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Clean commercial food-preparation area with organised cleaning equipment stored separately from food.

Cleaning and Disinfection in Food Premises: The Complete Guide

Learn how to clean and disinfect food premises, follow the six-stage process, control contact times and build an effective cleaning schedule.

Spanish Compliance Institute

October 21, 2026

11 mins read

Controlled commercial-kitchen area with separated raw food, cleaning products, inspected equipment and allergen ingredients.

The Four Types of Food Contamination (and How to Control Them)

Learn the four types of food contamination—biological, chemical, physical and allergenic—with practical examples and controls for EU food businesses.

Ajek Hack

October 08, 2026

11 mins read

Food service volunteers in green aprons distributing prepared meals at a community charity event.

Food Handler Training for Volunteers and Charity Events

Food hygiene for volunteers should cover handwashing, contamination prevention, temperature control, allergens and safe service. A one-off private charity event may fall outside parts of...

Marta Delgado Ortiz

August 28, 2026

9 mins read

Employer-led food handler training demonstrating safe temperature checks in a commercial kitchen.

Food Handler Training for Employers: Meeting Your Legal Duty

Under Regulation (EC) No 852/2004, food business operators must ensure that food handlers receive supervision, instruction and/or food hygiene training appropriate to their work. Employers...

Marta Delgado Ortiz

August 27, 2026

10 mins read

Food hygiene professional inspecting fresh produce and recording safety checks on a clipboard.

Adding a Food Hygiene Certificate to Your CV

Add your food hygiene certificate to your CV under “Certifications” or “Training”, including the exact course title, provider, completion date and level where one is...

Marta Delgado Ortiz

August 25, 2026

8 mins read

Professional chefs preparing fresh vegetables while a supervisor checks kitchen operations.

Food Safety Jobs: Roles, Requirements and Career Paths

Food safety jobs range from food handling and kitchen work to supervision, quality assurance, technical management and auditing. Under Regulation (EC) No 852/2004, food businesses...

Marta Delgado Ortiz

August 21, 2026

11 mins read