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LAPLACE — Prophet Antoine Jasmine has offered his Choice Marketplace facility at 1005 Cambridge Drive for the administration of the ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification, accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI)-Conference for Food Protection (CFP).

The first course was held earlier this month, and 15 participants successfully passed the ServSafe certification exam. The next ServSafe course will be held on Wednesday, June 16 at the Choice Marketplace facility. Classes will be offered at 10:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Those who take the 10:30 a.m. class will be able to complete the eight-hour course in one day. Those who opt for the 5:30 p.m. class will complete the first four hours of the course on June 16 and the remaining four hours on June 17.

Those who need different scheduling accommodations should register ahead of time. The cost for the class is $180, which includes the cost of the exam.

This course meets the Louisiana State requirements to become a certified foodservice manager. According to organizer Tanza Robertson, food safety training is required for employees such as chefs, cooks, servers, preparers, vendors, supervisors and managers who are involved in handling food while working in restaurants, bars, cafes, bakeries, delis, food trucks, assisted living centers, daycare centers, convenience stores, hospitals and more.

Students will learn the following:

• The challenges to food safety through effective training methods and handling techniques.
• Developing a Food Safety System (HACCP) to prevent foodborne illnesses.
• Methods for purchasing, receiving, storing, preparing, cooking, holding, serving, cooling and reheating.
• Maintaining sanitary facilities and equipment, cleaning and sanitizing

To schedule the class, please contact Robertson at 504-231-6097 or visit malousfoodsafetyclass.com.