Free Level 2 Food Safety for Catering Course in Sheffield. Classes run at The Sheffield College. You'll study full-time during the day, covering the food safety knowledge that catering and hospitality employers expect. The course runs over one year. A food safety for catering qualification at this level is recognised by employers across kitchens, cafes, restaurants, and food production.
Who this course is for
The Sheffield College is a thriving further education college situated in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. We have 4 main campuses across the city, including our City Campus, Hillsborough Campus, Olive Grove Campus and Peaks Campus. We offer a wide range of Apprenticeships, vocational courses, A Levels, professional courses and university level courses. Please go to our website www.sheffcol.ac.uk for full details.
Entry requirements
Please check our website for the most up-to-date entry requirement for this course.
What you will learn
You'll understand the key principles of food hygiene and why they matter in a catering environment.
You'll learn how to prevent food contamination, including bacterial, physical, and chemical hazards.
You'll study safe food storage, temperature control, and stock rotation.
You'll explore personal hygiene standards required when handling food.
You'll learn about cleaning and disinfection procedures in food preparation areas.
You'll understand food safety legislation and your responsibilities under UK law.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at The Sheffield College. Assessment is typically by a short written test or multiple-choice examination, which is the standard method for this type of Award. Your tutor will guide you through the content before you sit the assessment.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Sheffield College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Kitchen assistant: supports food prep in cafes, restaurants, and canteens.
Catering assistant: serves and prepares food in schools, hospitals, or workplaces.
Food production operative: works in food manufacturing with hygiene responsibilities.
Cafe or coffee shop team member: handles food and drink in customer-facing settings.
School meals supervisor: prepares and serves food in an education setting.
Hospitality team member: works across hotel kitchens or restaurant front-of-house food service.
What you could study next
Level 2 Award in Allergen Awareness: important for anyone working in food service, where allergen knowledge is a legal requirement.
Level 2 NVQ in Hospitality Services: builds practical skills for a broader career in catering and hospitality.
Level 3 Award in Food Safety Supervision for Catering: suited to those moving into supervisory or team leader roles in a kitchen or food environment.
