Who needs a certified food protection manager in Idaho?

Issued by Your public health district, under the Idaho Food Code (IDAPA 16.02.19, section 2-102.12), at step 4 of 6 in the opening sequence: get the permits for your kind of business.

9 of the 20 kinds of business in Idaho

Since July 1, 2018 at least one employee with supervisory authority over food preparation must hold a food protection manager certificate from an ANSI accredited program; the district may exempt low risk operations. The Idaho Food Safety Exam does not satisfy the rule. The manager need not be on site at all times but must be available.

Checked Oct 21, 2026 against the agency’s page.

Step 4 of 6: Get the permits for your kind of business

  1. Set up the business
  2. Register for tax
  3. Approve the space
  4. Get the permits for your kind of business
  5. Alcohol permits
  6. Before the first hire

Issued by Your public health district, under the Idaho Food Code (IDAPA 16.02.19, section 2-102.12).

Sources and dates

Idaho Food Code 2-102.12 and 2-102.20; Department of Health and Welfare food safety page. Checked against the agency’s page on the date shown; cities add their own fees.

Questions about opening here.