Food Hygiene and Safety Level 1, 2 & 3 Diploma

Food safety is a legal obligation for every business that handles, prepares, or serves food in the UK, and employers across catering, hospitality, retail, and food manufacturing consistently require staff who can demonstrate a thorough, working knowledge of food hygiene standards and safety management systems.

The Food Hygiene and Safety Level 1, 2 and 3 course builds the practical knowledge and professional understanding needed to work safely and compliantly across food environments at every level. Suitable for those entering the food and hospitality sector and for experienced professionals looking to strengthen their workplace capability or move into supervisory and management roles, this CPD course develops expertise valued across kitchens, production facilities, and food retail operations. Relevant roles include food safety supervisor, catering manager, hospitality supervisor, quality control assistant, and food service manager, with salaries typically ranging from £18,000 to £35,000 per year.

The curriculum covers food safety management systems, HACCP principles and legislation, food safety in catering, allergens, food poisoning and contamination, microorganisms, temperature control and verification, food preservation, chemical and physical hazards, pest management, personal hygiene, premises and equipment design, waste disposal and disinfection, roles and responsibilities of food supervisors, and implementing a food safety management system. Two free bonus courses are also included: HACCP Level 5 Diploma and Food Science.

Enrol today and develop the professional confidence and food safety expertise to take your next step in this compliance-critical industry.

Key Highlights

• CPD-accredited certification
• Understand HACCP Principles, Food Safety Management, and Legislation
• Explore Allergens, Contamination, Temperature Control, and Food Preservation
• Develop Knowledge of Pest Management, Personal Hygiene, and Food Safety Systems
• Flexible, self-paced online learning

Gift Courses

• Course 01: HACCP Level 5 Diploma
• Course 02: Food Science

What You’ll Learn

• Understand the core principles of food safety and food hygiene in professional settings
• Explore food safety management systems and HACCP principles used in food businesses
• Recognise key food safety legislation and its application across catering and hospitality settings
• Identify allergens in food, food poisoning, contamination, and microorganism risks
• Develop knowledge of temperature control, food preservation, and checking and recording temperatures
• Explore chemical and physical hazards, pest management, and waste disposal and cleaning
• Understand personal hygiene, premises and equipment design, and food handler responsibilities
• Develop awareness of implementing a food safety management system across food business environments

Why Study with Learnera?

• CPD-Accredited Learning
• Up-to-Date Learning Materials
• Flexible Online Study
• Career-Focused Training
• Globally Recognised Certification
• Unlimited Free Retakes Exam
• Recognised Certification

Accreditation and Recognition

Learnera’s Food Hygiene and Safety Level 1, 2 and 3 course provides 10 CPD points. The Food Hygiene and Safety Level 1, 2 and 3 course is fully CPD-accredited, giving you recognised evidence of your commitment to professional development. Designed to strengthen your knowledge and skills in food hygiene, food safety management, and HACCP principles, the course can enhance your CV and demonstrate your willingness to keep developing professionally. In today’s competitive job market, this additional training can help you build a stronger profile, stand out to potential employers, and pursue suitable food safety, catering, and hospitality opportunities. It can also support your long-term career growth by helping you expand your skill set, increase your professional confidence, and prepare for greater responsibilities and progression within your chosen field.

Assessment and Certification

Put your learning into practice and show what you have achieved with confidence. Your progress is assessed through an online multiple-choice Mock Exam and Final Assessment, with a 60% pass mark and instant results. You can retake the assessment free of charge, giving you the opportunity to strengthen your understanding and complete the Food Hygiene and Safety Level 1, 2 and 3 course at your own pace.

Once you pass, you can order a CPD Accredited Digital or Printed Certificate along with your Transcript as evidence of your learning and continued professional development. These documents can be added to your CV, LinkedIn profile, professional portfolio, or job applications, helping you demonstrate your commitment to developing relevant food hygiene and food safety knowledge and building a stronger professional profile in today’s competitive job market.

The regular price of the Digital Certificate is £12.99, while the Printed Certificate is £24.99. For a limited time, you can enjoy 30% off your certificate order, making it easier to showcase your achievement for less.

Complete your assessment, claim your certificate, and turn your learning into a credential you can proudly showcase.

Who Is This Course For?

This course is suitable for anyone who wants to develop a better understanding of food hygiene and safety, strengthen their food safety management knowledge, or prepare for further learning in catering, hospitality, and food production settings. It is ideal for:

• Beginners with an interest in food hygiene and food safety practice
• Professionals looking to refresh their HACCP principles and food safety knowledge
• Job seekers wanting to strengthen their CV
• Individuals considering a career change
• Existing workers looking to develop additional skills
• Learners interested in roles such as Food Safety Supervisor, Catering Manager, Hospitality Supervisor, or Compliance Coordinator

Career Opportunities and Progression

Completing Learnera’s Food Hygiene and Safety Level 1, 2 and 3 course can support your journey into a range of food safety, catering, and hospitality roles across the UK. A solid understanding of food hygiene, HACCP principles, contamination control, and food safety management is valued by employers across restaurants, food manufacturing, retail, hospitality, and catering environments. Below are some of the relevant roles and their realistic UK salary ranges:

• Food Safety Supervisor (£20,000 to £30,000)
• Catering Manager (£22,000 to £35,000)
• Hospitality Supervisor (£18,000 to £28,000)
• Quality Control Assistant (£19,000 to £29,000)
• Food Service Manager (£20,000 to £33,000)
• Compliance Coordinator (£21,000 to £32,000)

Enrol in Learnera’s Food Hygiene and Safety Level 1, 2 and 3 course and develop essential food hygiene, HACCP principles, and food safety management knowledge through flexible online food safety training.