[cs_content][cs_element_section _id=”1″ ][cs_element_layout_row _id=”2″ ][cs_element_layout_column _id=”3″ ][cs_element_headline _id=”4″ ][cs_content_seo]Gluten-Free Certification for Restaurants & Food Service Establishments\n\n[/cs_content_seo][cs_element_text _id=”5″ ][cs_content_seo]The Gluten-Free Food Program (GFFP) certification for restaurant and food service establishments ensures all elements are in place for the consistent sourcing, menu planning, preparation, and serving of safe, reliable gluten-free foods, and brings immediate recognition within the gluten-free community to help grow the business. GFFP is in partnership and endorsed by The National Celiac Association (NCA) the most recognized and reputable advocacy group that provides education, and support for people with celiac disease and gluten intolerance. GFFP certification and NCA recognition helps businesses gain a competitive advantage that leads to customer loyalty, encourages returning business, and increases sales. \n\n[/cs_content_seo][/cs_element_layout_column][/cs_element_layout_row][/cs_element_section][cs_element_section _id=”6″ ][cs_element_layout_row _id=”7″ ][cs_element_layout_column _id=”8″ ][cs_element_image _id=”9″ ][/cs_element_layout_column][cs_element_layout_column _id=”10″ ][cs_element_headline _id=”11″ ][cs_content_seo]GFFP is Your Premier Partner in Gluten-Free Certification\n\nWhen you work with GFFP, know you are working with an organization that is committed to helping our customers remain competitive in the ever-growing gluten-free market and achieve lasting brand loyalty,\n\n[/cs_content_seo][cs_element_button _id=”12″ ][cs_content_seo]Get Started\n\n[/cs_content_seo][cs_element_button _id=”13″ ][cs_content_seo]Contact Us\n\n[/cs_content_seo][/cs_element_layout_column][cs_element_layout_column _id=”14″ ][cs_element_image _id=”15″ ][/cs_element_layout_column][/cs_element_layout_row][/cs_element_section][cs_element_section _id=”16″ ][cs_element_layout_row _id=”17″ ][cs_element_layout_column _id=”18″ ][cs_element_image _id=”19″ ][cs_element_headline _id=”20″ ][cs_content_seo]Developed by Experts\n\n[/cs_content_seo][cs_element_text _id=”21″ ][cs_content_seo]GFFP’s Standards have been developed by industry specialists in conjunction with the National Celiac Association for the restaurant & food service industries.\n\n[/cs_content_seo][/cs_element_layout_column][cs_element_layout_column _id=”22″ ][cs_element_image _id=”23″ ][cs_element_headline _id=”24″ ][cs_content_seo]High Standards\n\n[/cs_content_seo][cs_element_text _id=”25″ ][cs_content_seo]GFFP’s Standards are cross referenced to FDA Regulations and Codex Standard for Foods for Special Dietary Use for Persons Intolerant to Gluten.\n\n[/cs_content_seo][/cs_element_layout_column][cs_element_layout_column _id=”26″ ][cs_element_image _id=”27″ ][cs_element_headline _id=”28″ ][cs_content_seo]Efficient and Affordable\n\n[/cs_content_seo][cs_element_text _id=”29″ ][cs_content_seo]GFFP’s gluten-free certification requirements are developed with our customers in mind. A great customer experience and lower costs are top priorities.\n\n[/cs_content_seo][/cs_element_layout_column][cs_element_layout_column _id=”30″ ][cs_element_image _id=”31″ ][cs_element_headline _id=”32″ ][cs_content_seo]True Personalized Service\n\n[/cs_content_seo][cs_element_text _id=”33″ ][cs_content_seo] We recognize that each GFFP customer is unique, so we tailor how we work to support each customers’ gluten-free business needs and food service systems.