HRFoodSafe

What HRFoodSafe does

HRFoodSafe is a privately held food safety training and consulting company headquartered in Concord, New Hampshire, operating under the legal entity Hospitality Recruiters (with training content also referencing Environmental Health Testing, LLC). Founded in 2001, the company positions itself as a leading instructor of ServSafe® programs from the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF), and offers a comprehensive portfolio of certification courses including ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification (CFPM, valid 5 years, accepted in all 50 states), Food Handler training, Alcohol Certification, Allergen Training, and workplace safety programs (Sexual Harassment Prevention, Unconscious Bias, De-Escalation and Active Threat). The portfolio also extends to NRFSP Convenience Store and Grocery Store Manager certifications, HACCP training for food manufacturers and processors, and Choke Saver emergency response training delivered through McNeilly EMS Educators.

The company delivers training through three primary formats: live in-person classes at scheduled locations across New England and expanding into the Midwest and Southeast, on-site group training (5+ in New England, 10+ nationally), and online self-paced courses with proctored exams via ProctorU and Pearson Vue testing centers. HRFoodSafe employs CP-FS (Certified Professional in Food Safety) certified instructors credentialed through NEHA and serves four primary verticals: foodservice establishments (restaurants, cafes, hotels, hospitals, schools), retail food operations (convenience stores, grocery), food manufacturing and processing, and hospitality/entertainment venues. Notably, the company has no proprietary technology platform — its digital infrastructure relies on third-party integrations for proctoring, testing, and email marketing, with content delivered primarily through instructor-led sessions and standard online courseware.

The business model is transactional and service-based, generating revenue through per-course fees ($12-$179 per certification), on-site group training engagements, food safety consulting services, training materials and books ($15-$94), and ancillary equipment sales (thermometers, test strips). Pricing is pay-as-you-go with no subscription or recurring billing structure. The customer base is highly fragmented across SMB and individual buyers with no disclosed enterprise anchors, and revenue mechanics depend on certification cycles (CFPM valid 5 years), regulatory compliance demand, and foodservice industry hiring trends. The company is founder-led with 1-10 employees and no external venture funding, operating with closely-held ownership.

Name

HRFoodSafe

Legal name

Hospitality Recruiters

Website

https://hrfoodsafe.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

HRFoodSafe is a Concord, NH-based food safety training and consulting firm delivering ServSafe, NRFSP, and HACCP certification programs to foodservice operators, retail grocery and convenience stores, and food manufacturers in New England with expanding operations in the Midwest and Southeast.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Food Safety Training

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Training & Competency Programs (Food Safety, HACCP, PCQI, Internal Auditor) (AFALANAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Training & Competency Programs (HACCP, PCQI, GMP) (AFALADAK), Regulatory Consulting & Compliance Program Management (FDA/USDA/EFSA) (AFALADAC), Agriculture & Food Production (EDABALAA), Food Safety & Workplace Sanitation (HACCP, Hygiene) (EDABAEAN)

Keywords

• Food safety training
• ServSafe certification
• HACCP training
• Food handler training
• Alcohol service certification

Headquarters

HQ city

Concord

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Food Safety Certification Courses: Revenue generated from ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification classes (live and online with proctored exams), Food Handler training, Alcohol Certification, Allergen Training, and NRFSP certifications. Classes run approximately 6 hours with exams administered immediately following. Certifications are valid for up to 5 years.
2. Training Materials and Books: Sale of textbooks and training materials including ServSafe Manager Books ($52.99), Coursebooks ($93.50), Food Handler Guides ($15.00), Alcohol Books ($22.00), and HACCP training manuals ($89.00).
3. On-site Group Training: Private group training services where HRFoodSafe instructors travel to customer locations. Group minimums of 5 in New England and 10 nationally. Additional class administration fees may apply.
4. Consulting Services: Food safety consulting services including cleaning program assistance, compliance support, and operational guidance for foodservice operations.
5. Food Safety Equipment: Sale of food safety equipment including DishTemp by ThermoWorks ($65.00), Taylor thermometers ($8.00-$24.00), and sanitizer test strips ($10.00).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

HRFoodSafe delivers food safety certification training and consulting services to the foodservice industry, acting as a leading licensed instructor of ServSafe® programs from the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation. The company offers Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM), Food Handler, Alcohol, Allergen, Workplace Safety, and NRFSP certifications, alongside HACCP training for food manufacturers, delivered through live in-person classes, online self-paced courses, and on-site group training across New England with expansion into the Midwest and Southeast.

