Food Safety in Catering

This is an excellent introduction to Food Safety in Catering and will benefit all employees at all levels, particularly those who hold, or are about to hold, a food safety role within their catering organisation.

The course will clarify aspects of food safety which many of us believe to be complex and daunting. The importance of food safety in catering is underpinned by health and safety legislation that places a duty on employers to establish policies and procedures and ensure their employees receive appropriate training.

Successful candidates will be awarded a National Level 2 (Level 5 in Scotland) qualification which will provide an ideal platform to higher level training or career development.

Who should attend?

Suitable for anyone in employment who does not have the qualifications as outlined by the Health & Safety Executive.

This course would suit employees in:

• Catering
• Hotels
• Restaurants
• Licensed Establishments
• Snack Vans
• Cafes
• Fast Food Outlets

Course Content

• How individuals can take responsibility for food safety
• The importance of keeping him/herself clean and hygienic
• The importance of keeping the work areas clean and hygienic
• The importance of keeping food safe
• Awareness of allergens
• Record keeping

Certification

Assessment is ongoing by the instructor, along with a multiple choice question paper and on completion. Successful candidates will be awarded a National Level 2 (Level 5 in Scotland) qualification which will provide an ideal platform to higher level training or career development. This is a lifetime qualification, although refresher training is always recommended.