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Always Food Safe Food Protection Manager Certification Exam

Always Food Safe Food Protection Manager Certification Exam

Nationally Accredited. Food Protection Manager Certification Exam. Secure your future in the food service industry with the Always Food Safe Food Protection Manager Certification. Our ANSI/ANAB-accredited program is designed for modern food managers who need a flexible, engaging, and stress-free path to certification. Whether you are a restaurant owner, kitchen manager, or aspiring shift lead,…

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Five Transformative Food and Packaging Trends for QSRs in 2026

Five Transformative Food and Packaging Trends for QSRs in 2026

Listen to the Podcast Short at: Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Published on December 7, 2025 Brad Peters, Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program The quick-service restaurant (QSR) sector stands at the precipice of a year defined by fundamental, tech-driven transformation. To not only sustain a…

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Beyond the Health Inspector: The New Rules of Restaurant Food Safety

Beyond the Health Inspector: The New Rules of Restaurant Food Safety

Listen to the Podcast Short at: Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Published on October 12, 2025 Brad Peters, Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program A Paradigm Shift in Ensuring Public Health The landscape of restaurant food safety is undergoing a significant and transformative evolution, moving decisively…

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The Food Safety Playbook: A Chef’s Essential Guide

The Food Safety Playbook: A Chef’s Essential Guide

Listen to the Podcast Short at: Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Published on September 21, 2025 Brad Peters, Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program Foodborne illnesses are a grave threat to the culinary world, capable of devastating a restaurant’s reputation and financial stability. Beyond the immediate…

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The Silent Killer Isn’t Food Cost in a Restaurant

The Silent Killer Isn’t Food Cost in a Restaurant

Listen to the Podcast Short at: Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Published on September 21, 2025 Brad Peters, Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program In the intensely competitive world of restaurant operations, the spotlight often falls on managing food costs. Owners and managers meticulously scrutinize every…

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The Unseen Food Safety Risk: Surface Cleanliness and Sanitation Gaps in Food Service

The Unseen Food Safety Risk: Surface Cleanliness and Sanitation Gaps in Food Service

Listen to the Podcast Short at: Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Published on September 14, 2025 Brad Peters, Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program In the fast-paced and often visually captivating world of food service, where the art of cooking and presentation frequently takes center stage,…

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09/09/2025 Panama City Beach, FL ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification Program (Event)

09/09/2025 Panama City Beach, FL ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification Program (Event)

Don’t miss out! Registration for the ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification Program in Panama City Beach, FL closes on September 4th at 9:00 AM! Our program is accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI)-Conference for Food Protection (CFP) and blends the latest FDA Food Code with years of food sanitation training experience. Managers learn…

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09/08/2025 Pensacola, FL ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification Program (Event)

09/08/2025 Pensacola, FL ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification Program (Event)

Time is running out, Pensacola! ⏳ Don’t miss your chance to register for next Monday’s ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification Program. Registration closes this Thursday, September 4th at 9:00 AM! This ANSI-CFP accredited program blends the latest FDA Food Code, cutting-edge food safety research, and years of food sanitation training experience. You’ll learn essential food safety…

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Why Independent Restaurants Should Implement a Quality Assurance Program

Why Independent Restaurants Should Implement a Quality Assurance Program

Listen to Podcast Short at: Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Published on August 24, 2025 Brad Peters, Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program In today’s fiercely competitive restaurant landscape, independent establishments face immense pressure to not only attract but also retain customers. One critical strategy often…

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The Crucial Role of Retail HACCP Training in Securing Food Service Variances

The Crucial Role of Retail HACCP Training in Securing Food Service Variances

Published on August 3, 2025 Brad Peters, Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program For food service operators, ensuring the safety of their offerings is paramount. While standard food safety practices are essential, certain innovative or specialized processes may require a variance from typical regulations. This is where…

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