Hi I’m wanting to start a baking business but wondering if I will be able to as I have two dogs in the house. I noticed you have a pet next to you in this video, do you have any more information on this? Love the video btw!
Yes you can, It depends on the inspector but mine wasn't fussed about the dogs and didn't even mention it. It largely depends on your situation as for me I lock them out the kitchen 99% of the time unless someone accidentally lets them in or they need to go out the dog flap to the toilet. HOWEVER my dogs are very small, non malting and can't reach the worktops. I always say for owners of moulting or bigger dogs the expectations will be different as they could contaminate the food. :)
Dear Amy, this video and your other video regarding the paperwork have been SO USEFUL! I'll be honest, when the inspector rang to say she would be visiting in a week I was bricking it. I typed in 'hygiene rating' in TH-cam and your video was among the first that popped up, and honestly it is the BEST one out there! It's so detailed and informative. On the day she was to come she gave me a time slot of anytime between these 3 hours but arrived half an hour early before the time slot so be prepared! I wasn't even letting her in for a few mins as I hadn't finished the hoover! V stressful but my own fault. Moving on to the actual inspection, because she came earlier than expected I still had the frying pan out and some dishes in the sink eek! But I guess that didn't bother her as they like to see it how it is. I didn't have fridge thermometers, a double sink, downstairs bathroom or a pedal bin (which I read you need) but she didn't even ask about them. She asked about the thermometers and I said I'd ordered them but they were delayed (typical!) Nor did she check the temperature of my fridge. She didn't even look in my oven but I opened it deliberately cos I'd spent ages cleaning it! 😂 I didn't have any proper paperwork arranged beforehand, but the day before she came I got a folder sorted and printed out pages from the Safer Food Pack online. I also got together some of the most recent shopping receipts I had and highlighted the things I used for baking. She was really pleased to see the folder and receipts and said THIS is what you need as if someone makes a complaint you know where you have sourced your ingredients from. She did check the baking cupboard and asked about allergies. Also checked the cleaning cupboard and I told her I was shocked to find a lot of cleaning sprays like Flash or Dettol are not BS standard as we're required to have them so she told me I can get them from places like Makro. As I am only part time (taking on an order as and when usually through Instagram) she said a lot didn't apply to me (including the 2 sinks) and she even joked that I worry too much! All in all it was much better than I had expected. I displayed confidence to show her that I know what I'm talking about (which I think really helps otherwise they'd question do you even know what ur doing) and she told me that I'm doing really well. Thank God! At the end I just had to sign a document where she graded me 5*. It took about 40 mins in total as she was asking me lots of questions from a form she was filling out (I think some ppl get this in a phone call) I know it's a long update but I thought I would try and be thorough in case it helps anyone else. But mostly I just wanted to just come on here and say THANK YOU AMY!! You have no idea how many people you have helped and will continue to help. It's so lovely that you took out the time to make these videos to help out strangers. You are amazing and I'm so grateful. All the best for your growing business! xxx
Thank you for the detailed information about your inspection visit. I'm feeling so relieved now because I don't have double sink as well 😂. Thanks to Amy who lead me to your comment. Thanks
Thanks so so much for this!! I just had my EHO visit & got 5 stars, he said I’d gone completely above and beyond what was needed and that was predominantly because of this video! You’ve gained a new subscriber and fan ❤️❤️
Omg this is amazing!!! It’s always nice to hear you’ve gone above and beyond even if you don’t need to. It makes my day to hear this, I’m glad I was helpful! Xx
Do they look through the whole house? For example i package and sell sweets from another room. So would they look in the kitchen, bathroom, living room? And would it matter if one side of the room was used for laundry?
Hello, I just want to ask. What kind of insurance? What is the name of insurance? Could you please send me here the link to get that insurance please 🙂🙏 Thank you so much for your video.
Thank you for your video Amy. Just one question ☝🏻 what if you only have one sink in your kitchen and you don’t have a toilet with a sink downstairs? Would that be a failure? Or could I potentially use the toilet upstairs for handwashing?
Hiya! Just a quick question, if you have a seperate fridge for all your baking stuff do you still need to show them/ talk through your home fridge?? (the one that everyone in your house uses)Does it all need to be labelled etc because I can imagine thatll get tedious x thankyou!!
do you know about rules with dogs? i am worried about my space cause my house is only 800sqft and my kitchen is a 10x10 and i have a rottweiler. my house design is not conducive to adding a kitchen door or anything like that.
I always advise to keep them out of the space especially big dogs as some people may be conscious that they could reach the counter (even if you know they are trained not to). I would recommend a stair gate across a door frame or between walls, or putting the dog in a separate room 👍🏼
Hi love your video very helpful. Just wanted to ask I have a another kitchen just like yours but I have my laundry in there too. Would that be a problem?
