Food Hygiene Level 1

Learn essential food hygiene principles with Food Hygiene Level 1. Perfect for anyone working in food handling environments.

Course Overview:

Food Hygiene Level 1 introduces the fundamentals of maintaining cleanliness and safety in food handling settings. This course covers key concepts such as personal hygiene, food contamination risks, and basic food safety practices to ensure the protection of consumers and staff alike. Ideal for those new to food handling or anyone needing a refresher, it lays the groundwork for understanding safe food preparation and storage.

This training highlights the importance of hygiene controls in everyday food environments, helping learners grasp how to identify potential hazards and prevent foodborne illnesses. Whether you work in a café, shop, or office kitchen, this course provides the knowledge necessary to maintain safe food handling standards efficiently and confidently.

Learning Outcomes:

• Understand basic food hygiene principles to prevent contamination.
• Recognise common sources of food contamination and hazards.
• Learn the importance of personal hygiene in food safety.
• Identify safe food storage and temperature control methods.
• Understand the importance of cleaning and sanitising procedures.
• Recognise how to prevent foodborne illnesses in food environments.

Who is this Course For:

• Individuals starting work in food preparation or retail environments.
• Staff responsible for handling food in catering or hospitality.
• Workers in supermarkets who handle or stock food products.
• Employees in school or office kitchens needing food safety awareness.
• Volunteers or community workers involved in food distribution.
• Managers requiring basic knowledge of food hygiene standards.
• Anyone seeking to refresh their understanding of food safety basics.
• Food business workers needing to meet food safety requirements.

Career Path:

• Food Service Assistant – Average Salary: £18,000 per year
• Kitchen Porter – Average Salary: £17,000 per year
• Supermarket Assistant – Average Salary: £18,500 per year
• Catering Assistant – Average Salary: £19,000 per year
• Food Safety Officer (entry level) – Average Salary: £23,000 per year
• Hospitality Support Staff – Average Salary: £19,500 per year