Food Service Workers

Certification or Licensing

The American Hotel and Lodging Educational Institute offers voluntary certification to food service workers such as certified restaurant server and certified kitchen cook. Visit https://ahlei.servsafebrands.com/training-and-certification-overview for more information. Food service workers almost always are required to obtain health certificates from their state's department of public health that certify they are free from communicable diseases, as shown by physical examination and blood tests. This is required for the protection of the general public.

Other Requirements

Bartenders and sommeliers must be at least 21 years of age in order to serve alcohol; many employers seek bartenders and sommeliers who are at least 25 years of age.