You will need a business name for registering but also for people to know you by. Otherwise, you lose out on a huge part of your advertising/known ability :)
How do you get to the point of inspection? I’ve registered with my local council but haven’t heard anything from them. I’ve contacted them but none of them seem to understand what I’m asking. Any help would be appreciated
Could you possibly do a video on how your customers collect thier orders. If there is no contact, how do they collect. I know its a bit of a silly question, but I would really like to know x
Hello, it’s alright not a silly question at all. There’s two options depending on your areas restrictions. 1st option is to wear a mask and gloves then put the item on the doorstep for them to pick up. 2nd option if no contact, you leave a little table / box if it’s not under a covered area which you can leave the box on. You give the customer a time slot then you leave the order on there, whilst you wait inside and get them to confirm when they’ve arrived. Then after they leave you sanitise the area for the next person. Hope this helps x
Hi, thanks for your super helpful video!! I was wondering about the handwashing situation....you said the downstairs toilet is fine, but i only have 1 bathroom as i live in an apartment. Do you think I'd still have to buy a handwashing station?? Let me know. Thanks for your helpful video :)
My fiance has just started and she is getting a ton of orders, it was a hobby that just snow balled. She didn't know until yesterday about the legal requirements and we heard of a few people being fined and banned which caused her to panic. Then we found your video/channel and shes a little calmer now. We will be following. Thanks, Tom & Nicola
Amy you are an inspiration, I don’t know how you find the time to TH-cam, Instagram, podcast and run your bakery business. I’m about to start an Afternoon Tea business for my local area, I will be delivering. I will look into shipping but not sure I trust anyone with my stuff. Your info on Food Safety, Liability insurance, processes etc. Absolutely invaluable, I’m nervous but determined. You are more than 10 years younger than my eldest daughter, yet you have taught me so much, a big THANK YOU. Keep up the good work and the very best of luck with your venture/business I truly hope you don’t ever have to full back on the boring accountancy. 🤩
This was such a well made and beneficial video! I’ve been binging your channel✨☀️ Thanks a tonne xx Recommended to complete the Level 2 hygiene certificate because the inspection will basically be a repeat! 1) Do you bake with Cream? Or Fresh fruit? (2) On a baking day what do you do? Check fridge temp. Sell by dates. Clean surface just in case some one else used them. (3) Where do you keep cleaning products? For example: Under the sink or buy separate box and keep yours separate from your family members. Keep them away food. They are looking for you to have a double basin. If you don’t use your downstairs toilet for hand washing. They will check your toilet. (4) Where’s you kitchen / fridges? One for main family and one for me in the garage. [clean garage] (5) How are you managing deliveries through COVID? Contact less deliveries nobody enters the premises. I don’t enter their premises. Postal services etc. (6) How many times do you wash your dish cloths? Wash daily and throw away weekly or bi weekly. (7) Cleanse and sanitise: fridge, worktops, windows, ceilings, floor or furniture (dining table). (8). Do you have a food safety and hygiene certificate? Get it a level 2 certificate prior to registering. (9) Do you have insurance. Very much advisable. (10) Do you have an allergen certificate? Can be found in her separate video. *Extra tips To get a 5* (1) Have a really clean and organised kitchen from appearance! (2) They may check regular food cupboards if doubtful. (3) Label every product of you want to get extra points! (4) Explain away! Be courteous and engage I.e. “Here’s my fridge and my thermometer for etc. I check the temps through the day”. Shelf for chocolate with nuts etc” (5) Paperwork printed out such as a Cleaning schedule, Certificates and Allergy list for different recipes. (6) Clean Front door handles, door handles around the work space, fridge handles, oven handles, toilet sink, kitchen sink. Paperwork video: th-cam.com/video/z-w4TZKd8BU/w-d-xo.html
Hi Amy, Thanks a lot. We got 5 star rating too. It wouldnt have been possible without watching your youtube... Thank you so much for your contribution to the society helping most of us deliver safe food in compliance with the regulations. Thank you!!!!
Your video is incredible and I cannot thank you enough for taking the time to film it and talk through an inspection because I am currently awaiting an inspection so your video is invaluable. I am not setting up a cake business but am starting a food business from home. Thank you so much : ) xx
This video is outstanding! I am so, so grateful for you doing this! You answered all of the questions I had and some. I have subscribed and look forward to catching up with the rest of your videos and your forthcoming videos. I hope your business is booming Amy 🍰🍩🍪
I’m revisiting this video because I finally got contacted about booking my inspection! I am so nervous so just refreshing my memory on Amy’s tips because all of her guidance videos have been amazing!
Don't usually comment on videos but just want to say THANK YOU!!! I've only watched 10 minutes so far and you've already answered so many questions that I couldn't find the answers for anywhere else
Thanks, you can use a second washing up bowl on the worktop as a handwashing basin then your main sink as the washing up bowl :) check with your EHO but as far as I am aware that's fine x
Great video. Thanks so much for sharing. Has put me at ease about it all. Really appreciate you taking the time to help out others just starting out. Just finished my level 2 today so will start to make the next steps.
Girl I'm in y10 and I nearly passed my qualification it was 55 marks to pass I got 50 but I'm getting 10 mins to try get 5+marks but I was in such a bad mental state I sat in the test staring at the paper for like 25 mins thinking I was gonna fail anyway you really manifest what you think ,gotta pass this qualification💖💖
It can take a while unfortunately! They are prioritising big businesses that have either reopened after covid or are a new business. As they have customers coming in and out whereas home business are low risk and have little contact 👍🏼 most are advising the new year but as long ad all your paperwork’s done you will be ready when they call
I'm starting a takeaway business from home and have found this soooooo useful! I have been really worrying about this inspection but your insight has been so helpful with letting me know what to expect. Thank you
Hi, I’ve got my food hygiene inspection finally this week! I was wondering if you are expected to wear an apron when they visit? And how long they stay for xx
Great video, thanks for the thorough explanation of the process. I am still a little confused by how come so many industrial kitchens (delivery takeaways) like the one's on ubereats or deliveroo that have been there for over a half a year and still have their food hygiene inspection pending, do they just not register for the inspection or does it sometimes take up to a year for them to actually come for inspection?