\n\n[/cs_content_seo][/cs_element_layout_column][/cs_element_layout_row][/cs_element_section][cs_element_section _id=”34″ ][cs_element_layout_row _id=”35″ ][cs_element_layout_column _id=”36″ ][cs_element_tabs _modules=”38,40,42,44″ _id=”37″ ][/cs_element_tabs][/cs_element_layout_column][/cs_element_layout_row][/cs_element_section][cs_element_section _id=”46″ ][cs_element_layout_row _id=”47″ ][cs_element_layout_column _id=”48″ ][cs_element_text _id=”49″ ][cs_content_seo]Learn more in this short video how GFFP certification endorsed by the National Celiac Association (NCA), can help your business gain a competitive advantage and increase sales by acquiring an understanding of three key customer groups that make up the gluten-free community. \n\n[/cs_content_seo][/cs_element_layout_column][cs_element_layout_column _id=”50″ ][cs_element_layout_row_2 _id=”51″ ][cs_element_layout_column_2 _id=”52″ ][cs_element_video _id=”53″ ][/cs_element_layout_column_2][/cs_element_layout_row_2][/cs_element_layout_column][/cs_element_layout_row][/cs_element_section][cs_element_section _id=”54″ ][cs_element_layout_row _id=”55″ ][cs_element_layout_column _id=”56″ ][cs_element_headline _id=”57″ ][cs_content_seo]GFFP Approved Mark of Trust™\n\n[/cs_content_seo][cs_element_text _id=”58″ ][cs_content_seo]Displaying the GFFP Approved Mark of Trust™ on menu boards, store front doors and windows gives added assurance to consumers looking for a safe, reliable gluten-free dining experience they can trust.\n\n[/cs_content_seo][cs_element_text _id=”59″ ][cs_content_seo]GFFP Approved Mark of Trust™ is easily identifiable and shows consumers that restaurant & food service establishments bearing the logo have GFFP approved food handling systems in place to ensure gluten-free menu items meet 20 ppm (parts-per-million) or less for gluten, as defined by government gluten-free food labeling regulations in the United States and Canada.\n\n[/cs_content_seo][cs_element_text _id=”60″ ][cs_content_seo]National Celiac Association endorsement provides restaurants & food service establishments with a powerful supporting message to help effectively market and communicate with the gluten-free community, build genuine relationships and maximize long-term customer loyalty. \n\n[/cs_content_seo][cs_element_button _id=”61″ ][cs_content_seo]Steps to Become Certified\n\n[/cs_content_seo][/cs_element_layout_column][cs_element_layout_column _id=”62″ ][cs_element_image _id=”63″ ][/cs_element_layout_column][/cs_element_layout_row][/cs_element_section][cs_element_section _id=”64″ ][cs_element_layout_row _id=”65″ ][cs_element_layout_column _id=”66″ ][cs_element_image _id=”67″ ][/cs_element_layout_column][cs_element_layout_column _id=”68″ ][cs_element_headline _id=”69″ ][cs_content_seo]GFFP Gluten-Free Certification for Restaurants & Food Service Establishments\n\n[/cs_content_seo][cs_element_text _id=”70″ ][cs_content_seo]GFFP gluten-free certification for restaurants & food service establishments is a voluntary program developed by industry specialists with standards founded on globally accepted, preventative gluten-free safety approaches for the safe development and serving of gluten-free menu items.\n\n[/cs_content_seo][cs_element_text _id=”71″ ][cs_content_seo]GFFP provides gluten-free standards, best-in-class conformance specifications and GF-Smart™ Training designed specifically for the food service industry. GFFP benefits a wide range of businesses including restaurants, fast food outlets, cafes, schools and universities, seniors’ residences and hospitals as well as caterers, remote camps, executive dining rooms, hotels and convention centers. Implementation of the GFFP’s Standards increases consumer confidence that gluten-free food handling procedures have been reviewed by a neutral party and confirms a sincere commitment to the gluten-free diner.\n\n[/cs_content_seo][/cs_element_layout_column][/cs_element_layout_row][cs_element_layout_row _id=”72″ ][cs_element_layout_column _id=”73″ ][cs_element_text _id=”74″ ][cs_content_seo]To further support certification, GFFP requires that all gluten-free menu items meet the strictest industry testing requirement of 20 ppm (parts-per-million) or less for gluten, as defined by government gluten-free food labeling regulations in the United States and Canada. This promotes the highest safety standard, confidence and brand loyalty amongst the celiac community and those who require gluten-free food for other health reasons.
GFFP certifies both dedicated and non-dedicated gluten-free restaurants & food service establishments, so long as those establishments conform to the requirements as set out in the GFFP Standards.
