What types of food facilities do not need to employ a person certified in food safety?
Mobile Food Facilities (e.g., hot dog carts), temporary food booths, farmers markets, produce stands, and any food facility that only handles packaged food are not required to have a certified food protection manager on staff. Am I required to have a certified employee before I open my business? The law allows you 60 days to meet the certification requirement when you start a business, change ownership, or no longer have a certified employee. A list of Accredited Food Safety Certification Exams is available at the health department or may be received by mail by calling (562)570-4132.
