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Food Handler (Employee) Training: Miami restaurant guide
Florida DBPR — Division of Hotels & Restaurants
What it is
All food service employees must complete a DBPR-approved food handler training program.
When a restaurant needs it
Within 60 days of hire. Valid 3 years.
How to apply
Enroll staff in a program on DBPR's approved training list and keep records for each employee.
Documents you’ll need
- Training certificate per employee (name, date of birth, training date, program)
Fee
Varies by approved provider.
Processing time
A few hours per employee.
Renewal
Every 3 years.
Who files
The employer arranges training and keeps the records.
Good to know
Only DBPR-approved programs count. Generic out-of-state food handler cards may not be accepted.
Official source
DBPR H&R — employee training · Section 509.049, F.S.
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Last reviewed 2026-10-06. Guidance only, not legal advice.