Food Safety Supervisor Courses
A Food Safety Supervisor ensures compliance with food safety standards by overseeing food handling, conducting inspections, and training staff in hygiene practices.
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How do I become a Food Safety Supervisor
Get qualified to work as a Food Safety Supervisor with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
SITSS00069
Duration
Half day - 6 months
Study mode
Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
Do you work in hospitality food and beverage and need the skills to maintain the organisation’s food safety program? The SITSS00069 Food Safety Supervision Skill Set is a nationally recognised mini-course that will teach you how to keep food safe for human consumption during preparation, storage, display, and service. You’ll also learn safe food handling practices that comply with the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code. The course also covers: food disposal, single use items, temperature controlled...
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Duration
Half day - 6 months
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Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
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FBP50121
Estimated fee
From $10,810
Study mode
Blended, Traineeship
If you’re keen for a technical role in the food manufacturing industry, how about the FBP50121 Diploma of Food Science and Technology? This nationally recognised diploma will teach you how to develop and implement a HACCP-based food safety plan and contribute to the development of standard operating procedures and enterprise methods. The course covers: food industry microbiological procedures, sensory analysis, food industry process controls, food product development, nutritional value of processed foods,...
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Estimated fee
From $10,810
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Blended, Traineeship
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AMP30316
The AMP30316 Certificate III in Meat Processing (Meat Safety) is the minimum qualification for meat inspectors working at domestic abattoirs or meat processing plants. The course is delivered over 2 years and you’ll gain an extensive knowledge of the meat industry in Australia, plus the practical skills to conduct ante and post-mortem inspections on different types of animals. Graduate with the administrative skills you need to follow strict hygiene, sanitation, HACCP, and quality control standards.
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SIT40422
Duration
4 months - 3 years
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
Want a supervisor’s role in the hospitality industry? How about enrolling in the SIT40422 Certificate IV in Hospitality? This nationally recognised qualification will develop your skills in leadership, communications, and customer services and qualifies you for departmental roles in hotels, clubs, restaurants, and casinos. The course offers specialist electives to support your career interests. Choose from: food and beverage, front office and portering, events, food safety, gaming, kitchen operations, com...
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Duration
4 months - 3 years
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Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
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Common questions
How much does a Food Safety Supervisor earn?
In Australia, a full time Food Safety Supervisor generally earns $1,288 per week ($66,976 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
What are the job opportunities for a Food Safety Supervisor?
There has been a strong increase in the number of people working in this industry over the last five years. There are currently 33,000 people employed in this sector in Australia and many of them specialise as a Food Safety Supervisor. Food Safety Supervisors may find work across all regions of Australia, particularly larger towns and cities.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
How do I become a Food Safety Supervisor?
If you’re planning a career as a Food Safety Supervisor, consider enrolling in the Food Safety Supervision Skill Set. This course will prepare you for a range of roles in hospitality by improving your knowledge and skills in food safety. You’ll cover topics including hygienic practices, handling of food and strategies for the safe storage, preparation, display, serving and disposal of food.
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A Food Safety Supervisor oversees food preparation procedures to ensure a business or operation is conforming to food safety standards. You’ll check that food is handled and stored correctly and make sure staff are adhering to correct techniques when displaying, serving and disposing of food. You might conduct food safety inspections or conduct training in food hygiene practices.
Food Safety Supervisors should have good leadership skills and a strong focus on safety. It’s important you understand current food safety standards and know how to apply them to a range of settings. Food Safety Supervisors must have good observational abilities and excellent attention to detail.
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