Level 1 Food Safety in Catering

The level 1 food safety in catering course is designed to provide those who are new to the catering industry with an in-depth understanding of safety regulations, procedures and guidelines, in line with The Food Safety Act 1990.

It is a legal requirement that all catering staff must be aware of the risks in food safety and how to mitigate them, in order to maintain a high standard of hygiene in the workplace at all times. This includes personal hygiene, cleaning procedures, pest control and contamination prevention measures.

Through this course, you will learn about the different types of food safety risks, the correct way to prepare, handle and serve food, how to prevent the spread of bacteria and keep work surfaces clean to avoid contamination. This course is ideal for both front of house and back of house employees, including those who handle low-risk or wrapped foods.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, learners will be able to:

• Work in compliance with The Food Safety Act 1990 and other key legislation
• Maintain a high standard of personal hygiene in the workplace
• Identify the main food safety hazards and risks in the catering industry
• Implement an effective full safety management system in the workplace
• Prepare, stood, handle and serve food correctly, in compliance with regulations
• Keep work surfaces and equipment hygienically clean at all times

Key Features of Level 1 Food Safety – Catering Course:

• Accredited, quality CPD training
• Instant e-certificate and hard copy dispatch by next working day
• Fully online, interactive course with audio voiceover
• Course material developed by qualified professionals
• Self-paced learning accessible via laptop, tablet and smartphone
• 24/7 Learning assistance and tutor support
• Discounts on bulk purchases

Course Curriculum

• Module 01: Introduction to Food Hygiene Legislation and Food-borne Illness
• Module 02: Types of Food Safety Hazards
• Module 03: Hazard Control Measures and Refrigeration
• Module 04: Food Handlers Personal Hygiene
• Module 05: Cleaning and Disinfection

Accreditation

All of our courses are fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field.

Certification

Once you’ve successfully completed your course, you will immediately be sent a digital certificate. Also, you can have your printed certificate delivered by post (shipping cost £3.99). Our certifications have no expiry dates, although we do recommend that you renew them every 12 months.

This Theoretical training course is ideal for those in the following professions:

• Front of house employees, such as waiting staff
• Back of house employees, such as kitchen porters
• Those who are new to the catering industry
• Those who handle low-risk or wrapped foods (category A)

Currently there are no Q&As for this course. Be the first to ask a question.

Certificate of completion

Digital certificate - Included

Certificate of completion

Hard copy certificate - Included