Catering – Catering & Food hygiene

Overview The UK recorded around 2.62 million jobs in accommodation and food service activities in late 2025, showing the scale …

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i Last Updated: 21st August 2026

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Flexible Schedule

Overview

The UK recorded around 2.62 million jobs in accommodation and food service activities in late 2025, showing the scale of opportunity across hospitality. Yet weak hygiene practices, unclear procedures and poor service planning can damage customer trust, safety and business performance.

The Catering and Food Hygiene Course UK builds industry knowledge through flexible online study. Learners explore catering business basics, food safety law, hygiene duties, catering controls, food and beverage operations, marketing and human resource management.

The course suits beginners, food handlers, kitchen assistants and hospitality workers seeking broader knowledge. It may support progress towards Chef, Catering Manager, Restaurant Manager, Kitchen Assistant, Waiting Staff and Barista roles. Enrol with Thames College today and develop safer, more organised catering knowledge from home with confidence and clarity.

Key Benefits Included

► Accredited by CPD
► Endorsed by QLS (Quality Licence Scheme)
► Instant Access
► 24/7 Learning Assistance
► Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet, smartphone-friendly
► Fully online, interactive course with audio voiceover
► Developed by qualified professionals in the field

Sneak Peek

Learning Outcomes

This course builds catering, food hygiene, service planning and management knowledge for learners preparing to work across hospitality and food service settings.

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

► Explain catering business functions and their role within hospitality operations clearly.
► Identify food safety laws and key hygiene responsibilities in catering workplaces.
► Recognise contamination risks and apply safe food handling controls.
► Describe food and beverage operations across catering environments.
► Apply basic marketing principles for catering service promotion.
► Explain human resource responsibilities in catering and hospitality businesses.

Who is This Course For?

This online Catering and Food Hygiene Course welcomes learners seeking flexible study, stronger food safety knowledge and broader hospitality career awareness.

► Beginners exploring catering and hospitality career opportunities.
► Catering assistants developing food hygiene and customer service knowledge.
► Food handlers improving food safety and workplace responsibility awareness.
► Kitchen assistants building confidence with catering hygiene procedures.
► Hospitality workers expanding food and beverage operations knowledge.
► Aspiring supervisors learning catering management, marketing, and staffing principles.

Certification

CPD Certification

After successfully completing the assessment of this Catering – Catering & Food Hygiene course, you can apply for the CPD accredited certificates.
PDF certificate: £9.99
Hardcopy certificate: £15.99

Endorsed Certificate of Achievement from the Quality Licence Scheme

Upon successful completion of the Catering – Catering & Food Hygiene course, you can order an original hardcopy certificate of achievement endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme. The certificate will be home-delivered, with a pricing scheme of —
► 135 GBP within UK
► 145 GBP for International Delivery — Postal Fees Included

Please Note: Thames College is a One Education approved resale partner for Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed courses

Accreditation

All of our courses, including this course is fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field.

CPD Accredited

All of our courses meet recognised CPD Quality Standards, supporting high-quality learning and ongoing professional development.

QLS Endorsed

The Quality Licence Scheme (QLS) is a recognised accreditation framework that endorses high-quality, non-regulated training courses across a wide range of industries.

Association of Healthcare Trainers

The Association of Healthcare Trainers (AoHT) supports excellence in healthcare education by helping training providers deliver up-to-date, industry-focused learning and maintain strong professional standards..

UKRLP Registered

UKRLP registration demonstrates commitment to recognised training and education standards, helping organisations build trust, improve credibility, and showcase their presence within the UK learning and skills sector.

Career Opportunities

This Catering and Food Hygiene Course UK may support career development across catering, hospitality and food service settings where safety, organisation and customer service matter daily.

► Chef — Average UK Salary: £22,000–£40,000 per year
► Catering Manager — Average UK Salary: £20,000–£34,000 per year
► Restaurant Manager — Average UK Salary: £26,000–£40,000 per year
► Kitchen Assistant — Average UK Salary: £17,000–£25,000 per year
► Waiting Staff — Average UK Salary: £20,000–£27,000 per year
► Barista — Average UK Salary: £19,000–£24,000 per year

Course Curriculum

The course covers a wide range of essential topics, including:

Module 01: An Overview of Catering Business

Module 02: Laws and Legislation Regarding Food Safety and Hygiene

Module 03: Food Safety and Hygiene

Module 04: Food Safety in Catering

Module 05: Management of Food and Beverage Operations

Module 06: Marketing and Human Resources

Excellent

4.8 Average - 13 Reviews

★ Reviews

The lessons on food and beverage operations helped me understand how catering services can be organised more effectively. The content was clear and suitable for beginners.

A helpful course covering both catering operations and business management. The marketing, human resources and assignment sections made the overall learning experience feel complete.

Course Curriculum

Module 1: An Overview of Catering Business
	An Overview of Catering Business	00:17:00
Module 2: Laws and Legislations Regarding food Safety and Hygiene
	Laws and Legislations Regarding food Safety and Hygiene	00:18:00
Module 3: Food Safety and Hygiene
	Food Safety and Hygiene	00:18:00
Module 4: Food Safety in Catering
	Food Safety in Catering	00:24:00
Module 5: Management of Food and Beverage Operations
	Management of Food and Beverage Operations	00:22:00
Module 6: Marketing and Human Resource
	Marketing and Human Resource	00:18:00
Assignment
	Assignment – Catering – Catering & Food hygiene	2 weeks, 4 days

Certificate of Achievement

Upon completion, you will receive a CPD-accredited certificate recognised globally. Choose from:

Pdf Certificate & Transcript £7.99
Hardcopy Certificate & Transcript £17.99

This certification validates your knowledge and skills, boosting your employability in healthcare.

1. What is the Catering and Food Hygiene Course UK? +

The Catering and Food Hygiene Course UK is an online programme covering catering operations, food safety requirements, hygiene responsibilities, food and beverage management, marketing and staffing. It supports learners seeking broader knowledge for hospitality and food-service environments.

2. Is this catering and food hygiene course suitable for beginners? +

Yes, the course is suitable for beginners and does not require previous catering experience. Learners can start with business fundamentals before progressing to food hygiene, safety procedures, service operations, marketing and workforce management.

3. What will I learn in this online catering course? +

You will learn about catering operations, food hygiene, food safety duties, relevant legislation, food and beverage management, marketing and human resources. The course also explains how effective procedures can support safer food handling and organised hospitality services.

4. Why is food hygiene important in catering? +

Food hygiene helps reduce contamination risks and supports safer preparation, storage and service. Good hygiene practices can also protect customers, support legal compliance and strengthen trust in restaurants, cafés, hotels and catering businesses.

5. Does this course cover UK food safety law? +

Yes, the curriculum introduces laws and responsibilities connected with food safety and hygiene. Learners develop awareness of why catering businesses need clear procedures, responsible food handling and suitable controls to support safer operations.