Thanks for watching! It is based on priority, deliveroo is expected to inspect premises as well as the council so thats why i think they are left longer. Due to covid mine took 6 months, as they are prioritising restaurants that people are going into. :)
I watched this video when it first came out but as I get ready to register I'm beginning to get nervous in regards to the inspections even though I have been told it might not be anytime soon due to the backlog of business who are still waiting to be inspected, I'm currently looking at the xtra storage solutions as my apartment is limited for space so I will be transferring all my tools and equipments to a Ikea Malm set of drawers where I can access everything even better. Thank you so much Amy for sharing your experience, I have started my folder of paperwork and also revisiting all my recipes and and ingredients list and print them all out and organise them nicely , it might not be anytime soon but I will get ready and just be sure I maintain the same routine. You have managed to calm my nerves a little. And feel more positive about it. I'm might be made redundant soon from my 9-5 job so I need to have all the legal stuff in place for my business. Thank you a lot I'm aware there's many people thanking you for this info, but I want you to know you are seriously helping people achieve their dreams with this. Now on to re watching you paperwork video.
I never comment on videos but Amy this is so helpful, thank you xx my daughter has her Food Hygiene L2 cert and was thinking of going for her rating. She is only 16 doesn’t have a clue where to start & neither do I to help her... however now I’ve come across this I’m feeling more confident with what to do! Thanks again & keep up the amazing work x
Thanks for watching! I am so glad you found this helpful! Feel free to tell her she can message me on Instagram (@sweetthingsbyamy) if she has any questions or yourself :) xx
Thank you for this really helpful video! My baking hobby is starting to pick up now. Do you have separate bins within your workspace? I have a general waste inside, but recycling bins are only outside at the moment.
Thank you so much Amy your video showed me how much I was already doing right and today I achieved 5***** Rating I am so happy. My EHO was happy with all I was doing and I went beyond required as well. Best video online for inspections has got to be this 👌
Hi Amy, Thanks for this g8 video, Can you please lemme know, how exactly I should get my L2 Health and safety certificate ? , when I googled am being directed to any institutes who provides this training and certificates
Hi I have registered my business and have done my level 2 and will do the allergy one. But I’m really worried as I have a Labrador and a cat. I have an open plan kitchen with no door I can put the dog in the porch/where the downstairs loo is the cat mainly stays upstairs. Does anyone have any advice on this? My dog is still a puppy so in a cage at the moment any way and will be till he is too big. My house is always spotless my friends think I have ocd! Im not worried about that just not having a door! Thank you.
I think as long as they can’t run around the kitchen that’s fine, pets aren’t a make or break for your application you just have to make sure they can’t get to the food (more important as your dog will be bigger & cats can often get on worktops) I advised that my dog mainly stays out but needs access to outside so occasionally walks through and that was fine. Other option is a stair gate 👍🏼
Hi, I'm in the process of starting a dessert delivery business from home... waffles, crepes etc. Just wanted to know what did you put on your insurance. I put 'caterer' and the price was £190 for the year but if I selected 'take away' the price then went to £650 for the year. Just wanted to know what you selected... Thanks
Thanks for tips. You mentioned you don't work with cream and said it needs to be stored in certain way. I've googled but cannot find what you mean, I use it to make ganache icing sometimes so I'm panicking 😅
Basically the dairy goes off out of the fridge, they typically advise 3 hours. Therefore if selling cakes with cream you need to advise customers of this :)
Dear, should I first register my business with hmrc or first should I apply for sanepid control? What happens if i don't pass the inspection? Thank you for help 🙏
You have to be a registered business to register with hmrc, therefore you need to submit your details via the gov website then get your rating and apply to hmrc :)
Great video, quick question I am going to turn our spare room as a baking room (will have metal prep table, fridges) obviously I won't have a sink in this room. Will the sink in the kitchen & bathroom (I live in an apartment) won't be using meat, fruit, cream etc .. will this be ok?
Yes I can't see that's a problem, you may still need a bowl in the baking room for handwashing (warm water and soap) then washing up in the other room or vice versa.
Thank you sooo much for your very helpful video! I am wondering, is the temperature checker required if I am not using the fridge? Also do I need to wear a hair net? Thank you 💝🙏
So if your working from a home kitchen and you have marks on the skirting boards etc will they down mark you for that . Also can you have 1 sink and dishwasher and say the sink is for hand washing ? Also r u allowed to keep kids drawings on the fridge ?
No as long as the kitchen is tidy and clean they shouldn't mark you down. The dishwasher isn't included i dont think, most recommend the sink and a second washing up bowl on the work top for handwashing :)
Hi Amy I have followed all your videos regarding the Food Hygeine inspection and other important bits in regards to this, thank u so very much, I have received ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ food and Hygeine Rating! Ur videos have helped me alot and I'm sure many others too.. ur a part of my success! Keep encouraging others with ur amazing videos and the information u give is incredible, they do have few changes as it's 2022 and have added more questions into it.. but I'm glad I have done it! God bless u! And once more thank you 😘
Having worked in a food production environment I don't think it's too hard to get 5 stars. It seemed to be less how clean you are and more about how well you know your processes and if you follow them. If understaffed businesses with low paid employees can get 5 stars then a sole trader should easily
I completely agree, I don't think its difficult :) just nice to put peoples minds at ease as when i was starting it all seemed very official and thorough
Thank you! I missed a call today to answer questions, I’m so panicky about it! Like you I’m thinking I need to scrub my kitchen!! (and will! ) It’s the paperwork part I’m not great with x
Great video, very informative! One thing though: as I live in a housing association place, I have neither a second basin or a downstairs toilet. It's literally one toilet upstairs, one sink with basin downstairs. What would you advise concerning this?
Brilliant vlog subscribed. I want to do home business as well because I am fed up with doing stupid admin work, so this is a good idea. Just wanted to ask a question if that's ok, do you have a catering qualification? or do you just like to bake?
