Maintaining a Clean Food Service Environment

Course information

Cleanliness in food service settings is far more than just aesthetics—it's a critical aspect of food safety, customer satisfaction, and regulatory compliance. Food Standards Australia New Zealand (2016) defines cleanliness as being 'free of extraneous visible matter and objectionable odour.' Ensuring that food premises adhere to these cleanliness standards is a fundamental responsibility of food businesses.  

By the end of this module, you will:

• Recognise the importance of maintaining cleanliness in food service settings
• Learn the importance of using appropriate cleaning equipment, products, and following proper cleaning and sanitising procedures and schedules.
• Understand the potential food safety risks associated with using damaged utensils.
• Recognise the need to maintain cleanliness and functionality in fixtures, equipment, and vehicles used for food transportation.
• Understand the requirements for managing garbage and recyclable materials, which includes assessing their suitability
• Acknowledge the responsibility of food handlers in recognising and reporting signs of pests