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Credentials for Food Service Managers

105 credential programs ladder toward this occupation. Median wage on completion: $65,310 · projected growth +6.4%. See full occupation profile →

Certification

ACS Certified Cheese Professional

American Cheese Society
$535 cost
Develop marketing strategy using market trends, written materials, publicity, and social mediaTrain employees on all aspects of cheese including sanitary practicesDevelop standard operating procedures as applied in retail, distribution, and various business sizesDetermine correct product mix for procurement planningIdentify required information for audits, product testing, and supplier verificationCollect distribution channel information according to record keeping and traceability requirements
Certificate

Advanced Hospitality Management

Lemoore College
Bachelor's Degree

B.A./B.S. in Hospitatlity Management

Indiana Wesleyan University-National & Global
Short-Term Certificate

BAKERY DELI & CATERING

Emily Griffith Technical College
Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Hospitality Management

ECPI University
Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor of Science in Food Service Management

ECPI University
Certificate

Beverage Management

Lemoore College
Associate's Degree

Business Fundamentals

UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ
Certificate

COMMERCIAL FOOD SERVICE

J.F. Ingram State Technical College
Certificate

COMMERCIAL FOOD SERVICE

Wallace State Community College
Micro-Credential

COVID-19 Precautions for Hotels

American Hotel and Lodging Educational Institute (AHLEI)
Short-Term Certificate

Certificate Food Service (Financial Management, Leadership)

ECPI University
Certificate

Certificate in Beverage Management Services

Indiana University-Indianapolis
Certificate

Certificate in Hospitality Management

Indiana University-Indianapolis
Certification

Certified Cicerone

Cicerone Certification Program
$250 cost
Purchase and accept beer using established quality and condition standardsServe alcohol responsibly in compliance with responsible serving practicesStore beer properly to maintain freshness and qualityApply draft principles to maintain beer carbonation during dispenseOperate and maintain draft systems in a beverage service environmentSelect and use appropriate beer glassware for service
Certification

Certified Culinary Administrator (CCA)

American Culinary Federation
$250 cost
Manage operational systems within foodservice business administrationControl financial performance within foodservice operationsManage personnel in compliance with federal employment laws and regulationsNavigate ethics and professional issues within culinary administrationRecruit, acquire, and retain staff for foodservice operationsDevelop marketing strategies to support business growth
Short-Term Certificate

Certified Dietary Manager

Pikes Peak State College
Certification

Certified Dietary Manager (CDM)

Association of Nutrition & Foodservice Professionals
Gather and apply nutritional data to support client care in a foodservice settingManage written diet orders and diet plans according to client nutritional needsProvide nutrition education to clients based on written diet ordersDevelop standardized menus in compliance with regulatory and client dietary requirementsEnsure effectiveness of standardized recipes in a foodservice operationSpecify standards and procedures for food preparation and production
Certification

Certified Executive Chef (CEC)

American Culinary Federation
$250 cost
Identify products for use in advanced cooking applicationsApply cooking methods and techniques to food preparationDesign kitchen layout and select equipment for foodservice operationsFabricate proteins and food products using industry standardsPresent finished dishes according to culinary standardsDevelop recipes and menus for foodservice operations
Certification

Certified Executive Pastry Chef (CEPC)

American Culinary Federation
$250 cost
Produce yeast products using baking fundamentalsProduce quick bread products using baking fundamentalsProduce pies using baking fundamentalsProduce cookies using baking fundamentalsProduce cake batters using baking fundamentalsApply formulas and conversion factors to baking production
Certification

Certified Food Protection Professional (CFPP)

Association of Nutrition & Foodservice Professionals
Gather and apply nutritional data to support client care in a foodservice settingManage written diet orders and diet plans according to client nutritional needsProvide nutrition education to clients based on written diet ordersDevelop standardized menus in compliance with regulatory and client dietary requirementsEnsure effectiveness of standardized recipes in a foodservice operationSpecify standards and procedures for food preparation and production
Certification

