Food trucks are growing in popularity in the UK. They can be an incredibly lucrative business in times when people prefer quick food, on the go. Whilst you don’t need experience, you do need to understand what license you need to run a food truck. Despite being a smaller business than restaurants and cafes, food […]
All restaurant staff, from servers to kitchen staff, must be given proper training in food hygiene. Whilst there’s no legal requirement for food handlers to have a food hygiene certificate, there is an obligation in law to provide proper food safety training. The easiest and most efficient way of training staff to meet food safety […]
Starting up a burger van business is an exciting venture and being the owner definitely has its advantages. When you own a burger van or any type of food truck, you need to understand business licensing and safety requirements for your van. Of key importance is understanding how to keep your food service safe for […]
Taking the plunge and setting up a business selling food from home can be a daunting yet very exciting time. Home based businesses have become increasingly common over recent years, perhaps, in part, as a result of the pandemic. Finding your niche and then running with your ideas can be an extremely rewarding challenge. Before […]
It might be a hobby you enjoy or perhaps selling honey brings in some extra income? Whatever the reason, there are rules you must follow, even if you sell honey in a relaxed manner to friends and family. Keeping bees can be highly rewarding and enjoying the honey is an added bonus. Wondering if you […]
Pubs need to be able to demonstrate food hygiene knowledge, and structured workplace training is an effective way to do this. Anyone who is around food or drink, whether it is storing, prepping, cooking, or serving, should have sound knowledge of food safety. This includes pub workers. Getting bar and serving staff to complete food […]
Preparing and serving food is often central to church life. A food hygiene certificate for church is something you may wish to consider. Our guide looks at food hygiene regulations, and tips on training and food safety policy. Preparing and serving food is often central to church life. Commonly, tea and cake can be served […]
Many businesses require food related training courses to legally trade on the right side of the law. One these is allergen awareness courses. With the increase in reported food allergies, this is more important than ever. As a food business, you are responsible for all food that is served or bought on the premises. Businesses […]
A term that is often used in relation to DBS checks for the childminding and childcare sectors is “disqualification by association”. The procedures and law around these checks can be confusing. This is partly down to changes to the rules around this in the last few years. Our guide on disqualification by association, and how […]
Level 2 Food Hygiene and Safety courses are designed for those involved in the preparation and handling of food. Level 2 is an intermediate certificate and gives you an in depth look at all areas of food safety. There are many food risks at every step of preparation and handling. Because of these risks, it’s […]
