The DHS Food Safety & Hygiene Program is specifically tailored for the hospitality industry, where food handling, preparation, and service standards directly impact customer health, business reputation, and legal compliance.

Why Food Safety Is Important

Food safety is critical in preventing foodborne illnesses and ensuring that all food served to customers is safe for consumption. In the hospitality industry, even a small mistake can lead to serious health risks, loss of customer trust, and damage to a business’s reputation.Strong food safety knowledge ensures that hospitality teams understand how to store, prepare, cook, and serve food safely at every stage of the process.

Why Hygiene Is Important

Hygiene plays a vital role in maintaining a clean, safe, and professional hospitality environment. Personal hygiene, workplace cleanliness, and proper sanitation reduce the spread of bacteria and viruses, protecting both staff and customers. 

The DHS Food Safety & Hygiene Program equips hospitality professionals with practical, industry-relevant skills to uphold high standards of cleanliness, safety, and responsibility—ensuring safe food practices and a culture of care across all hospitality operations.