Food Hygiene And Safety For Catering Certificate Level 2
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Overview
Food Hygiene and Safety for Catering Level 2 Course
FREE CERTIFICATE READY TO PRINT
Free Assessment Retakes
LEARN ANYWHERE, INSTANT ACCESS
CPD Points: 1
Meets CQC Requirements
online, self-paced
Meets UK & EU Legal Requirements
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What You’ll Learn
Foodborne Diseases & Their Repercussions
Learn about how foodborne illnesses spread, their risks, and the importance of hygiene and safe handling to protect public health and business reputation.
Personal Hygiene
Equip yourself and your team with essential personal hygiene knowledge, including proper handwashing, suitable clothing, and preventing cross-contamination.
Food Legislation and Compliance
Understand UK food safety laws regulating catering, including the Food Safety Act 1990 and Food Hygiene Regulations. Learn the legal duties of food businesses and their operators.
Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP)
Learn about HACCP, a vital food safety tool for identifying and controlling hazards. Understand how to apply it in your workplace to keep every stage of food preparation safe.
Food Storage, Temperature Management, & Conservation
Proper temperature control prevents bacteria and spoilage. Learn safe methods for storing, chilling, freezing, defrosting, reheating food, and managing stock and deliveries.
Course Content
What Does The Level 2 Food Safety and Hygiene for Catering Certificate Cover?
Unit 1 - About Food Safety
- Introduction to Food Safety and Hygiene
- Food Hygiene Laws
- Food Hygiene Ratings
- Food Hygiene Inspections
- Food Hygiene and the Law
- Food Handler Requirements
- Due Diligence
- Vulnerable Groups
- Hazards in Food Safety
- Food Hazard Categories
- How Food Hazards Occur
- Allergenic Hazards
- Preparing Allergen-Free Meals
- The 14 Allergens
- Food Allergies & Coeliac Disease
- Food Intolerances
- Allergic Reactions
Unit 2 - Food Hazards
- Physical Hazards
- Chemical Hazards
- Acrylamide
- Biological Hazards
- Preventing Cross-Contamination
- Sources of Bacteria
- Listeria
- Food Poisoning
- Symptoms of Food Poisoning
- Temperature and Bacteria
- Preventing Bacterial Growth
- Eliminating and Killing Bacteria
- High-Risk Foods
- Low-Risk Foods
- Raw and Ready-to-Eat Raw Foods
Unit 3 - Safe Food Handling
- Hand Washing
- Proper Hand Washing
- Checking Temperatures
- Checking Food Temperature
- Types of Thermometers
- Using Probes
- Cooking and Reheating Foods
- Keeping Food Cold
- Safely Cooling Foods
- Defrosting Food
- Safe Food Storage
- Stock Rotation
Unit 4 -Food Management
- Cleaning
- Two Stage Cleaning
- Cleaning Food Storage Areas
- Managing Food Waste
- Pest Control
- Maintenance
- Food Safety Management System Manuals
- Record Keeping
- Records
- Corrective Actions
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This course is ideal for anyone working in a food-handling or catering role. If you’re responsible for the preparation, handling, or serving of food in a commercial setting, this course will provide you with the essential knowledge and skills to meet UK food safety standards. Suitable roles include:
- Chefs and Cooks
- Catering Assistants
- Kitchen Staff (including Kitchen Porters)
- Restaurant & Cafe Workers
- Front of House Staff
- Baristas
- Fast Food and Takeaway Workers
- Care Home and Hospital Kitchen Staff
- School & College Canteen Workers
- Managers and Supervisors in Catering
Additionally, this course is a great refresher or induction for those starting in food-related roles or those looking to update their knowledge on current food safety laws.
- Multiple-Choice Exam: 10 questions covering all aspects of food hygiene and safety.
- Pass Mark: Reach 70% to pass.
- Free Retakes: If you don’t pass the exam on your first attempt, you can retake it at no additional cost within the 12-month access period.
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Why Our Learners Like The Food Safety Course
Skills Employers Love
Food Hygiene Ratings
Pest Control
Avoiding Cross-Contamination
Best Practices When Working with Food
Food Allergens
Safe Cooking
Hand Washing & Hygiene Protocols
Cleaning Protocols
Dealing with Suppliers
Hot Holding & Ready-to-Eat Foods
Stock Control
Chilling, Freezing & Defrosting
- Multiple-Choice Exam: 10 questions covering all aspects of food hygiene and safety.
