Can I Hire Someone Who Is Not RBS Certified?

Yes, you can hire non certified staff, but they must complete certification within a specific timeframe.

Timeframe for RBS Certification

• Initial Hiring Period: Newly hired alcohol servers and managers have up to 60 calendar days from their first date of employment to complete the RBS certification process.
  • This grace period allows new hires to get up to speed with California’s responsible alcohol service requirements without requiring immediate certification.

Steps to Achieve RBS Certification

1. Register in the RBS Portal: Within 60 days of their start date, new employees must register as a server in the RBS Portal. This registration is critical for tracking their progress and compliance with RBS certification requirements.
2. Complete Authorized Training: After registration, they need to complete training from an authorized RBS training provider. Like us! Enroll today to get started. Training can be taken online or in person and covers essential topics related to responsible alcohol service.
3. Pass the ABC Alcohol Server Certification Exam: Within 30 days of their confirmed training course, employees must pass the ABC Alcohol Server Certification Exam. This exam tests their knowledge to serve alcohol responsibly.

Hiring Tips for Non Certified Applicants

• Communicate certification requirements clearly and thoroughly during the hiring and onboarding processes
• Provide resources for training and certification
• Track employee progress towards certification statuses

While hiring uncertified staff is permitted, confirm that they complete the certification process within the required timeframe (60 days from initial hiring). This maintains compliance with California’s responsible alcohol service laws and promotes a safe drinking environment.