Hi Amy, thank you for the video it was extremely informative and in depth. May I request a video on how you manage finances/ accounting responsibilities as I don’t have experience in this. I’m worried I would struggle when starting my own business. Thanks
I'm thinking of starting an energy drink company that lowers the risk of heart problems thank you for this I am only 15/16 am I still able to get certified ?
I am not sure if you would have to be older as you now get ID'd buying energy drinks due to sugars etc, I would recommend contacting your local council and seeing what they advise :)
Thank you so much for sharing all that with us, I'm really grateful it's been so helpful ! I just had a question, in order to finish my application the council asks about : "Waste transfer note" & "Covid risk assesment of any lateral flow testing of staff".... And I am ABSOLUTELY clueless about what I have to to about that 😅 Do you have any advices ? Thank you so much 😊
Unfortunately I wasn't advised about these, I am a lone employee so I don't have staff (maybe thats why that wasn't mentioned) as for the waste that was also not mentioned. Sorry i can't be more help! :)
Thank you so much for this video. Super informative and helpful. I noticed there is a pet in your video. I have a pet too and want to start a food business. Could you please tell me if there were any questions around pets (dogs/cats) in the house when running the food business?
Glad it was helpful! It depends on the area as some have more questions than others, mine wasn't worried about my dogs however they are small and are kept out the kitchen as much as possible (it's the only way to the garden so occasionally they walk through to get out). As long as you aren't touching them before the food and they can't get onto the counters I believe there's no issue. Cats is slightly different as some can jump on counters etc. Its mainly down to you to make sure they can't contaminate the area :) if they can't then your okay
I agree with LondonLovesOlympics. You really are an absolute Godsend. I am also struggling to find information and then I found your channel which I am going though step by step. Thank you so much
Hey, what if the situation in my house is that there is no extra sink downstairs to wash my hands in and there’s no Downstairs toilet. Would this be a big problem for hand washing before cooking? (Regarding to around 7.50min in the video)
Hey, you’ll have to double check with your health officer but as long as you have a separate hand washing basin eg a bowl I believe that would suffice. It depends whether you have to have a downstairs toilet, sorry I have one so I never had to ask the question 👍🏼
Thank you for this! Its really informative! Can I ask, you mentioned not having a double sink so needing a downstairs toilet for hand washing...... I have neither a double sink or a downstairs toilet, do you know of this would be a huge issue? Thanks
Hey as far as i am aware if you don't have a toilet or double sink, you can use an extra washing up bowl on the counter as a handwash basin. Check with you EHO if you want to check this is acceptable in your area:)
Would it be ok to do things in your room if you were renting since the kitchen is communal and risk contamination...instead would it be ok to have a setup in your personal room by parting of your work area from your bedroom area (But it’s still self contained)? etc
Thanks for the question. I would recommend using a spare room if possible as i don't think you would be able to use a bedroom space for food. In terms of cross contamination you could have set hours you use the kitchen eg 10am-12pm or avoid meal times. You could also have a separate fridge for storage. I use my home kitchen for baking but the kitchen extension worktop space. I don't use the oven if other items are being cooked. I would recommend checking with your landlord too as when it comes to rented places you have to get permission as technically its their property you would be running a business from. Hope this helps :)
I am in the process of opening my own home business and I was wondering if the eho comes and its not my baking day does that matter? I only will be doing this part time and won't be baking everyday? Thank x you
Thanks for watching! nope that doesn't matter and i would say its better, mine did that and everythings was nice and clean lol before the mess started :)
Thank you so much for sharing what you have learnt Amy. I have been baking for friends and family for several years and they all keep telling me to start a business, your video's are making the process so much easier for me.
Hi that was very helpful as are all your videos thank you! Question, do you know the situation if you have a washing machine in the kitchen by any chance? Thanks and all the best :)
Hi there , this video is awesome really helped me with what i am looking to do, is there anyway to contact you via social media or email where i could possibly ask you some questions and for get some advice please let me know. thank you take care :)
Hi! I've passed my level 2 food hygiene and safety catering course! And I have registered my bussiness,how do I get an inspection? Do i need to arrange one?
Hi, I have a few questions. I’m starting my own business soon and wanted to know if I can start before they come around? Because, I need to know if I will get enough customers or not. If not then I won’t go ahead. Lovely video and explanation Thank you!
Thanks for commenting. You can start 28 days from registering, they might or might not come before then due to covid. If I’m honest you have to build the customer base, I’d recommend posting lots of photos of your work and creating a business portfolio of photos on social media. You are likely to get customers if you are patient but you need to workout your bills and how much you need to earn before starting. That way you will know if you will make any profit. I never thought about not getting enough customers as if you worry it’s likely you won’t do it 🙂 I’d recommend registering now then you have 28 days to get lots of photos and practice. Thanks Amy
Great info thank you, a question as we couldn’t find any info so we need a door to the kitchen or is a stair gate ok as we have a small dog, I couldn’t see a door in your vid to the preparation area
Hi It depends on your EHO as I haven't found specific guidance. I have a door on the main kitchen a few metres from my area so I close the door when baking. I let the dogs out to the toilet if necessary but apart from that they are locked out the kitchen. My inspector didn't mention having to lock them out so it might not be a requirement. It is also a personal judgement you can make, if you have a moulting dog or a cat that could climb onto surfaces i would avoid letting them in when baking. However small non moulting dogs will be less of an issue as you wont be touching them whilst cooking and the hair fibres can get onto surfaces. I always say check with your council as some are different but i would just avoid having them in the kitchen as much as possible but there are situations where they must be let out to the toilet etc which can't be helped. :)
I'm just doing this for the first time for a hot sauce business. Lot's of thanks for going to the trouble of making this video I'm finding it really illuminating. It can be hard doing these things on your own but now I am starting to look forward to hopefully getting a 5*!
