes, free parking is available at the Gator Chef Test Kitchen. Light refreshments will be provided during the session.
Certified Food Protection Courses at Gator Chef are available to be taught in English and Spanish. The test can be requested to be taken in other languages upon request.
Do you have 4 or more employees who need to get certified? We will come to you on the day and time of your choice! Discount pricing available for larger groups.
Additional class options include:
- Illinois Food Handlers Course
- Allergen Awareness
- Basset Alcohol
- Sexual Harassment Employee Training
- Sexual Harassment Supervisor Training
Under the Food Handling Regulation Enforcement Act (410 ILCS 625), Illinois requires foodservice establishments to have at least one certified food protection manager present on all shifts that involve food. This person is responsible for overseeing the food handling and preparation process to prevent occurrences of food-borne illness.
For Illinois, if you have a soon-to-expire IL FSSMC (Food Service Sanitation Manager) certification as of January 1, 2018, Illinois has done away with the FSSMC, so you will need to take an ANSI accredited CFPM course and Exam.
To obtain certification, the City of Chicago requires an additional application and separate fee paid directly to the city.
Our Certified Food Protection Manager courses and Exam are valid for Restaurants and other Foodservice Establishments in The City of Chicago. For more information on the City of Chicago requirements you can contact them here:
- Phone: (312) 746-8030
- Email: Food@CityofChicago.org
- Web: Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate Information
An eight-hour ANSI-CFP approved course with a curriculum created by the National Environmental Health Association must be complete to become certified. The Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) course is taught with interactive activities and demonstrations to enhance learning.
The course fee for ServSafe CFPM classes includes the course, advanced study materials, the exam and certificate.
Topics covered include Foodborne Illness, Food Safety Education, Safe Food Handling, Cross Contamination, HACCP, Facilities and Equipment, Integrated Pest Management, Food Safety Regulations, and more.
Looking For Group Rates or Other Courses and Trainings?
Did you know you could get certifications in a group session for your staff or organization? Do you need Food Handlers, Allergen Training or maybe Illinois Basset Alcohol Safety Courses?
Food Safety and Environmental Solutions not only provides certifications, but also offer Food Safety Consultation customized to your business. Fill out your information below and a brief message on what you need us to help follow up on!