Southern Foods is pleased to offer ServSafe Certification to our customers. Food Safety training is a commitment and a smart business practice for every food service operation. ServSafe is the most recognized & accepted certification.

Southern Foods

ServSafe Certification Program:

Only $75 per person, cost includes training materials, exam sheet, 8 hour classroom training, and lunch/snacks.

Information Covered

Health Department Inspections Understand the applicable laws and rules.
Microbiology Expand the shelf life of foods and reduce food waste by studying ways to control the major microorganisms causing food-borne illnesses.
Pest Control Learn the warning signs of pest infestation.
Safe Food Purchasing, preparing and serving.
Self-Inspection Learn how to properly assess your environment. Improve kitchen and storage appearance and working conditions.
Certification Upon successful completion of the class and exam, each graduate of the program will receive a Certificate of Completion from the Educational Foundation of the National Restaurant Association.

Barren River District Health Department

“On July 25, 2005, the Barren River District Board of Health passed a resolution requiring all food establishments such as restaurants, retail food markets with delis, bed & breakfasts, hospitals, nursing homes, day care centers, schools and other places that prepare and serve food to the public, to have at least one manager on staff who is certified in an approved food safety course. The regulation went into effect in October, 2005. Food service establishments must be in full compliance with this regulation no later than January 1, 2007.”

If you would like to sign up for one of these classes or need more information, please contact Jane Simmons at 270-796-8942 x164 or jsimmons@southernfoodsinc.com.