HI Ami Great stuff learned a lot. I am thinking to do similar thing and my question is, is the hygiene certificate different to get the kitchen registered with the local council ?? where do I get my kitchen hygiene rating ??
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Hi I’m wanting to start a baking business but wondering if I will be able to as I have two dogs in the house. I noticed you have a pet next to you in this video, do you have any more information on this? Love the video btw!
Yes you can, It depends on the inspector but mine wasn't fussed about the dogs and didn't even mention it. It largely depends on your situation as for me I lock them out the kitchen 99% of the time unless someone accidentally lets them in or they need to go out the dog flap to the toilet. HOWEVER my dogs are very small, non malting and can't reach the worktops. I always say for owners of moulting or bigger dogs the expectations will be different as they could contaminate the food.
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So useful to know. Really grateful for your sharing. Thank you
Dear Amy, this video and your other video regarding the paperwork have been SO USEFUL!
I'll be honest, when the inspector rang to say she would be visiting in a week I was bricking it. I typed in 'hygiene rating' in TH-cam and your video was among the first that popped up, and honestly it is the BEST one out there! It's so detailed and informative.
On the day she was to come she gave me a time slot of anytime between these 3 hours but arrived half an hour early before the time slot so be prepared! I wasn't even letting her in for a few mins as I hadn't finished the hoover! V stressful but my own fault.
Moving on to the actual inspection, because she came earlier than expected I still had the frying pan out and some dishes in the sink eek! But I guess that didn't bother her as they like to see it how it is. I didn't have fridge thermometers, a double sink, downstairs bathroom or a pedal bin (which I read you need) but she didn't even ask about them. She asked about the thermometers and I said I'd ordered them but they were delayed (typical!) Nor did she check the temperature of my fridge. She didn't even look in my oven but I opened it deliberately cos I'd spent ages cleaning it! 😂
I didn't have any proper paperwork arranged beforehand, but the day before she came I got a folder sorted and printed out pages from the Safer Food Pack online. I also got together some of the most recent shopping receipts I had and highlighted the things I used for baking. She was really pleased to see the folder and receipts and said THIS is what you need as if someone makes a complaint you know where you have sourced your ingredients from. She did check the baking cupboard and asked about allergies. Also checked the cleaning cupboard and I told her I was shocked to find a lot of cleaning sprays like Flash or Dettol are not BS standard as we're required to have them so she told me I can get them from places like Makro. As I am only part time (taking on an order as and when usually through Instagram) she said a lot didn't apply to me (including the 2 sinks) and she even joked that I worry too much!
All in all it was much better than I had expected. I displayed confidence to show her that I know what I'm talking about (which I think really helps otherwise they'd question do you even know what ur doing) and she told me that I'm doing really well. Thank God! At the end I just had to sign a document where she graded me 5*. It took about 40 mins in total as she was asking me lots of questions from a form she was filling out (I think some ppl get this in a phone call)
I know it's a long update but I thought I would try and be thorough in case it helps anyone else. But mostly I just wanted to just come on here and say THANK YOU AMY!!
You have no idea how many people you have helped and will continue to help. It's so lovely that you took out the time to make these videos to help out strangers. You are amazing and I'm so grateful. All the best for your growing business! xxx
Thank you for the detailed information about your inspection visit. I'm feeling so relieved now because I don't have double sink as well 😂. Thanks to Amy who lead me to your comment. Thanks
@@t.m.h.jewelry You're welcome xx
Amazing! Thanks so much, well done!!! x
Do you not need a downstairs sink or double sink?
Helped me so thanks 😊
Honestly you are a godsend I was struggling so much to find the correct information but you really helped, thank you so much!!
Thank you I’m glad you found this helpful x
Thanks so so much for this!! I just had my EHO visit & got 5 stars, he said I’d gone completely above and beyond what was needed and that was predominantly because of this video! You’ve gained a new subscriber and fan ❤️❤️
Omg this is amazing!!! It’s always nice to hear you’ve gone above and beyond even if you don’t need to. It makes my day to hear this, I’m glad I was helpful! Xx
Do they look through the whole house? For example i package and sell sweets from another room. So would they look in the kitchen, bathroom, living room? And would it matter if one side of the room was used for laundry?
They only look in the rooms you use, id recommend maybe just keep the laundry out for the scheduled visit :)
Hello, I just want to ask. What kind of insurance? What is the name of insurance? Could you please send me here the link to get that insurance please 🙂🙏
Thank you so much for your video.
Simply business insurance, comes up if you google it :)
Thank you for your video Amy. Just one question ☝🏻 what if you only have one sink in your kitchen and you don’t have a toilet with a sink downstairs? Would that be a failure? Or could I potentially use the toilet upstairs for handwashing?
Nope, just have a washing facility eg an extra washing up bowl on the side for hand washing 👍🏼
What do you mean by write all recipes down? So I have to write a step by step with all my ingredients in??
@@steff6682 yes they want to see your recipe book so they can see the process, ingredients used etc
Hiya! Just a quick question, if you have a seperate fridge for all your baking stuff do you still need to show them/ talk through your home fridge?? (the one that everyone in your house uses)Does it all need to be labelled etc because I can imagine thatll get tedious x thankyou!!
She didn’t look in the other fridge as I told her it wasn’t used for baking x
do you know about rules with dogs? i am worried about my space cause my house is only 800sqft and my kitchen is a 10x10 and i have a rottweiler. my house design is not conducive to adding a kitchen door or anything like that.
