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Achieving a Five-Star Food Hygiene Rating
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Summary

Price
£19 inc VAT
Study method
Online, On Demand
Duration
0.5 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
Certificates
  • Certification of Completion - Free
  • Reed Courses Certificate of Completion - Free
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students

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Overview

Welcome to the "Achieving a Five-Star Food Hygiene Rating" online course! This comprehensive program is designed to help food business owners, managers, and staff understand and implement the best practices required to attain a coveted five-star food hygiene rating. Whether you run a restaurant, café, food truck, or any food-related business, this course will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in food safety and hygiene.

Certificates

Certification of Completion

Digital certificate - Included

Reed Courses Certificate of Completion

Digital certificate - Included

Will be downloadable when all lectures have been completed.

Curriculum

1
section
11
lectures
0h 32m
total
    • 1: 2.Personal Hygiene and Workplace Practices 01:52
    • 2: 3.Cleaning and Sanitization 01:45
    • 3: 4.Food Temperature Control 01:46
    • 4: 5.Food Allergens and Intolerances 01:53
    • 5: 1.2_Basic food safety principles 03:16
    • 6: 2.2_Proper attire and hygiene for food handlers 03:24
    • 7: 3.1_Effective cleaning and sanitizing procedures 03:16
    • 8: 4.1_Proper Temperature for Food Storage and Displa 03:53
    • 9: 5.1_Identifying common food allergens 03:40
    • 10: 7_Food Labeling and Documentation 03:30
    • 11: 9_Food Safety Audits and Inspections 03:18

Course media

Description

**Week 1: Introduction to Food Hygiene**

- Understanding the importance of food hygiene

- Overview of food safety regulations and ratings

- Key factors influencing food hygiene ratings

**Week 2: Personal Hygiene and Staff Training**

- The role of personal hygiene in food safety

- Staff training and certification requirements

- Creating a culture of food safety in your team

**Week 3: Food Handling and Storage**

- Safe food handling practices from delivery to service

- Proper food storage techniques

- Preventing cross-contamination

**Week 4: Food Preparation and Cooking**

- Safe food preparation practices

- Cooking, reheating, and cooling foods safely

- Implementing HACCP principles in your kitchen

**Week 5: Cleaning and Sanitization**

- The importance of cleaning and sanitizing

- Developing effective cleaning schedules

- Choosing and using cleaning chemicals safely

**Week 6: Preparing for Inspections and Maintaining a Five-Star Rating**

- How to prepare for food hygiene inspections

- Dealing with common inspection findings

- Maintaining a five-star rating over the long term

Who is this course for?

  • Restaurant, café, and takeaway owners and managers

  • Food handlers and kitchen staff

  • Catering professionals

  • Food business start-ups

  • Anyone responsible for food hygiene and safety in a commercial setting

Requirements

  • No prior qualifications are required, but basic knowledge of food handling is beneficial

  • Access to a computer or mobile device with an internet connection

  • Willingness to implement best hygiene practices in a food business

Career path

Completing this course will enhance your expertise in food hygiene and can lead to career advancement in roles such as:

  • Food Safety Manager

  • Head Chef or Kitchen Supervisor

  • Environmental Health Officer (with further qualifications)

  • Catering Business Owner

  • Quality Assurance Specialist in the food industry

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