Level 2 Award Food Safety in Catering

Level 2 Award Food Safety in Catering

At: Myerscough College, Preston

Fees: £65

Course Length:
1 Day

Times:
9.15 am - 4.00 pm

Dates Available
Start Wed 11 May 2016 ENROL & PAY Start Wed 06 Jul 2016 ENROL & PAY

The qualification is for anyone wishing to gain essential understanding about food safety relating to food preparation and handling within the catering and hospitality sector. It has been developed to meet the new occupational standards in Food Safety for the sector and recent changes in legislation, which requires all food businesses to have a food safety management system based on HACCP principles such as those recommended in the Food Standards Agency’s "Safer Food, Better Business". Previous experience or knowledge is not necessary to enrol.

This qualification provides essential and up to date food safety knowledge for anyone working in a role relating to food preparation and/or handling or starting a new job in the catering and hospitality sector.

The syllabus covers topics including:-

· The food handler’s monitoring role within food safety procedures

· Personal hygiene

· Legal responsibilities

· Food safety hazards, including allergens

· Keeping the work area clean and hygienic

· Safe receipt and storage of food

· How to prepare, cook, hold and serve food safely

There is a single multiple-choice examination for this award, consisting of one examination comprised of 30 questions. The duration of the examination is 45 minutes.

How To Apply or Enquire Enrol and pay by phone: Tel: 01995 642255

Enquire online, using the 'Enquire' button at the top of this page

Enquire by email: shortcourses@myerscough.ac.uk

Enquire by phone: 01995 642255

Special Education Needs and Disability - Short Courses Prospective students who have a disability that may affect their studies should inform the College as soon as possible. Regrettably the College does not receive funding for the provision of learning support for students with additional learning needs attending Short Courses, which are run on a full-cost basis. The College's Learning Support Service may be able to provide support but it is the responsibility of the student to meet the cost. For further details contact 01995 642222 ext 2045 (or email learningsupport@myerscough.ac.uk) with details of support requirements and the relevant course.

Please note that the information provided in this fact sheet was accurate at the date of publication. However, courses are continually being modified and information is therefore subject to change.