All persons currently working in or planning to work in a food handling establishment, regardless of their position, need a valid food handlers' permit.

This means persons such as:

• Barbers, Butchers, Cashiers, Chefs
• Managers or Merchandisers
• Production Line staff or Proprietors
• Waiters or Wrappers
• Soup, Fruit or Fish Vendors

Once your work involves handling food, you need a valid Food Handlers' Permit.

Please Note:
Students of the above mentioned skill categories and students in catering schools and hospitality programs, also need a VALID Food Handlers' Permit.

Email: foodpermit@serha.gov.jm