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Food Handler's Course (SITXFSA005)

By Jesse Munzel, 05 May, 2025

Accredited certification in (SITXFSA005) – Use Hygienic Practices for Food Safety

! ATTENTION ! - Due to unforeseen circumstances, this course has since been rescheduled from the 12th of June to the 30th of June. Please email [email protected] for a refund if you have registered for the previous date and can no longer attend.

Thinking about working in hospitality, retail, or anywhere food is prepared or served? This is your first step. Whether you are aiming for your first job or looking to boost your resume, this entry-level food safety course gives you the essential skills to work confidently and safely with food in Victoria.

You'll learn what employers expect when it comes to food hygiene and safety—and why it matters, from understanding how to keep yourself and your workspace clean, to spotting food safety risks and knowing what to do about them.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Personal hygiene practices that keep food safe.

  • How to identify and control common food hazards like cross-contamination.

  • Following correct procedures in real workplace scenarios.

  • Your legal responsibilities when working with food.


Registration – Don’t Miss This Step!
To secure your place in the course, you must complete the following forms listed below. These must be submitted before attending the in-person training at 45 Mundy Street. 

  • ✅ AST Enrolment Form

  • ✅ Accredited Short Course LLN Self-Assessment

  • ✅ Permission for AST to Apply for Student USI (If you don’t have one yet, visit https://www.usi.gov.au to create or find yours. )

If these forms are not submitted, you will not be able to attend or receive your certificate.


Why take this course?
It’s not just about ticking a box—this certificate shows you’re job-ready and serious about working in hospitality. It's a great asset if you’re planning to work at events, markets, or festivals, where food safety is a must. Plus, it’s also valuable if you're interested in event planning, giving you a practical understanding of food handling requirements when organizing events that involve catering or food stalls.

Who Can Attend?
This course is open to young people aged 12 to 25.

Pricing:
Free - YO Events members
$30 - General ticket (Youth)
(Not a YO member? Now’s a great time to join and unlock free access to this and other great opportunities! Click here to learn more and become a volunteer member with YO Events). 

 

This event is supported by the City of Greater Bendigo's Community Connections Team with funds provided by the Victorian Government's Amplify Program. In addition is has been designed by the YO Events Youth team, "creating events for young people by young people". 

 

 

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When

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Where

45 Mundy street, Bendigo
Locate

45 Mundy street, Bendigo

Contact

Jesse
1300 002 642
[email protected]

Tickets

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