Free Level 2 Food Safety for Catering Course in Blackburn. Classes run at Blackburn with Darwen Adult Learning and Employment Support, with daytime sessions that fit around other commitments. This food safety for catering qualification covers the key rules and practices that kitchens and catering businesses expect their staff to follow. The course takes 2 days to complete. You'll sit a short assessment at the end.
Who this course is for
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Entry requirements
Our Adult Learning courses are open to anyone aged over 19 who lives in Blackburn with Darwen. You will be advised of any course specific requirements during your enrolment process
What you will learn
You'll understand the main causes of food poisoning and how to prevent them.
You'll learn the rules around safe food storage, including temperature control.
You'll identify the risks of cross-contamination and how to avoid them.
You'll learn correct personal hygiene standards for food handlers.
You'll understand cleaning and disinfection procedures in catering environments.
You'll recognise food safety legislation relevant to catering work in the UK.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions over 2 days. Teaching covers food safety principles through discussion and guided activities. Assessment is by a written multiple-choice test at the end of the course. You need to pass the test to earn the Highfield Level 2 Award in Food Safety for Catering.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Blackburn with Darwen Adult Learning and Employment Support 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 events.
Food production operative: works in food manufacturing or processing environments.
Café or sandwich bar worker: handles and prepares food for customers directly.
School meals supervisor: oversees food service in a school catering setting.
Care home kitchen worker: prepares and serves meals in a residential care setting.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Food Safety for Catering (Highfield or CIEH): the next step if you move into a supervisory or management role in a kitchen.
Level 2 Award in Nutrition and Health: useful if you work in care, schools, or community catering where dietary needs matter.
Level 2 Hospitality and Catering Principles: broadens your knowledge across the wider hospitality sector.
