Food Safety Certifications (Manager + Handler): California
California requires at least one Certified Food Protection Manager per food facility, plus a California Food Handler Card for most other food workers.
Overview
California (CalCode) requires at least one Certified Food Protection Manager per facility (passing an accredited exam), and a California Food Handler Card for most employees who handle food.
Both are obtained through approved online courses/exams. Keep certificates on file for inspection.
What SpoonSeal tracks
The document(s) you upload for this requirement, with automatic renewal/expiration tracking (Current, Due Soon, Expired).
Stay ahead of this requirement
SpoonSeal stores your documents, tracks expirations, and reminds you before anything lapses, so you are always inspection-ready.
Get started free →Last verified against the official source on August 2, 2026. This guide is informational and not legal advice. Always confirm current requirements with the official agency linked above. Corrections and updates.