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Washington State Food Worker Card: how to file the food worker cards for staff

Everyone who works with unpackaged food, food equipment or utensils takes the state training and exam, online only at foodworkercard.wa.gov or through a local health department. A new worker may start before getting the card, for up to 14 days, if the employer gives food safety training.

Washington State Department of Health, with local health departmentsWAUpdated October 17, 2026

Agency
Washington State Department of Health, with local health departments
Where it applies
WA
How it's filed
Filed online
Fee
$10$10 a card.
Renewal
The first card is valid 2 years; renewals 3 years, or 5 with extra food safety training.

Official links

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