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🚨Required by local ordinance. All food service employees in Bullitt County must hold a valid food handler card.
Food Handler Card Requirements in Bullitt County
Bullitt County, immediately south of Jefferson County (Louisville), requires a food handler card per local ordinance. Contact the Bullitt County Health Department at (502) 543-2137 or visit bullitthealth.org for current costs, approved providers, and whether online testing is accepted. Shepherdsville is the county seat. Because Bullitt County borders Louisville, many food workers in the area commute between the two counties — if your primary work location is in Jefferson County, verify requirements with Louisville Metro Public Health, not the Bullitt County Health Department.
For the most current and authoritative information on food handler requirements in Bullitt County, contact the Bullitt County Health Dept. directly at (502) 543-2137 or visit bullitthealth.org. Requirements, accepted providers, and fees are subject to change by the local Board of Health.
The Food Manager Certification: Required Statewide
Regardless of whether a food handler card is required in Bullitt County, every licensed food establishment in Kentucky must have at least one Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on staff. This is a Kentucky state requirement that applies in every county. The CFPM must hold a valid credential from an ANAB-accredited exam provider such as ServSafe. The exam typically costs $130–$180 and must be renewed approximately every 5 years.
If you are opening a food establishment in Bullitt County, confirm your food service permit requirements with the Bullitt County Health Dept. and ensure your CFPM credential is current before your opening inspection.
Frequently Asked Questions — Bullitt County
Do I need a food handler card to work at a restaurant in Bullitt County?▾
Yes. Bullitt County requires all food service employees to hold a valid food handler card. Contact the Bullitt County Health Dept. at (502) 543-2137 for the current approved course list and cost.
Who do I contact about food safety permits in Bullitt County?▾
Contact the Bullitt County Health Dept. at (502) 543-2137 or visit bullitthealth.org for all food service permit applications, food handler card questions, and inspection-related inquiries.
What food certifications are required at the state level in Kentucky?▾
Kentucky state law requires every licensed retail food establishment to have at least one Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on staff. This is separate from the county-level food handler card and applies in every county. The CFPM must pass a proctored exam from an ANAB-accredited provider such as ServSafe. This is the one food safety certification that no Kentucky food business can skip.
How do I find current food inspection scores for Bullitt County restaurants?▾
Food inspection scores for Bullitt County are published by the Bullitt County Health Dept.. Contact them at (502) 543-2137 or check bullitthealth.org for how to access current inspection results in your county.
Disclaimer: Informational use only. Verify current requirements with the Bullitt County Health Dept. at (502) 543-2137. Requirements can change when local boards of health adopt new ordinances.