Food Handler Card in Amarillo, TX
Food service workers in Amarillo must complete an accredited food handler course within 60 days of hire under Texas Food Establishment Rules (TFER) §228 — a statewide rule enforced locally by the City of Amarillo Public Health Department. Fenix's ANAB-accredited online course is accepted in Amarillo, takes about 75 minutes, and issues your certificate instantly.
Instant certificate download the moment you pass.
- Cost
- $8
- Course time
- ~75 minutes
- Format
- 100% online
- Accreditation
- ANAB-accredited
- Valid for
- 2 years
- Deadline
- 60 days from hire
Local health authority — Potter County
City of Amarillo Public Health Department
1000 Martin Rd, Amarillo, TX 79107
(806) 378-6300
How food handler rules work in Amarillo
Texas sets the food handler requirement statewide — every food employee needs an accredited course within 60 days of hire, with certificates valid for 2 years under TFER §228. There is no separate Amarillo-only card: an ANAB-accredited certificate like Fenix's satisfies the requirement citywide.
Amarillo is unusual in that it straddles two counties, Potter and Randall, but food safety enforcement isn't split between them: the City of Amarillo's own Public Health Department (Environmental Health Division) handles food establishment permitting and inspection citywide, regardless of which county side a restaurant sits on, and also monitors foodborne illness reporting for both counties.
How it works in Amarillo
Enroll online
Start the Texas Food Handler Card on any device — about 75 minutes, self-paced.
Pass the exam
Score 70% or higher. Retakes are included if you need another shot.
Download your certificate
Your ANAB-accredited certificate is ready the moment you pass.
Show your employer
They keep proof on file for Potter County inspections.
Amarillo
Amarillo food handler questions
Is an online food handler card accepted in Amarillo?
Yes. Texas accepts accredited online training statewide, including Amarillo. Fenix's course is ANAB-accredited, so it qualifies.
Who enforces food handler requirements in Amarillo?
The City of Amarillo Public Health Department enforces food safety rules citywide, covering both the Potter County and Randall County portions of Amarillo. You can reach them at (806) 378-6300.
How long do I have to get certified after starting a job in Amarillo?
60 days from hire, statewide under TFER §228. The course takes about 75 minutes, so most people finish it before their first shift.
How long is an Amarillo food handler card valid?
Two years from issuance, per Texas Food Establishment Rules §228. Renew before it expires to stay compliant.
Ready to get certified in Amarillo?
Start now and show your certificate at work today — just $8.