Level 1 Food Safety – Catering

The Highfield Level 1 Award in Food Safety in Catering is a half-day course and is aimed at those who work within a low-risk role, where there is an element of food handling, but no food preparation involvement.

Who should attend?

• Bar staff, waiting staff, kitchen porters, stock/store room staff
• Anyone interested in basic food safety practices
• People undertaking this qualification must be 14 years of age or above

What’s included in the course syllabus?

• Responsibilities for food safety in catering
• Personal hygiene
• Clean working practices
• Keeping food safe

How long does it take to complete?
This course is normally completed in ½ a day, 4 contact hours.

What does the course fee cover?

• Training to national standards
• Manual/course materials
• Certificate on successful completion and assessment

How is the course assessed?

• Written multiple choice examination.
• Successful learners will have to demonstrate knowledge and understanding across the qualification syllabus and achieve a minimum pass mark of 60%