The hospitality industry is as much about drinks as it is food, with the line between the two becoming more blurred in recent years. Although bars and cafes are predominantly engaged in the serving of drinks, they still come into contact with high-risk products, especially as these establishments...

The Australian hospitality industry continues to bounce back from the pandemic-related disruption of previous years, with thousands of chefs joining the sector as businesses look to capitalise on a renewed appetite for eating out. By 2024, it’s estimated that there will be approximately 117,000...

There are five industries that require Food Safety Supervisor training: Hospitality Retail Food Processing Health & Community Transport & Distribution Although the course is similar for each industry, it’s not the same. When you complete your Food Safety Supervisor training you receive a...

The Tasmanian capital of Hobart is a dynamic city with a renowned food and wine scene. Freshly caught seafood and locally sourced produce brings a unique authenticity to people’s plates all year round. This notoriety provides a significant boost to the local economy. In fact, recent census data...

Food safety is vital in the food service, catering, and retail industries, and failure to keep adequate food safety standards can result in severe consequences for customers and businesses, including illness or injury, legal liability, and lasting damage to a business’s reputation. The recently...

Over the past two decades, the number of Australians aged 85 and over has increased by 110%, bringing an increased reliance on aged care facilities to provide assistance, including the provision of meals, snacks and beverages. Government statistics suggest that approximately 407,000 people...

On December 8, 2023, new legislation will come into effect which will require all Australian businesses that prepare and serve food to have trained Food Safety Supervisors available on their premises at all times. This legislation is known as Standard 3.2.2A and is part of the Food Standards Code...

On December 8, 2023, new legislation will come into effect which will require all Australian businesses that prepare and serve food to have trained Food Safety Supervisors available on their premises at all times. This legislation is known as Standard 3.2.2A and is part of the Food Standards Code...

Adelaide, the charming capital of South Australia, has become a hub for gastronomic delights in recent years, with over 1,000 food establishments now serving the city’s residents. While these eateries vary in cuisine and style, they all share a common responsibility – the need to adhere to the...

As of January 2023, the team at Food Safety First are pleased to announce that we deliver Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) training, along with the already popular Food Safety Supervisor and Food Handling Certificate training. The decision to add this course was driven by demand from students...