I always advise to keep them out of the space especially big dogs as some people may be conscious that they could reach the counter (even if you know they are trained not to). I would recommend a stair gate across a door frame or between walls, or putting the dog in a separate room 👍🏼
Did you have any problems with neighbours regarding delivery guys keep coming in on motorbikes to pick up food?
I don’t use delivery companies customers collect themselves. 👍🏼
Thanks Amy, is first aid certificate a legal requirement for home kitchen business?
Only if you have employees I believe, I just needed food hygiene
Hi Amy , thank a lot.
Can I know the inspector will open up the oven and check the hygiene inside ? Xx
Mine didn’t but I made sure it was clean as it would need to be for baking of cakes etc. x
Hi love your video very helpful. Just wanted to ask I have a another kitchen just like yours but I have my laundry in there too. Would that be a problem?
Do nuts need to be stored seperate when I’m not catering to any allergens
No you don’t, I used to cater for them that’s why I had them separate. But I don’t anymore
Hi Is the level 2 certification mandatory
@@jinojohn474 yes it shows your knowledge got food hygiene, allergens and risks etc
What if I use a secret Ingredient in my cakes. Do I have to list it in my ingredients?
And if it says may contain traces of .... what do I do?
Yes all ingredients have to be listed.
Do we need to have a name for our business? I don’t have a trading name. Or is it enough only to register? Please answer 🙏🏻
You will need a business name for registering but also for people to know you by. Otherwise, you lose out on a huge part of your advertising/known ability :)
How do you get to the point of inspection? I’ve registered with my local council but haven’t heard anything from them. I’ve contacted them but none of them seem to understand what I’m asking. Any help would be appreciated
Could you possibly do a video on how your customers collect thier orders. If there is no contact, how do they collect. I know its a bit of a silly question, but I would really like to know x
Hello, it’s alright not a silly question at all.
There’s two options depending on your areas restrictions.
1st option is to wear a mask and gloves then put the item on the doorstep for them to pick up.
2nd option if no contact, you leave a little table / box if it’s not under a covered area which you can leave the box on. You give the customer a time slot then you leave the order on there, whilst you wait inside and get them to confirm when they’ve arrived. Then after they leave you sanitise the area for the next person.
Hope this helps x
I really appreciate you asking this question and for the answer that followed! Thank you very much x
You are amazin Amy. After once register, when do you have a call from them?
It ranges depending on how busy they are but after a few weeks you can call them
Thank you this is really good and helpful
Glad it was helpful!
Great video. Thank you.
Glad you liked it!
Hi, thanks for your super helpful video!! I was wondering about the handwashing situation....you said the downstairs toilet is fine, but i only have 1 bathroom as i live in an apartment. Do you think I'd still have to buy a handwashing station?? Let me know. Thanks for your helpful video :)
If its on the same floor that shouldn't be an issue :)
@@Sweetthingsbyamy thanks for your reply :)
Hi
Did you have to inform landlord / mortgage provider before you had your inspection? I am stressing over this part can you help please 🙏🏼
My fiance has just started and she is getting a ton of orders, it was a hobby that just snow balled. She didn't know until yesterday about the legal requirements and we heard of a few people being fined and banned which caused her to panic. Then we found your video/channel and shes a little calmer now. We will be following. Thanks, Tom & Nicola
Thanks for watching! I'm glad this was helpful, good luck with it all
Amy you are an inspiration, I don’t know how you find the time to TH-cam, Instagram, podcast and run your bakery business. I’m about to start an Afternoon Tea business for my local area, I will be delivering. I will look into shipping but not sure I trust anyone with my stuff. Your info on Food Safety, Liability insurance, processes etc. Absolutely invaluable, I’m nervous but determined. You are more than 10 years younger than my eldest daughter, yet you have taught me so much, a big THANK YOU. Keep up the good work and the very best of luck with your venture/business I truly hope you don’t ever have to full back on the boring accountancy. 🤩
This was such a well made and beneficial video! I’ve been binging your channel✨☀️ Thanks a tonne xx Recommended to complete the Level 2 hygiene certificate because the inspection will basically be a repeat!
1) Do you bake with Cream? Or Fresh fruit?
(2) On a baking day what do you do? Check fridge temp. Sell by dates. Clean surface just in case some one else used them.
(3) Where do you keep cleaning products? For example: Under the sink or buy separate box and keep yours separate from your family members. Keep them away food.
They are looking for you to have a double basin. If you don’t use your downstairs toilet for hand washing. They will check your toilet.
(4) Where’s you kitchen / fridges? One for main family and one for me in the garage. [clean garage]
(5) How are you managing deliveries through COVID? Contact less deliveries nobody enters the premises. I don’t enter their premises. Postal services etc.
(6) How many times do you wash your dish cloths? Wash daily and throw away weekly or bi weekly.
(7) Cleanse and sanitise: fridge, worktops, windows, ceilings, floor or furniture (dining table).
(8). Do you have a food safety and hygiene certificate? Get it a level 2 certificate prior to registering.
(9) Do you have insurance. Very much advisable.
(10) Do you have an allergen certificate? Can be found in her separate video.
*Extra tips To get a 5* (1) Have a really clean and organised kitchen from appearance! (2) They may check regular food cupboards if doubtful. (3) Label every product of you want to get extra points! (4) Explain away! Be courteous and engage I.e. “Here’s my fridge and my thermometer for etc. I check the temps through the day”. Shelf for chocolate with nuts etc” (5) Paperwork printed out such as a Cleaning schedule, Certificates and Allergy list for different recipes. (6) Clean Front door handles, door handles around the work space, fridge handles, oven handles, toilet sink, kitchen sink.
Paperwork video: th-cam.com/video/z-w4TZKd8BU/w-d-xo.html
Thanks so much for these notes:)
Thank you!