Product overview

HRFoodSafe is a food safety training and consulting services company offering a comprehensive portfolio of certification programs and training solutions. The core offerings center on ServSafe® programs from the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation, including Food Protection Manager Certification (CFPM), Food Handler training, Alcohol Certification, Allergen Training, and workplace programs (Sexual Harassment Prevention, Unconscious Bias, De-Escalation). The company also provides NRFSP certifications for Convenience and Grocery Store Managers, HACCP training for food manufacturers and processors, and Choke Saver emergency response training. Training is delivered through live in-person classes, online courses with live exam options, and online proctored exams via ProctorU. The company serves food service operations, retail grocery, convenience stores, and food manufacturing sectors, primarily in New England with expansion into the Midwest and Southeast regions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification (CFPM) Comprehensive food safety certification program that covers foodborne illness prevention, employee training in food sanitation, and results in a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) credential valid for 5 years upon passing the exam. Available in live in-person, online with live exam, and online with ProctorU proctored exam formats for foodservice managers.
• ServSafe® Food Handler Basic food safety training solution that delivers consistent food safety principles to non-management foodservice employees, covering personal hygiene, cross-contamination, time and temperature, and cleaning and sanitation. Not a substitute for the Food Protection Manager certification.
• ServSafe® Alcohol Certification Responsible alcohol service training program developed by the National Restaurant Association covering risks and liabilities of alcohol service. Available as a live class and as an online course with exam; intended for bartenders, servers, and managers in on-premise alcohol environments.
• ServSafe® Allergen Training Online course delivering critical information for accommodating guests with food allergies, including state-specific versions for jurisdictional compliance. Designed for foodservice staff who prepare and serve food.
• ServSafe® Allergens Essentials Online Course Streamlined allergen awareness training for food handlers who prepare food, covering essential allergen awareness content at a lower price point than the full Allergen course.
• ServSafe® Workplace Training (Sexual Harassment Prevention, Unconscious Bias, De-Escalation) Suite of interactive workplace safety programs covering Sexual Harassment Prevention (employee and manager versions), Understanding Unconscious Bias, and De-Escalation and Active Threat training for restaurant and foodservice employees and managers. Programs available in English and Spanish.
• NRFSP Convenience Store Manager Certification Industry-first food safety certification designed exclusively for convenience store managers, ANSI-accredited and accepted in the same jurisdictions as standard food manager exams. Certification valid for up to 5 years.
• NRFSP Grocery Store Manager Certification Food safety certification developed by subject matter experts for retail grocery settings, ANSI-accredited and accredited by the Conference for Food Protection, valid for up to 5 years.
• HACCP Training Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) training designed for food manufacturers and processors, including NEHA HACCP for Processors and TAP HACCP Managers Certificate options, covering risk-based food safety management systems and prerequisite programs.
• Choke Saver Training Emergency response training for choking incidents covering the Heimlich Maneuver, CPR for unconscious individuals, and sequence of obstructed airway maneuvers, delivered by McNeilly EMS Educators at HRFoodSafe's location or the customer's location.
• ServSafe® Ohio Person in Charge Online course approved by the Ohio Department of Health meeting the requirements of food protection rule 3701-21-25 of the Administrative Code, intended for the Person in Charge at Ohio foodservice operations.
• Food Safety Consulting Services Consulting services for food operations including cleaning and sanitizing program development, assistance with food safety compliance, and customized training solutions tailored to specific operational needs.

Quantifiable outcome

• Food Protection Manager Certification valid for 5 years upon successful completion
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

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Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core, support and regional.

• National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHRFoodSafe is a leading instructor of ServSafe Programs from the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation. They offer ServSafe Food Protection Manager, Food Handler, Alcohol, Allergen, and Workplace training programs developed by NRAEF. ServSafe is a trademark of NRAEF and is recognized as valid, reliable, and legally defensible certification.
• NEHA (National Environmental Health Association)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHRFoodSafe instructors are CP-FS certified (Certified Professional in Food Safety) by NEHA. They are certified instructors for NEHA food safety training programs including HACCP training. The company is affiliated with NEHA and displays their logo as a trusted partner.
• NRFSP (National Registry of Food Safety Professionals)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHRFoodSafe is a certified instructor for NRFSP food safety training programs. They offer NRFSP Convenience Store Manager and NRFSP Grocery Store Manager certifications, both ANSI-accredited and accepted in same jurisdictions as standard food manager exams.
• ProctorUsupportTechnology or IntegrationProctorU provides online proctoring services for HRFoodSafe's ServSafe Manager Online Exam with Online Proctoring option. The service enables candidates to take certification exams from any location with live proctoring.
• Pearson VuesupportTechnology or IntegrationPearson Vue testing centers are utilized for scheduling certification exams for students who complete online courses. HRFoodSafe schedules exams at Pearson Vue once location is selected.
• Massachusetts Restaurant AssociationregionalStrategic or Co-development PartnerAffiliated with Massachusetts Restaurant Association, displaying their logo as a partner organization.
• PRLA (Pennsylvania Restaurant & Lodging Association)regionalStrategic or Co-development PartnerAffiliated with PRLA, displaying their logo as a partner organization.
• McNeilly EMS EducatorssupportStrategic or Co-development PartnerChoke Saver Training courses are delivered by McNeilly EMS Educators. HRFoodSafe offers these courses at their location or customer locations, covering Heimlich Maneuver, choke saving procedures, and CPR for unconscious individuals.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/hrfoodsafe
• Instagraminstagram.com/hrfoodsafe
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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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