Once certified, an establishments can enter into a license agreement and receive the GFFP Approved Mark of Trust™ displaying the establishment as trusted place for a safe and reliable gluten-free dining experience.\n\n[/cs_content_seo][/cs_element_layout_column][/cs_element_layout_row][/cs_element_section][cs_element_section _id=”75″ ][cs_element_layout_row _id=”76″ ][cs_element_layout_column _id=”77″ ][cs_element_section_2 _id=”78″ ][cs_element_layout_row_2 _id=”79″ ][cs_element_layout_column_2 _id=”80″ ][cs_element_headline _id=”81″ ][cs_content_seo]Frequently Asked Questions About Gluten-Free Food Service Certification\n\n[/cs_content_seo][cs_element_text _id=”82″ ][cs_content_seo]Are you considering getting certified gluten-free for your restaurant or food service establishment? Many companies and individuals have questions about the certification process. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about gluten-free certification.\n\n[/cs_content_seo][cs_element_accordion _modules=”84,86,88,90,92,94″ _id=”83″ ][/cs_element_accordion][/cs_element_layout_column_2][/cs_element_layout_row_2][/cs_element_section_2][/cs_element_layout_column][/cs_element_layout_row][/cs_element_section][cs_element_section _id=”96″ ][cs_element_layout_row _id=”97″ ][cs_element_layout_column _id=”98″ ][cs_element_headline _id=”99″ ][cs_content_seo]Endorsed by the National Celiac Association\n\nNational Celiac Association endorsement provides gluten-free brands with a powerful supporting message to help effectively market and communicate with the gluten-free community, build genuine relationships and maximize long-term customer loyalty. \n\n[/cs_content_seo][/cs_element_layout_column][/cs_element_layout_row][cs_element_layout_row _id=”100″ ][cs_element_layout_column _id=”101″ ][/cs_element_layout_column][cs_element_layout_column _id=”102″ ][cs_element_image _id=”103″ ][/cs_element_layout_column][cs_element_layout_column _id=”104″ ][/cs_element_layout_column][/cs_element_layout_row][/cs_element_section][cs_element_section _id=”105″ ][cs_element_layout_row _id=”106″ ][cs_element_layout_column _id=”107″ ][cs_element_content_area _id=”108″ ][cs_content_seo]\n\n[/cs_content_seo][cs_element_headline _id=”109″ ][cs_content_seo]Steps to Become GFFP Certified\n\n[/cs_content_seo][/cs_element_layout_column][/cs_element_layout_row][/cs_element_section][cs_element_section _id=”110″ ][cs_element_layout_row _id=”111″ ][cs_element_layout_column _id=”112″ ][cs_element_text _id=”113″ ][cs_content_seo]GFFP certification is based on an evaluation your gluten-free menu and methods for preparing and serving gluten-free food to ensure compliance with the GFFP Standards, Certification also includes GF-SmartTM Training covering the essential elements for the consistent sourcing, menu planning, preparation, and serving of safe, reliable gluten-free foods.\n\n[/cs_content_seo][cs_element_accordion _modules=”115,116,117″ _id=”114″ ][/cs_element_accordion][cs_element_text _id=”118″ ][cs_content_seo]Upon completion of certification the following information and services will be provided:\n\n[/cs_content_seo][cs_element_accordion _modules=”120,121″ _id=”119″ ][/cs_element_accordion][cs_element_button _id=”122″ ][cs_content_seo]Get Started\n\n[/cs_content_seo][/cs_element_layout_column][/cs_element_layout_row][/cs_element_section][cs_element_section _id=”123″ ][cs_element_layout_row _id=”124″ ][cs_element_layout_column _id=”125″ ][cs_element_image _id=”126″ ][cs_element_image _id=”127″ ][/cs_element_layout_column][cs_element_layout_column _id=”128″ ][cs_element_headline _id=”129″ ][cs_content_seo]GF-Smart™ Professional Training\n\n[/cs_content_seo][cs_element_text _id=”130″ ][cs_content_seo]As an integral part of GFFP gluten-free certification, participating food service establishments receive free GF-Smart™ Training for selected staff.
GF-Smart™ Training is also available to non-participants for a minimal fee.\n\n[/cs_content_seo][cs_element_button _id=”131″ ][/cs_element_layout_column][/cs_element_layout_row][/cs_element_section][cs_element_section _id=”132″ ][cs_element_layout_row _id=”133″ ][cs_element_layout_column _id=”134″ ][cs_element_icon _id=”135″ ][cs_element_headline _id=”136″ ][cs_content_seo]Have questions or not sure where to start?\n\nContact us to speak with a representative or receive a no-obligation quote. Our staff is available anytime to answer questions and help navigate the decisions toward achieving gluten-free certification for your company.\n\n[/cs_content_seo][cs_element_button _id=”137″ ][cs_content_seo]Contact Us\n\n[/cs_content_seo][/cs_element_layout_column][/cs_element_layout_row][/cs_element_section][/cs_content]
