Who is NOT required to have a New Mexico Food Handler Card?

Exempt from food handler training are:

  • Certified Food Protection Managers

  • Food handlers in Albuquerque and Bernalillo County

  • Employees trained through an employer-approved food safety program

  • Food employees at Temporary Food Establishments, if the Person in Charge is certified or holds a valid Food Handler Card

  • Employees or volunteers at charitable organizations serving the needy, with a Certified Food Protection Manager in charge

  • Employees not working as Food Employees.