Level 3

Level 3 Food Safety and Hygiene Course for Catering - RSPH

The RSPH Level 3 Food Safety and Hygiene in Catering course provides an in-depth exploration of food safety and hygiene protocols, with a strong emphasis on the effective monitoring of staff and the implementation of control measures. This qualification is regulated by Ofqual in England, ensuring it meets the highest standards of industry and regulatory compliance.

Special offers now on for on-site training and public courses.

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Who is this course for?

Food business supervisors, junior managers, assistant managers and HACCP team members looking to ensure compliance and protect their business
Catering and hospitality staff seeking to enhance their supervisory food safety knowledge and role
Individuals interested in enhancing their career in the food industry
Anyone responsible for supervising food safety and hygiene in a professional or domestic setting

How will I benefit from this course?

Gain in-depth understanding of food safety principles
Learn how to prevent foodborne illness
Improve your business's reputation and customer confidence
Enhance your career prospects in the food industry
Achieve compliance with food safety regulations
Develop knowledge on the role of the supervisor for controlling food safety
Increase your confidence in food safety supervision
Gain an accredited qualification sought after in the catering sector

Course Topics

UK legislation, Role of the Local Authority, Food Standards Agency, High Risk Food, statistics, food-borne illnesses.
Principles of good hygiene practice - covers: cross contamination, personal hygiene, cleaning and disinfection, pest control, equipment and premises, waste control.
Implementation of food safety management procedures - covers: the 12 steps of HACCP and pre requisites. Safer Food Better Business, MyHACCP.
Role of the supervisor in staff training - covers: communication, induction, formal, refresher, on going training and recording training.

Delivery

On-site training at your business location

This course is delivered through a mixture of trainer delivery, group work, homework and a practice mock exam. All course material and RSPH exam papers are provided.

Public courses delivered remotely

You will be required to attend live training sessions with the trainer online. You will be expected to complete course/homework and a mock exam. Course material can be emailed for printing, or for a small additional fee, we can print and post all course material to you.

Official RSPH exam is taken in person at our venue, or it can be arranged to take place at your work place.

Programme and candidate information:

Duration: Generally three-day programme (09:30-17:00) small amount of coursework between days.
Entry requirements: Recommended understanding and knowledge of basic food hygiene – ideally the level 2 in food safety or level 2 in HACCP taken before 2005 and literacy level one.
Assessment: Candidates are assessed by a synoptic examination (issued by the RSPH) that consists of forty five multiple choice questions.
The pass mark is 30/45.
Those who achieve 30-37 are awarded a pass certificate. Those who achieve 38 correct or above will be awarded with a distinction certificate.
Those who fail to achieve the required pass mark can take a resit. (additional fees apply)
ID requirements: Official ID required to be shown to the trainer e.g. passport, residents permit etc.
Suggested progression: Level 4 Food Safety

Course Trainer

Has a BSc Hons in a Food Science and Nutrition related degree.
Has been teaching accredited level 3 Food Safety courses for over 15 years to catering, hospitality and food manufacturing businesses based in London and the rest of the UK.
Taught L2 Food Safety Courses, Customer Services and Business courses for Westminster Adult Education (WAES) for over 8yrs and delivered regular training for other local authorities and culinary colleges in London. Developed all training materials to comply with WAES standards.
Provided regular Food Safety and HACCP training (L2 to 4) for a multinational luxury hotel and resort group in Knightsbridge and Mayfair for 6 years.
International Food Safety and Brand Standards Auditor for Ecolab/Ecosure for over 10 years.
Food Safety and Hygiene Consultant assisting independent food businesses in England and Wales achieve better Food Hygiene Ratings.
Provides Food Safety and Hygiene Auditing services, assists food businesses with legal notices issued by Local Authorities.
Writes bespoke HACCP plans and food safety and allergen policies for food businesses.

Course Types

On-site food hygiene training - we come to your business location

If you'd like this course delivered at your business location, contact us to book or discuss your requirements. We are based in London, but can deliver this course at any business venue in England and Wales.
Training can be delivered over two or three days.
Trainer travel fees may be applicable depending on your location
Cost £650 plus £55pp, includes RSPH exam fees. Special offer usually £800 plus £55pp. Ends 30th April 2025
Our courses are VAT exempt.

Public courses @ Kitchen Tonic London

We deliver this course online via video conferencing platforms live with the trainer for individuals or small groups
Cost £260pp, includes exam fees (Special offer usually £350pp) plus £20 for posting course materials, if you don't have a printer. If you have a printer, course material will be emailed to you.
Next courses:
9th, 10th and 11th June 2025 (3 places remaining) exam date TBC
You will need access to the internet, access to a computer (laptop/desktop etc.)
Our courses are VAT exempt. Contact us for more information

Level 3 Food Safety and Hygiene Course for Catering - RSPH

Programme and candidate information:

Duration: Generally three-day programme (09:30-17:00) small amount of coursework between days.

Entry requirements: Recommended understanding and knowledge of basic food hygiene – ideally the level 2 in food safety or level 2 in HACCP taken before 2005 and literacy level one.

Assessment: Candidates are assessed by a synoptic examination (issued by the RSPH) that consists of forty five multiple choice questions.

The pass mark is 30/45.

Those who achieve 30-37 are awarded a pass certificate. Those who achieve 38 correct or above will be awarded with a distinction certificate.

Those who fail to achieve the required pass mark can take a resit. (additional fees apply)

ID requirements: Official ID required to be shown to the trainer e.g. passport, residents permit etc.

Suggested progression: Level 4 Food Safety

Course Trainer

Has a BSc Hons in a Food Science and Nutrition related degree.

Has been teaching accredited level 3 Food Safety courses for over 15 years to catering, hospitality and food manufacturing businesses based in London and the rest of the UK.

Taught L2 Food Safety Courses, Customer Services and Business courses for Westminster Adult Education (WAES) for over 8yrs and delivered regular training for other local authorities and culinary colleges in London. Developed all training materials to comply with WAES standards.

Provided regular Food Safety and HACCP training (L2 to 4) for a multinational luxury hotel and resort group in Knightsbridge and Mayfair for 6 years.

International Food Safety and Brand Standards Auditor for Ecolab/Ecosure for over 10 years.

Food Safety and Hygiene Consultant assisting independent food businesses in England and Wales achieve better Food Hygiene Ratings.

Provides Food Safety and Hygiene Auditing services, assists food businesses with legal notices issued by Local Authorities.

Writes bespoke HACCP plans and food safety and allergen policies for food businesses.

On-site food hygiene training - we come to your business location

If you'd like this course delivered at your business location, contact us to book or discuss your requirements. We are based in London, but can deliver this course at any business venue in England and Wales.

Training can be delivered over two or three days.

Trainer travel fees may be applicable depending on your location

Cost £650 plus £55pp, includes RSPH exam fees. Special offer usually £800 plus £55pp. Ends 30th April 2025

Our courses are VAT exempt.

Public courses @ Kitchen Tonic London

We deliver this course online via video conferencing platforms live with the trainer for individuals or small groups

Cost £260pp, includes exam fees (Special offer usually £350pp) plus £20 for posting course materials, if you don't have a printer. If you have a printer, course material will be emailed to you.

Next courses:

9th, 10th and 11th June 2025 (3 places remaining) exam date TBC

You will need access to the internet, access to a computer (laptop/desktop etc.)

Our courses are VAT exempt. Contact us for more information