Level 2 Food Safety - Catering
Food handlers and their employers have a legal duty to manage food safety in line with EU and UK legislation. This course provides essential knowledge to help ensure that food prepared, cooked, served or sold is safe for human consumption. Poor food safety practices can lead to contamination with potentially serious or fatal consequences.
The Level 2 Food Safety course builds on basic awareness and is designed for those who regularly handle food, giving learners a clear understanding of how food safety risks arise and how they can be controlled and prevented in the workplace.
Course Overview
The course covers the legal framework surrounding food safety and the responsibilities of both employers and employees. Learners will explore food safety hazards that can arise at each stage of the food process, from delivery and storage through preparation and service.
The course also focuses on risk control and prevention of contamination, including temperature control, hygiene practices and safe working procedures. It concludes by examining the role of people, premises and pest control in maintaining a safe food environment.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
Understand key food safety legislation and its application in the workplace.
Identify hazards that can occur from delivery through to service of food.
Explain how food contamination occurs and how it can be prevented.
Understand the role of risk control measures in maintaining food safety.
Recognise the importance of effective pest control, premises standards and personal hygiene.
Who is this course for
This course is suitable for anyone working in catering, manufacturing or retail environments where food is prepared, cooked or handled. Typical settings include pubs, hotels and restaurants, supermarkets and retail outlets, food and drink manufacturing sites, hospitals, care homes and schools. It is ideal for food handlers who have regular contact with open or high-risk foods.
Recommended System Requirements
Recommended System Requirements
• Browser: Up to date web browser
• Video: Up to date video drivers
• Memory: 1Gb+ RAM
• Download Speed: Broadband (3Mb+)
Further Progression
Learners who complete this course may wish to progress to more advanced food safety training, such as Level 3 Food Safety or HACCP-based courses. Additional complementary training could include allergen awareness, supervising food safety, or specialist food hygiene courses relevant to specific sectors.
Accredited by
CPD Approved, Gatehouse Awards, Institute of Hospitality, IIRSM
Course Cost
£20 +VAT