- Pass Mark: Reach 70% to pass.
- Free Retakes: If you don’t pass the exam on your first attempt, you can retake it at no additional cost within the 12-month access period.
Meet Your Course Instructor
Hanna Ward
Qualified Environmental Health Officer (EHO)
Your Certification
A Free, CPD-accredited certificate
Instantly available for download or printing after completing the course.
A Hard Copy Certificate
Available for purchase for a nominal fee, printed on certificate-grade paper and mailed within 3 business days (UK only).
Receiving Your Certificate
Recommended Course Renewal 3 years
What does this mean? While this certificate does not have an official expiry date, industry best practice guidelines suggest a recommended renewal timeframe.
FOOD SAFETY MANAGEMENT FOR CATERERS (LEVEL 2) FAQ
Food Safety for Caterers Level 2 Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, the Food Safety Management for Caterers (Level 2) course has been assessed and awarded a CPD accreditation by the CPD standards office.
Your course is instantly allocated to you upon completion of your purchase.
Upon successful completion of the quiz at the end of the course, you will be instantly awarded a CPD-accredited Food Safety Management for Caterers course certificate to download or print at home for free. We also have an option for you to request a hard copy of the certificate sent to your home or work address
Yes, the Food Safety Management for Caterers (Level 2) course comes complete with unlimited exam retakes
We offer a complimentary learner management system to view the learner's course progress, view quiz results and certification. We also offer a dedicated compliance matrix to aid with audits and inspections.
Our Level 2 catering certificate aims to provide food handlers with a thorough knowledge and comprehension of food hygiene principles. This includes the significance of food hygiene, potential food safety risks, recommended hygiene practices, and guidelines for implementing food safety management systems.
If you are employed in a food preparation, manufacturing, or retail setting where food is cooked and handled, Level 2 Food Hygiene online training is mandatory. Businesses must ensure all their employees are provided with this education training to ensure safe practices are followed and understood. This program imparts awareness of the significance of food safety and instils safe procedures.
With all our resources readily available on your online portal, you can complete this course in as much time as you need. We recommend putting aside at least 2 hours of study time before you attempt the multiple-answer exam at the end.
The duration of validity for a Level 2 food safety and hygiene for catering Certificate varies depending on the certification body. Generally, it is valid for 1 to 3 years.
The content of the Level 2 food safety and hygiene for catering test typically covers topics such as food handling, storage, preparation, hygiene practices, cross-contamination prevention, and legal requirements in the catering industry.
To obtain a Level 2 hygiene certificate, you need to complete a training course accredited by relevant authorities or recognised training providers and pass the associated examination.
The Level 2 Food Safety in Catering distance learning course is designed to enable learners to study remotely through online materials, video lectures, and assessments. It allows flexibility in learning at your own pace.
You can study for this course by enrolling in a certified training program or online distance learning course provided by reputable institutions.
CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. It is relevant to this course as it helps individuals in the catering industry stay updated with the latest knowledge and practices to enhance their professional skills and maintain their competence.
The specific time limit for completing the course may vary depending on the course provider, but typically, learners are given a reasonable timeframe to complete the training and assessments.
The Food Hygiene Level 2 course is designed for individuals working or aspiring to work in the catering industry, including food handlers, chefs, kitchen staff, and supervisors.
The course price usually will cover the training materials, assessments, and certification, including a PDF textbook.
Course renewal requirements differ based on the certification body and local regulations. In most cases, re-certification is needed every 3 to 5 years to ensure knowledge is up-to-date and compliant with industry standards.
Our courses are specifically designed to assist you in adhering to food hygiene laws and meeting the standards set by your local authority. They are written and developed in accordance with industry guidance derived from food hygiene legislation. Recognising the significance of implementing food hygiene practices in businesses, we collaborate with Environmental Health Officers (EHOs) and Practitioners who possess extensive experience in performing inspections, audits, and providing technical advice to food establishments. This collaboration ensures that our Food Hygiene and HACCP courses provide accurate and easily understandable information regarding food hygiene requirements. Furthermore, we consult with these experts to stay informed about any changes in legislation, ensuring that our compliance training is always up-to-date.
Additional Level 2 Food Hygiene Courses
We have an extensive range of CPD-compliant, online training courses allowing you and your team to expand their knowledge and proficiency in food hygiene.
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