Description
Level 1 Food Safety – Catering
CPD Certified | IIRSM Approved | Gatehouse Awards | Institute of Hospitality | IOSH Approved
This online Level 1 Food Safety course is designed for catering staff, ensuring compliance with UK and EU food safety regulations. The course educates employees on the importance of food safety, helps prevent foodborne illnesses, and provides practical steps for managing food safety risks.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
Identify key food safety legislation and its application to the catering industry
Recognise hazards in food delivery, preparation, and service, and how to manage them
Understand the role of microorganisms in foodborne illnesses and how to prevent contamination
Implement safety procedures to control food safety risks
Appreciate the importance of effective pest control in the catering environment
Target Audience
This course is ideal for:
New catering staff with little or no prior food safety knowledge
Employees handling low-risk or pre-packaged foods
Front-of-house staff (e.g. servers, bar staff)
Back-of-house staff (e.g. kitchen porters, prep staff)
Note: This course is Level 1 in terms of content but does not lead to a formal Level 1 qualification.
Advantages
Learn at your own pace, anywhere and anytime
Accessible, cost-effective online training
Engaging and interactive content that enhances learning
Certificate of completion upon finishing the course
Helps meet legal food safety obligations and reduces contamination risks
Next Steps
Ensure your team meets food safety standards and keeps customers safe.
Book now to start the course and strengthen your catering food safety practices
Duration: 50 minutes (Note: This is based on the amount of video content shown and is rounded off. It does not account in any way for loading time or thinking time on the questions).