Food hygiene is one of the most important parts of working as a catering professional. Your food hygiene needs to be second to none and it is the primary consideration when preparing food. This is to ensure that it is safe to eat and that it will meet the standards set out by the Food Standards Agency.
You will need to obtain a rating if you want to tell people your food hygiene standards. If you contact the Food Standards Agency, they will be able to help. They can give general information and help you to register your business, as well as helping you to organise your waste and recycling services.
Make sure you are able to apply your food hygiene training wherever you are working. Ensure venues, where you agree to work, have safe and hygienic food preparation areas and professional kitchens for you to prepare and heat food.