Highfield Level 3 Award in Food Safety for Catering (RQF)
Advanced food safety qualification for supervisors and managers in catering and hospitality.
Advanced food safety qualification for supervisors and managers in catering and hospitality
This comprehensive three-day qualification is designed for supervisors, managers, and head chefs who are responsible for food safety within their business. It provides a deeper understanding of food hygiene principles, HACCP-based systems, and how to manage and maintain food safety standards in the workplace.
Learners will develop the confidence and competence to implement effective food safety management, monitor practices, and lead teams to maintain compliance with current legislation.
Course Details
- Duration: 3 days (18 hours total)
- Awarding Body: Highfield Qualifications
Assessment
- Multiple-choice and written examination
- Certification validity: 3 years
Advanced knowledge to manage food safety effectively
This Level 3 qualification focuses on the supervisory aspects of food safety, equipping learners with the skills to train staff, oversee procedures, and ensure consistent standards across their organisation.
Key topics include:
• The role of the supervisor in maintaining food safety
• Implementing and monitoring HACCP systems
• Understanding microbiological, chemical, and physical hazards
• Temperature control and safe storage practices
• Personal hygiene, cleaning, and disinfection procedures
• Pest control and waste management
• Food safety legislation and enforcement
• Managing documentation and due diligence records
Assessment: Multiple-choice and written examination
Certification validity: 3 years (requalification recommended after expiry)
Training that empowers leaders to set the standard
Food safety depends on leadership. This qualification gives supervisors the tools to identify risks, train their staff, and maintain compliance in fast-paced catering environments. Real-world case studies and group discussions ensure that learners can relate theory to practical workplace examples, from kitchens and care homes to large hospitality venues.
Why choose Influence 360 for your Food Safety Level 3 training
• Accredited by Highfield Qualifications
• Delivered by trainers with real-world hospitality and catering experience
• Blends technical knowledge with practical leadership focus
• Ideal for supervisors, chefs, and compliance officers
• Fully compliant with UK legislation and environmental health standards
Flexible delivery designed for your operation
This qualification can be completed as an intensive three-day classroom course or through a blended format that combines e-learning with practical, in-person sessions. We can deliver training on-site at your venue or host your team at our Newcastle training facility.
Delivery options:
• 3-day classroom course (on-site or at our venue)
• Blended delivery (online theory + classroom assessment)
• Group and individual bookings available