Certified Professional in Catering and Events (CPCE)

National Association for Catering and Events
Apply generally accepted accounting principles to catering and event operationsInterpret financial statements including cash flow, balance sheet, and income statement for catering and event operationsCalculate food, beverage, and labor costs for catering and event operationsDevelop and manage budgets for a catering and event operationDescribe and apply knowledge of beverage types in catering and event serviceComply with legal considerations regarding alcohol service in catering and event operations
Long Certificate

Chef Apprentice

Lemoore College
Short-Term Certificate

Commercial Food Service

Bishop State Community College
AL
Short-Term Certificate

Commercial Food Service

J.F. Ingram State Technical College
Short-Term Certificate

Commercial Food Service - Food Service Basics

J.F. Ingram State Technical College
Short-Term Certificate

Commerical Food Service

Coastal Alabama Community College
AL
Bachelor's Degree

Culinary Arts Management

University of North Alabama
AL
Associate's Degree

Dietary Management

Pikes Peak State College
Associate's Degree

Dietetic Service Supervisor

Glendale Community College (CA)
Certificate

Dietetic Services Supervisor

Glendale Community College (CA)
Micro-Credential

Diploma in Hospitality Management

Alison
Certificate

Event Management

Southwestern College (CA)
Short-Term Certificate

Event Planning

Emily Griffith Technical College
Associate's Degree

Event and Convention Management

Southwestern College (CA)
Certificate

Event and Convention Planning-Advanced

Southwestern College (CA)
Course

Food & Beverage

ACCS Innovation Center
AL
Adapt to various tasks and responsibilities in a dynamic food service settingApply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to address challenges in food and beverage operationsCollaborate seamlessly within a team, fostering a positive and productive work environmentDemonstrate creativity in food preparation and presentationEffectively communicate with team members and customers in a professional mannerMake informed decisions related to food and beverage operations
Certification

Food Safety Manager Certification

National Registry of Food Safety Professionals
Implement active managerial control through self-inspections and regulatory compliance in a food service operationDevelop a food safety culture within a food service operationApply HACCP principles to manage food safety in a food service operationManage food defense processes and refillable item safety in a food service operationTrain personnel on food safety practices in a food service operationManage employee illness policies to prevent foodborne illness in a food service operation
Long Certificate

Food Service Management

Columbia College (CA)
Certificate

Food and Beverage Management

Southwestern College (CA)
Associate's Degree

Foodservice Management

Columbia College (CA)
Bachelor's Degree

HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT

University of Alabama
Bachelor's Degree

HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT

Auburn University
AL
Certificate

HOSPITALITY SERVICES MANAGEMENT

Jefferson State Community College
AL
Certificate

HOSPITALITY SERVICES MANAGEMENT

Coastal Alabama Community College
AL
Associate's Degree

HOSPITALITY SERVICES MANAGEMENT

Coastal Alabama Community College
AL
Associate's Degree

HOSPITALITY SERVICES MANAGEMENT

Jefferson State Community College
AL
Bachelor's Degree

HOSPITALITY, TOURISM, & EVENT MANAGEMENT

Troy University
AL
Bachelor's Degree

HOTEL & RESTAURANT ADMIN

Oklahoma State University-Tulsa
Short-Term Certificate

Hospitality

Emily Griffith Technical College
Bachelor's Degree

Hospitality Admin/Mgmt

University of West Florida
Long Certificate

Hospitality Aministration/Management

Mountain Gateway Community College
Certificate

Hospitality And Culinary Technology

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Memphis
$4,380 cost
Certificate

Hospitality And Tourism

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Harriman
$3,256 cost
Associate's Degree

Hospitality Management

Pikes Peak State College
Bachelor's Degree

Hospitality Management

Sullivan University
Bachelor's Degree

Hospitality Management

Auburn University
AL
Associate's Degree

Hospitality Management

Columbia College (CA)
Master's Degree

Hospitality Management

Auburn University
AL
Master's Degree

Hospitality Management

University of Alabama
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