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January 1, 2014

New Iowa Food Code Requires One Certified Food Protection Manager Per Establishment

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January 1, 2014
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The Iowa Restaurant Association will be offering ServSafe classes, a one-day certification course on food safety for food service managers on January 23 and 30.
The Iowa Department of Inspection and Appeals has adopted the 2009 Federal Food Code supplement which took effect January 1, 2014. This supplement requires every food establishment in Iowa have a certified food protection manager. The certified manager need not be present during all hours of operation.
Protect Your Business
The Iowa Restaurant Association (IRA) Executive Committee has voted to support this provision of the code noting that as the professional association of our industry, it is important to promote the highest standards in restaurants and other food establishments. The Association’s leadership believes having a certified food safety manager not only protects the public, it also protects businesses.
The IRA leads the way in providing superior food safety and responsible alcohol service training, as well as career advancement and school-to-career opportunities. Monthly food safety training programs known as ServSafe classes are offered statewide. ServSafe is a national certification program made available through the National Restaurant Association and is one of the industry’s strongest educational programs. Certification is good for five years. Cost is $150 or $100 for current IRA members and includes eight hours of training, ServSafe managers manual, exam and certification. Courses are taught by May Schaben, IRA vice president, and Cindy Jordan, IRA Director of Member Programs and Services.
Classes Available in Spanish
Recently the IRA has added Spanish Language ServSafe classes. “As a multicultural industry, it is crucial that equal opportunities are available for every employee to learn about food safety and Food Code compliance,” said Jessica Dunker, IRA president and CEO.
One Spanish Language class will be offered every quarter. For more information about Spanish Language or English ServSafe classes, or to register for a class, contact the IRA office at 515-276-1454.
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Iowa Restaurant Association
The Iowa Restaurant Association is an advocacy organization supporting Iowa’s industry with educational and promotional programs across the state. www.restaurantiowa.com
Media Contact:
Katelyn Kostek
IRA Public Relations Specialist
kkostek@restaurantiowa.com
515-276-1454

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