Food Handlers Training Curriculum
Certified by Kenya Coffee School & Barista Mtaani™
“Clean Hands, Safe Food, Healthy Customers.”
🎯 Program Overview
The Food Handlers Training program by Kenya Coffee School (KCS™) equips learners with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to maintain high food safety standards in hospitality, cafés, restaurants, and street food operations.
The program emphasizes practical hygiene, food safety compliance, and disease prevention, ensuring every participant meets both national and county health regulations.
🕓 Program Duration
- Standard Course: 2 Days (12–14 hours total)
- Advanced Level (Supervisors / Managers): 3–5 Days
- Certification Validity: 2 Years (Renewable)
💼 Target Group
- Baristas, roasters, and café staff
- Waiters, cooks, and kitchen assistants
- Food vendors and mobile café operators (Barista Mtaani)
- Hospitality and catering students
- Coffee entrepreneurs and managers
🧭 Training Objectives
By the end of this program, learners will be able to:
- Apply principles of food hygiene and sanitation in handling and service.
- Identify and prevent foodborne illnesses.
- Maintain personal hygiene and workplace cleanliness.
- Demonstrate safe food preparation, storage, and waste disposal.
- Comply with public health and occupational safety laws.
- Promote customer confidence and food safety culture.
📘 Curriculum Structure
| Module | Unit Title | Key Learning Outcomes | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Module 1 | Introduction to Food Safety | Understand the importance of hygiene and safety in food service. Define contamination and cross-contamination. | 2 |
| Module 2 | Personal Hygiene | Demonstrate personal grooming, handwashing, protective wear, and health checks. | 2 |
| Module 3 | Food Handling and Storage | Identify proper storage methods, FIFO (First In, First Out), temperature control, and handling of perishable goods. | 2 |
| Module 4 | Cleaning and Sanitation Procedures | Apply correct cleaning and sanitization practices for utensils, surfaces, and machinery (including espresso machines). | 2 |
| Module 5 | Foodborne Illnesses and Prevention | Recognize major foodborne pathogens, symptoms, and control measures. | 2 |
| Module 6 | Waste Management and Pest Control | Implement safe waste disposal and pest prevention strategies in food environments. | 1.5 |
| Module 7 | Workplace Health, Safety & Legal Requirements | Understand Public Health laws, food handler certification, and occupational safety regulations. | 1.5 |
| Module 8 | Assessment & Certification | Practical hygiene demonstration, written test, and oral interview. | 1 |
🧪 Assessment Methods
- Practical demonstrations (handwashing, cleaning, waste handling)
- Written quiz on hygiene and safety concepts
- Oral questioning to evaluate comprehension
- Observation checklist during simulation or on-the-job training
🏅 Certification
Successful participants receive:
- Food Handlers Certificate (valid for 2 years)
- Kenya Coffee School Badge (digital and physical)
- Recognition under GOOD Trade Certification (G4T) standards for hygiene and safety.
📈 Advanced Level: Supervisory & Café Manager Training
For supervisors and café managers, additional topics include:
- Designing and implementing food safety management systems (FSMS)
- Conducting internal hygiene audits
- Training and supervising staff on hygiene
- Record-keeping and compliance with county public health inspections
🌱 Integration with Barista Mtaani™
Through Barista Mtaani, the Food Handlers course is extended to youth in local communities, equipping mobile coffee vendors and micro-entrepreneurs with professional food safety knowledge.
This ensures that every Barista Mtaani operator not only serves great coffee but also guarantees safe, hygienic, and compliant service.
“In every cup we serve, safety is the first ingredient.”
💬 Trainer Qualifications
- Certified Food Safety Officer or Public Health Officer
- TVET-accredited trainer with KCS™ instructional certification
- Industry experience in hospitality or coffee service
📍 Training Venues
- Kenya Coffee School Campuses (Nairobi, Kiambu, and regional centers)
- Community outreach through Barista Mtaani
- Custom in-house training for hotels, cafés, and cooperatives
💰 Course Fees
| Category | Duration | Fee (KES) |
|---|---|---|
| Individual Learners | 2 Days | 3,500 |
| Group/Corporate (Min. 10) | 2 Days | 2,500 per person |
| Advanced Supervisory Course | 3–5 Days | 7,500 |
🎓 Certification Partner
Kenya Coffee School™
Accredited | Certified under GOOD Trade Certification (G4T)
In collaboration with County Public Health Offices and Barista Mtaani™ Community Training Network
“Clean cafes. Safe communities. Skilled food handlers.
That’s how we serve GOOD Coffee — the Kenya Coffee School way.”