Australian Institute of Food Safety

Happy National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day! 🍪

Did you know the chocolate chip cookie was invented by accident? Baker Ruth Wakefield added chopped chocolate to her cookie dough, expecting it to melt completely
but instead, the chocolate held its shape and created one of the world's favourite cookies!

Remember: eggs, dairy, and raw dough should still be handled with care. Whether you're baking at home or serving customers in a bakery, café, or restaurant, every batch should be made with safe food handling practices.

From proper hand hygiene to preventing cross-contamination, food safety is the secret ingredient behind every delicious treat.

How are you celebrating National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day?

Tell us in the comments!

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Thank you, Adam, for taking the time to share your experience.

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Little people, big responsibilities. 🍎👧👦

From safe food handling to meeting compliance requirements, childcare providers play a vital role in protecting the health and wellbeing of the children in their care.

The Australian Institute of Food Safety has teamed up with Early Learning Australia to bring nationally recognised Food Safety Supervisor training to childcare facilities across Australia.

Protect the children in your care, support your staff and safeguard your business by staying compliant and avoiding costly penalties.

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Young children are particularly vulnerable to food-borne illness. Their immune systems are still developing - and in group care settings, contamination can affect multiple children quickly.

Under Australian food safety standards, childcare centres that handle unpackaged or ready-to-eat food are required to:

- Appoint a certified Food Safety Supervisor (FSS)
- Ensure all food-handling staff complete accredited food safety training
- Keep records that demonstrate safe food practices

AIFS is a preferred supplier for Early Learning Australia (ELA), delivering food safety training that is online, self-paced and FSANZ Standard 3.2.2A compliant - with group enrolment options available for your whole team.

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Happy National Cheese Day! 🧀

From cheddar to brie, mozzarella to gouda, cheese has earned its place as one of the world's most beloved foods. Did you know that Pizza Hut uses more cheese than any other fast food chain? That's a lot of mozzarella! 🍕

Whether you're enjoying a cheese board, a grilled cheese sandwich or your favourite pizza, today is the perfect excuse to celebrate.

As always, proper storage and handling help keep cheese safe and delicious. ✅

Did you know Australian food businesses are legally required to have a certified Food Safety Supervisor on staff?

One food safety mistake can damage customer trust, lead to fines, or even shut down a business temporarily. A certified Food Safety Supervisor helps teams reduce risks, improve hygiene practices, and create safer dining experiences for customers, while supporting compliance with food safety standards.

Whether you’re looking to strengthen your resume, move into leadership, or build confidence managing food handling procedures, the right training can open new opportunities across the industry.

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We’re proud to partner with Early Learning Australia to support safer childcare environments across the country.

When it comes to childcare, food safety is about more than compliance. It’s about protecting some of the most vulnerable members of our community.

Approximately 10% of infants and 8% of children experience food allergies, making food safety critical every single day in Early Learning Facilities.

From safe preparation and storage to allergen awareness and staff training, every step plays a role in keeping children safe and building trust with families.

At AIFS, we believe proper training isn’t just about meeting requirements. It’s about genuinely protecting the children in your care.

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It's Allergy Awareness Week and in food service, the steps you take before a dish leaves the kitchen matter more than most people realise. 🌿

Whether you're a seasoned Food Handler or just starting out, these four checks could protect a customer from a serious allergic reaction.

Save this and share it with your team before your next shift.

Running a food truck in Australia?

You're taking on serious responsibility - and there are specific food safety rules you need to know. Temperature control, hand hygiene, training and certification are just some of your responsibilities as a food truck operator.

Don't panic - we've put together a complete guide. Whether you're a new startup or already operating, understanding these food safety requirements will help you keep your customers safe and your business compliant.

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