California Restaurant Association

Yes, you can take the course and exam online, however, you must have a certified proctor/ instructor administer the exam to you (not the course). Once you complete the online course, contact the CRA for a list of proctors in your area. Online Course: https://www.servsafe.com/access/SS/Catalog/ProductDetail/SSMCT7 Online Exam: https://www.servsafe.com/access/SS/Catalog/ProductDetail/SSONLINEX

Hello De Guavas, we are sorry to hear that you are having trouble with your college education. It would be best to contact your college directly and speak with one of the college representatives. They may be able to provide you with a timeline or next steps to help you with your education.

Employees need to have their Food Handler Card in hand 30 days after hire.

As the Golden Gate Restaurant Association (GGRA) and The California Restaurant Association (CRA) have a similar mission, the CRA’s reach is broad with the state legislature, state regulatory agencies, as well as local city councils and agencies throughout California. Being that we are the representation of the entire state, we work closely with the National Restaurant Association as well in advocacy efforts. Our lobbyists have access to the lawmakers to help continue to make California a better environment for our industry as a whole.

We are the uniting force of the restaurant industry. Bringing together our community, we impact legislation, cultivate relationships and provide valuable resources to help you run your business.

You can learn more about the CRA advocacy efforts and bill tracking at: www.calrest.org/advocacy We promote and protect industry interests and practices through aggressive lobbying, monitoring the legislative process, initiating grassroots campaigns, boosting political action committees and fighting for policies that support the industry at all levels of government.

The CRA chapter network offers members the opportunity to network, sharing ideas and energy, with likeminded professionals. We have Chapters in Sacramento, Fresno, Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego County. For areas that do not have a local chapter, we have our Regional Development. Learn more about the CRA Chapters and Regional Development to get involved today: https://www.calrest.org/chapters-networking If you are not a CRA member, visit our membership page to get involved: https://www.calrest.org/membership

We have Chapters in Sacramento, Fresno, Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego County. For areas that do not have a local chapter, we have our Regional Development. Learn more about the CRA Chapters and Regional Development: https://www.calrest.org/chapters-networking

Our Helpline (https://www.calrest.org/post/helpline) and Legal Center (https://www.calrest.org/legal-center) are our most utilized benefits.

Anyone in the Food Service Industry can benefit from becoming a member. We offer both Restaurant & Service Provider Memberships. If you would like to learn more about our different types of membership, you can learn more by visiting our website: https://www.calrest.org/membership or calling our Member Development team at 800-765-4842.

The California Restaurant Association was founded in 1906.

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Yes, ServSafe has partnered with Pearson Vue Testing Centers all over California. You can find a testing center and buy the full package at: https://www.servsafe.com/access/SS/Catalog/ProductDetail/SSMCT7TCE

A person who is involved in the preparation, storage or service of food in a food facility. This includes most restaurant employees, such as those holding the positions of, but not limited to: wait staff, chefs, head cooks, cooks, bussers, bartenders, hosts and hostesses who handle food and supervisory personnel, such as the general manager or managers. Employees with a valid manager’s food safety certification are compliant with the California Food Handler Card law. 

 Visit calrest.org/foodhandler for more information.

Everyone else handling food in the facility must obtain a Food Handler card. California law requires every foodservice establishment to have at least one employee who holds Food Protection Manager Certification.

Yes, may take the examination twice within a thirty-day period, if you failed the first attempt. If a third attempt is required, you must wait at least sixty days from their last attempt. The re-test fee is $65 though the CRA.

California recognizes the ServSafe® certification as valid for five years. However, some company policies will only recognize the certification as valid for three years. We recommend you renew your exam before your certification expires. Learn more here: https://www.calrest.org/post/servsafer-food-protection-manager-certification

Thank you for your question and we appreciate you taking the time to ask. To better answer your question, please call 800.765.4842 and one of our CRA team members will be happy to help.

Thank you for your question and we appreciate you taking the time to ask. To better answer your question, please call 800.765.4842 and one of our CRA team members will be happy to help.

Thank you for your question and we appreciate you taking the time to ask. To better answer your question, please call 800.765.4842 and one of our CRA team members will be happy to help.