Free Level 2 Food Safety in Catering Course in London. Classes run at Arsenal Hub, part-time during the day. The course runs over 5 weeks, making it straightforward to fit around other commitments. You'll cover the food safety knowledge that catering and food processing businesses need all staff to have. Topics include food hygiene, contamination, temperature control, and legal responsibilities. The level 2 food safety in catering qualification is recognised by employers across hospitality, retail food, and catering.
Who this course is for
The Level 2 Food Safety and Hygiene for Catering course will benefit anyone working in a catering or food processing environment, from individuals to multiple staff members. It allows every catering business, regardless of size, to provide all of its staff with essential and compliant training.
What you will learn
You'll understand the key causes of food poisoning and how to prevent them.
You'll learn how to control contamination risks in a catering environment.
You'll identify safe temperature ranges for storing, cooking, and reheating food.
You'll understand personal hygiene responsibilities for food handlers.
You'll learn the legal duties placed on food businesses and their staff.
You'll recognise how to keep a clean and safe food preparation area.
You'll understand how to report food safety hazards correctly.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Arsenal Hub. The course uses a mix of taught content and group activities. Assessment is by a short written test at the end of the course. You need to pass the test to earn your City and Guilds Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Arsenal Hub will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Food Safety Supervisor, overseeing hygiene standards in a catering team
Kitchen assistant, supporting food prep in cafes, restaurants, or canteens
Catering assistant, working in schools, hospitals, or workplace canteens
Food production operative, handling food safely in a processing environment
Barista or counter server, where food hygiene certification is often required
Deli or food retail assistant, preparing and serving food to customers
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Food Safety in Catering. The next step up, suited to supervisors and managers responsible for food safety in their team.
Level 2 Award in Allergen Awareness. Covers allergen legislation and safe handling, increasingly required in catering roles.
Level 2 Award in HACCP for Catering. Builds on food safety knowledge with a focus on hazard analysis and control systems used in professional kitchens.