Thanks for this, hope you are still working hard x
L😂l... " make sure you have a toilet downstairs for handwashing" check. 😅
Hi Amy, Thanks a lot. We got 5 star rating too. It wouldnt have been possible without watching your youtube... Thank you so much for your contribution to the society helping most of us deliver safe food in compliance with the regulations. Thank you!!!!
Amazing! well done, happy to help :)
Your video is incredible and I cannot thank you enough for taking the time to film it and talk through an inspection because I am currently awaiting an inspection so your video is invaluable. I am not setting up a cake business but am starting a food business from home. Thank you so much : ) xx
Thank you!! good luck :)
Do we need to have a name for our business? I don’t have a trading name. Or is it enough only to register? Please answer 🙏🏻
This video is outstanding! I am so, so grateful for you doing this! You answered all of the questions I had and some. I have subscribed and look forward to catching up with the rest of your videos and your forthcoming videos. I hope your business is booming Amy 🍰🍩🍪
You are so welcome!
AGAIN she's the best, the voice of new Britain
I’m revisiting this video because I finally got contacted about booking my inspection! I am so nervous so just refreshing my memory on Amy’s tips because all of her guidance videos have been amazing!
I'm glad :)
Don't usually comment on videos but just want to say THANK YOU!!! I've only watched 10 minutes so far and you've already answered so many questions that I couldn't find the answers for anywhere else
Glad I could help! Thanks for the comment :)
Great advice!! What about if you only have 1 basin in the kitchen but no downstairs toilet??
Thanks, you can use a second washing up bowl on the worktop as a handwashing basin then your main sink as the washing up bowl :) check with your EHO but as far as I am aware that's fine x
Great video. Thanks so much for sharing. Has put me at ease about it all. Really appreciate you taking the time to help out others just starting out. Just finished my level 2 today so will start to make the next steps.
Thanks for watching!
Girl I'm in y10 and I nearly passed my qualification it was 55 marks to pass I got 50 but I'm getting 10 mins to try get 5+marks but I was in such a bad mental state I sat in the test staring at the paper for like 25 mins thinking I was gonna fail anyway you really manifest what you think ,gotta pass this qualification💖💖
I’m moving to an area in the Uk where there is no Indian food. Was hoping to do this from my new flat
Sounds like an idea, good to find a gap in the market :)
Registered before covid, still no visit, an email informed that they would get in touch which was 6 plus months ago! Thanks for such an amazing video!
It can take a while unfortunately! They are prioritising big businesses that have either reopened after covid or are a new business. As they have customers coming in and out whereas home business are low risk and have little contact 👍🏼 most are advising the new year but as long ad all your paperwork’s done you will be ready when they call
I'm starting a takeaway business from home and have found this soooooo useful! I have been really worrying about this inspection but your insight has been so helpful with letting me know what to expect. Thank you
Glad it was helpful!
How's it going pal
Hi, I’ve got my food hygiene inspection finally this week! I was wondering if you are expected to wear an apron when they visit? And how long they stay for xx
Sorry for the delay! Its personal preference as far as i'm aware. Time varies depending on council x
Great video, thanks for the thorough explanation of the process.
I am still a little confused by how come so many industrial kitchens (delivery takeaways) like the one's on ubereats or deliveroo that have been there for over a half a year and still have their food hygiene inspection pending, do they just not register for the inspection or does it sometimes take up to a year for them to actually come for inspection?
Thanks for watching! It is based on priority, deliveroo is expected to inspect premises as well as the council so thats why i think they are left longer. Due to covid mine took 6 months, as they are prioritising restaurants that people are going into. :)
Thank you
No worries!
Hi Great video what about having a pet dog
I watched this video when it first came out but as I get ready to register I'm beginning to get nervous in regards to the inspections even though I have been told it might not be anytime soon due to the backlog of business who are still waiting to be inspected, I'm currently looking at the xtra storage solutions as my apartment is limited for space so I will be transferring all my tools and equipments to a Ikea Malm set of drawers where I can access everything even better. Thank you so much Amy for sharing your experience, I have started my folder of paperwork and also revisiting all my recipes and and ingredients list and print them all out and organise them nicely , it might not be anytime soon but I will get ready and just be sure I maintain the same routine. You have managed to calm my nerves a little. And feel more positive about it. I'm might be made redundant soon from my 9-5 job so I need to have all the legal stuff in place for my business. Thank you a lot I'm aware there's many people thanking you for this info, but I want you to know you are seriously helping people achieve their dreams with this. Now on to re watching you paperwork video.
Thank you I am glad its helpful! Hope all goes well with the business x
I never comment on videos but Amy this is so helpful, thank you xx my daughter has her Food Hygiene L2 cert and was thinking of going for her rating. She is only 16 doesn’t have a clue where to start & neither do I to help her... however now I’ve come across this I’m feeling more confident with what to do! Thanks again & keep up the amazing work x
Thanks for watching! I am so glad you found this helpful! Feel free to tell her she can message me on Instagram (@sweetthingsbyamy) if she has any questions or yourself :) xx
Your videos help me so much. I got my food hygiene certification today and i got 5 star. All because of your video. Thank you so much ❤
Great job!x
Thank you for this really helpful video! My baking hobby is starting to pick up now. Do you have separate bins within your workspace? I have a general waste inside, but recycling bins are only outside at the moment.
Yes i have separate bins from the kitchen ones otherwise they fill to quickly
Thank you so much for all this information it's helpful
Thank you 👍🏼
Thank you for information. Helped so much.❤❤
Very helpful even a few years on thank you for your time :)
Which council are you under pls?
Leicester?
