Award in Food Safety in Catering – Level 3

Overview

If you work in an environment that prepares food, or if you run a catering service where food is being handled, it is important to understand how to work in compliance with food and safety laws and regulations. The Award in Food Safety in Catering – Level 3 course is designed for individuals who want to address the food safety needs in catering, manufacturing and retail sectors. It is the perfect course for individuals who directly handle, cook and prepare the food. Individuals working in settings such as these must learn how to maintain maximum hygiene and safety.

The Award in Food Safety in Catering – Level 3 course will introduce learners to 11 modules which include introduction, legislation, good hygiene practice, temperature control, workplace and equipment design, waste disposal, cleaning and equipment disinfection, pest control, personal hygiene, training, HACCP and food safety management tools. The course is on average 10 hours per section, and learners can complete the Award in Food Safety in Catering – Level 3 course in two sections.

Tall food businesses have a legal responsibility in terms of maintaining food hygiene and should train their staff to set a high standard of food safety to protect the consumer’s health and the reputation of the business. The Award in Food Safety in Catering – Level 3 course is designed for individuals in different professions such as catering business, restaurants, fast-food outlets, cafes and hotels, and hospitals.  The Food Safety Act was created in 1990 to ensure that there will be no harm caused to customers. When you work with direct handling of food, you must learn the potential risks and how to prevent them. The Award in Food Safety in Catering – Level 3 certification is nationally recognised by local authorities and environmental health officers across the United Kingdom.

Why study at Global Edulink?

Global Edulink offers the most convenient path to gain recognised skills and training that will give you the opportunity to put into practice your knowledge and expertise in an IT or corporate environment. You can study at your own pace at Global Edulink and you will be provided with all the necessary material, tutorials, qualified course instructor, narrated e-learning modules and free resources which include Free CV writing pack, free career support and course demo to make your learning experience more enriching and rewarding.

Course Curriculum

1: Introduction

2: Legislation

3: Good Hygiene Practice

4: Temperature Control

5: Workplace And Equipment Design

6: Waste Disposal, Cleaning And Disinfection

7: Pest Control

8: Personal Hygiene

9: Training

10: Haccp

11: Food Safety Management Tools

Access duration

The course will be directly delivered to you, and you have 12 months access to the online learning platform from the date you joined the course.  The course is self-paced and you can complete it in stages, revisiting the lectures at any time.

Who is this course aimed at?

• Caterers
• Kitchen staff
• Restaurant staff
• Fast-Food Outlet staff
• Café staff
• School Cafeteria Cooks
• Hotel Chefs
• Hospital staff

Method of assessment

At the end of the Award in Food Safety in Catering – Level 3 you will be evaluated through an online multiple choice exam. In order to complete this program successfully and gain your professional qualification.

Certification

Those who successfully complete the course will be awarded the Level 3 – Award in Food Safety in Catering by the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health. It will make you valuable to employers, and your motivation at gaining new skills will be recognised.

Awarding Body

CIEH (The Chartered Institute of Environmental Health) has been supporting professionals since 1883 and an awarding body for the environmental health sector. CIEH has been instrumental in developing several environmental standards in the public and health sectors contributing greatly to the overall wellbeing on a global scale. They set a high standard of improving public health and influencing policy. They provide educational opportunities and training for environmental health professionals working across the public and private sectors. It is with a vision to provide and support a healthier, cleaner and safer environment for all.

Other Benefits

• Written and designed by the industry’s finest expert instructors with over 15 years of experience
• Repeat and rewind all your lectures and enjoy a personalised learning experience
• Gain access to quality video tutorials
• Unlimited 12 months access from anywhere, anytime
• Save time and money on travel
• Learn at your convenience and leisure
• Eligible for a NUS discount card
• Free Career Support Service
• 25% Discount on personal Statement and covering letter writing service
• Free Access to Over 150 courses for 2 days (48 hours)
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