Certified Food and Beverage Executive (CFBE)
Credential: Certified Food and Beverage Executive (CFBE)
Credentialing Agency: American Hotel and Lodging Educational Institute (AHLA)
Renewal Period: 5 years
The American Hotel and Lodging Educational Institute (AHLA), Certified Food and Beverage Executive (CFBE) an advanced-level food and beverage professional credential. The CFBE is aimed at hospitality executives who manage food and beverage departments. Candidates for the CFBE are required to meet experiential requirements and must pass the exam.
More information can be found on the certifying agency's website.
Certified Food and Beverage Executive (CFBE)
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility Requirements (View Details)
- Credential Prerequisite
- Experience: 1 year
- Education
- Training
- Membership
- Other
- Fee
Note: This credential may have multiple options for becoming eligible. Listed are the minimum requirements based on the minimum degree required. To view other options, see the Eligibility tab.
Exam Requirements (View Details)
- Exam
- Written Exam
- Oral Exam
- Practical Exam
- Performance Assessment
RECERTIFICATION SUMMARY
Renewal Period: 5 years
AGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION
American Hotel and Lodging Educational Institute (AHLA)
6751 Forum Drive
Suite 220
Orlando, FL 32821
Phone: 407-999-8100
Fax: 407-236-7848
Contact Page
Education and/or Experience REQUIREMENTS
Candidates for the CFBE are required to have at least one year of professional experience at the executive-level or management-level in food and beverage or culinary operations.
Option 2:Alternatively, candidates for the CFBE are required to have one current AHLEI management, department head, or executive certification (this reduces the experience requirement to 6 months); or must have a degree from an accredited academic institution (this reduces the experience requirement to 6 months). Candidates may only reduce the overall experience requirement to 6 months.
Written Exam
- Managing Food Operations
- Managing Beverage Operations
- Marketing and Sales Management
- Financial Management
- Leadership
- Human Resources Management
Exam Preparation Resources
There are a number of resources available to help you prepare for the Certified Food and Beverage Executive (CFBE) examination:
- Best Sources
- General References
RECERTIFICATION
Certified Food and Beverage Executive (CFBE)
Renewal Period: 5 years