In this course, participants will learn about various types of food allergies and general food safety. The course is designed to help participants become knowledgeable about cross-contamination and allergens, the importance of labeling, the precautions necessary when serving a guest with food allergies, and the five CDC risk factors when it comes to food handling. The participants will learn through in-person lectures and group activities. Taking this course will improve the participants understanding of basic food safety, personal hygiene, cross-contamination and allergens, time and temperature and cleaning and sanitation. The ideal audience for this course is restaurant owners, managers, staff, and interested professionals.