The health and wellbeing of Nebraskans is crucial for strong healthier communities, lower healthcare costs and better lives for all. Through Extension, Nebraskans are addressing the challenge of childhood obesity, improving their access to safe, nutritious food, and simply making better decisions when it comes to feeding themselves and their families. Extension brings University research and resources to all Nebraskans through school-based nutrition education, food safety training for foodservice workers and even connecting local farmers with school lunch programs. Nebraska Extension is creating consumer confidence in our food systems and nourishing the overall wellbeing of Nebraskans all across the state.
Upcoming ServSafe workshop dates - use registration links below.
Food Managers - This is an 8-hour food safety training & certification course designed for restaurant owners, managers, food handlers, dietitians, & dietary manager who need in-depth food safety knowledge. You will learn how to:
- protect your customers from food-borne illness & improve food quality
reduce liability risks
Course topics
- food microbiology, sanitary food handling & storage, personal health hygiene, housekeeping & Pest control, & safety procedures
- Register at least 3 weeks before the course. (Coursebook will be mailed prior to class if registration deadline is met.)
- Cost: $155.00 - includes lunch, breaks, training manual, & examination fee
Exam: Up to a 2-hour exam to be taken after completion of the class
Valentine: O'Neill
March 17, 2026 - 8:30 a.m. CT March 18, 2026 - 8:30 a.m. CT
September 22, 2026 - 8:30 a.m. CT September 23, 2026 - 8:30 a.m. CT
Food Handlers - this is a 3.5-hour course designed for food service workers who need foundational food safety training.
Topics discussed will include:
Basic food safety
- personal hygiene
- cross contamination & allergens
- time & temperature
- cleaning & sanitation
Registration details:
- register at least 2 weeks prior to course
- Cost $35.00
- includes light refreshments, breaks, ServSafe Food Handlers Guide, & examination fee.
Valentine: O'Neill
January 28, 2026 - 8:30 a.m. CT April 30, 2026 - 8:30 a.m. CT
April 29, 2026 - 8:30 a.m. CT October 21, 2026 - 8:30 a.m. CT
October 20, 2026 - 8:30 a.m. CT
Questions? Contact: Brittany Spieker (402) 387-2213 | bspieker2@unl.edu