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Hygiene in the Food Service Industry

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Hygiene in the Food Service Industry

What you need to know about food safety and hygiene when working in the food service industry

updated on icon Updated on Jun, 2025

language icon Language - English

person icon Eric Rudge

category icon Business,Operations,Quality Management

Lectures -25

Quizzes -3

Duration -32 mins

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Course Description

I once visited one of my favorite fast food restaurants to order shawarma with French fries. I was disappointed when the server who prepared my order handled my receipt while still wearing gloves. Later that day I also saw that same server in the parking lot wearing her entire uniform, hairnet and all. 

If you're not entirely sure why I was disappointed then this course is definitely for you. 

If you want a fresh new take on the aspects of food safety then this course is for you. 

In the fast-paced and dynamic world of the food service industry, ensuring proper food safety of food products is paramount. This comprehensive course is designed to equip individuals working in the food service industry with the essential knowledge and practices to maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene.

Drawing from real-life experiences and examples, participants will learn the fundamental principles of food safety and hygiene. From proper glove usage to maintaining personal hygiene standards, each aspect will be explored in depth, emphasizing not only the "what" but also the "why" behind these practices.

Throughout the course, participants will delve into:

  1. Types of Hazards Commonly Known in the Food Industry

  2. Personal Hygiene Practices: Exploring the significance of maintaining personal hygiene, including handwashing techniques, proper attire, and the importance of avoiding cross-contamination

  3. Safe Food Handling Procedures: Examining best practices for handling, storing, and preparing food to prevent contamination and ensure food safety from kitchen to table

  4. Cleaning and Sanitization Protocols: Discussing effective cleaning and sanitization methods for food contact surfaces, equipment, and utensils to mitigate the risk of foodborne illness

By the end of this course, participants will emerge with a comprehensive understanding of food safety and hygiene principles tailored to the food service industry. Armed with practical knowledge and insights, they will be empowered to uphold rigorous standards of food safety in their professional endeavors, safeguarding the health and well-being of consumers and enhancing the reputation and success of their establishments.

Goals

After this course you will be able to:

  1. State commonly known food safety hazard groups
  2. Work hygienically
  3. Recognize situations where there are food safety risks
  4. Wash your hands correctly
  5. Improve your hygiene in regards to food safety

Prerequisites

The only pre-requisites for this course is:

A willingness to learn and use the provided information at home, while serving food or preparing food

Hygiene in the Food Service Industry

Curriculum

Check out the detailed breakdown of what’s inside the course

Welcome

4 Lectures
  • play icon Welcome to your course 00:11 00:11
  • play icon More about the Trainer 00:34 00:34
  • play icon Summary of this Course 00:31 00:31
  • play icon The Different Goals of This Course 00:37 00:37

Types OF Food Hazards

10 Lectures
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Personal Hygiene

6 Lectures
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Illness and Wounds

1 Lectures
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Food Defense

1 Lectures
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End Recap

3 Lectures
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Instructor Details

Eric Rudge

Eric Rudge

One day after I was given an impossible task and I refused to continue a mentor of mine uttered the words "there is a solution for every problem, just find it !".

I took that advice to heart.

In my 6+ years of food safety experience I have created numerous solutions related to Food Safety Management and Quality Management Systems.

I am an experienced result-oriented Food Safety Professional with a demonstrated history of working in the Food Production Industry. Skilled in Lean Six Sigma and Food Safety Management Systems. Currently focused on solving problems through auditing, training and advice.

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