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New Starter Food Safety Induction

A structured induction checklist covering everything new kitchen and front-of-house staff need to know about food safety on their first day.

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New Starter Food Safety Induction
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8 sections included

Every new team member needs food safety induction before they handle food. This free checklist ensures nothing is missed during onboarding, covering hygiene, allergens, HACCP, and your specific procedures. Both the trainer and trainee sign off each section.

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Why you need this

Food safety induction is a legal requirement before staff handle food
EHO inspectors may ask to see induction records for recently hired staff
Proper induction reduces the risk of food safety incidents from untrained staff
Documented induction provides evidence of due diligence

What's included

Personal hygiene requirements (handwashing, clothing, illness reporting)
Food handling basics (cross-contamination, temperature control)
Allergen awareness and your allergen procedures
HACCP overview and their role in the food safety system
Cleaning responsibilities and chemical safety basics
Reporting procedures (food safety concerns, illness, accidents)
Sign-off sections for trainer and trainee
Record of Food Hygiene Level 2 certification status

How to use this template

1

Before their first shift

Walk through each section of the checklist with the new starter, demonstrating practical procedures.

2

Demonstrate, don't just tell

Show them where handwashing stations are, how temperature probes work, and where allergen information is kept.

3

Both parties sign

The trainer and new starter both sign each section to confirm it has been covered and understood.

4

File and follow up

Keep the completed checklist in the staff file. Follow up within the first week to check understanding.

Tips for getting the most from this template

Don't rush the induction — food safety training saves time and risk long-term
Pair new starters with experienced staff for the first few shifts
Book them onto a Food Hygiene Level 2 course within their first month
Revisit allergen training if your menu changes significantly
Paddl automates induction tracking with digital checklists and training path management

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