Reason for asking is I’m moving to Leicester so wanted to know if they are helpful
Thanks
I’m under Buckinghamshire 👍🏼
Thank you so much Amy your video showed me how much I was already doing right and today I achieved 5***** Rating I am so happy. My EHO was happy with all I was doing and I went beyond required as well. Best video online for inspections has got to be this 👌
Thank you, well done on 5 stars!!
Hey good information.blessings
Hi Amy, Thanks for this g8 video, Can you please lemme know, how exactly I should get my L2 Health and safety certificate ? , when I googled am being directed to any institutes who provides this training and certificates
I went with the food standards agency just make sure they are a acclaimed provider :)
Hi I have registered my business and have done my level 2 and will do the allergy one. But I’m really worried as I have a Labrador and a cat. I have an open plan kitchen with no door I can put the dog in the porch/where the downstairs loo is the cat mainly stays upstairs. Does anyone have any advice on this? My dog is still a puppy so in a cage at the moment any way and will be till he is too big. My house is always spotless my friends think I have ocd! Im not worried about that just not having a door! Thank you.
I think as long as they can’t run around the kitchen that’s fine, pets aren’t a make or break for your application you just have to make sure they can’t get to the food (more important as your dog will be bigger & cats can often get on worktops) I advised that my dog mainly stays out but needs access to outside so occasionally walks through and that was fine.
Other option is a stair gate 👍🏼
Hi, I'm in the process of starting a dessert delivery business from home... waffles, crepes etc. Just wanted to know what did you put on your insurance. I put 'caterer' and the price was £190 for the year but if I selected 'take away' the price then went to £650 for the year. Just wanted to know what you selected... Thanks
caker maker and decorator :)
Thanks for tips. You mentioned you don't work with cream and said it needs to be stored in certain way. I've googled but cannot find what you mean, I use it to make ganache icing sometimes so I'm panicking 😅
Basically the dairy goes off out of the fridge, they typically advise 3 hours. Therefore if selling cakes with cream you need to advise customers of this :)
thanks for all the info Amy! your dedication and hard work is admirable and truly inspiring :)
Thank you so much!
Whats the difference in storing cream in terms of the things they will ask you? i presume the storage but anything in particular?
Anything dairy needs to remain refrigerated eg. Butter, stork, milk, cream, etc
Dear, should I first register my business with hmrc or first should I apply for sanepid control? What happens if i don't pass the inspection? Thank you for help 🙏
You have to be a registered business to register with hmrc, therefore you need to submit your details via the gov website then get your rating and apply to hmrc :)
Very helpful. I am like you anxious with inspection and would rather put on the hours and do my best. Video was very easy to understand.
Glad it was helpful!
Great video, quick question I am going to turn our spare room as a baking room (will have metal prep table, fridges) obviously I won't have a sink in this room. Will the sink in the kitchen & bathroom (I live in an apartment) won't be using meat, fruit, cream etc .. will this be ok?
Yes I can't see that's a problem, you may still need a bowl in the baking room for handwashing (warm water and soap) then washing up in the other room or vice versa.
Thank you sooo much for your very helpful video! I am wondering, is the temperature checker required if I am not using the fridge? Also do I need to wear a hair net?
Thank you 💝🙏
I assume not if you aren't using it. No hair nets aren't compulsory x
So if your working from a home kitchen and you have marks on the skirting boards etc will they down mark you for that . Also can you have 1 sink and dishwasher and say the sink is for hand washing ? Also r u allowed to keep kids drawings on the fridge ?
No as long as the kitchen is tidy and clean they shouldn't mark you down. The dishwasher isn't included i dont think, most recommend the sink and a second washing up bowl on the work top for handwashing :)
Hi Amy
I have followed all your videos regarding the Food Hygeine inspection and other important bits in regards to this, thank u so very much, I have received ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ food and Hygeine Rating! Ur videos have helped me alot and I'm sure many others too.. ur a part of my success! Keep encouraging others with ur amazing videos and the information u give is incredible, they do have few changes as it's 2022 and have added more questions into it.. but I'm glad I have done it! God bless u! And once more thank you 😘
Amazing well done!! I might do an updated video for the new registration :)
Having worked in a food production environment I don't think it's too hard to get 5 stars. It seemed to be less how clean you are and more about how well you know your processes and if you follow them.
If understaffed businesses with low paid employees can get 5 stars then a sole trader should easily
I completely agree, I don't think its difficult :) just nice to put peoples minds at ease as when i was starting it all seemed very official and thorough
Thank you! I missed a call today to answer questions, I’m so panicky about it! Like you I’m thinking I need to scrub my kitchen!! (and will! ) It’s the paperwork part I’m not great with x
Hope all went well! I have videos on paperwork if your still needing it :)
Amazing! I found this so helpful. Love that you e done this video as you can never be to prepared 🙌🏼🙌🏼
Glad it was helpful!
Great video, very informative! One thing though: as I live in a housing association place, I have neither a second basin or a downstairs toilet. It's literally one toilet upstairs, one sink with basin downstairs. What would you advise concerning this?
You can have a bowl on the side that you use for hand washing.
Most councils allow you to have two washing up bowls, one on the side and the other in the sink (acting as a double sink) handwashing one on the side
Brilliant vlog subscribed. I want to do home business as well because I am fed up with doing stupid admin work, so this is a good idea. Just wanted to ask a question if that's ok, do you have a catering qualification? or do you just like to bake?
Just like to bake, all self taught :)
Hi Amy, thank you for the video it was extremely informative and in depth. May I request a video on how you manage finances/ accounting responsibilities as I don’t have experience in this. I’m worried I would struggle when starting my own business. Thanks
Great suggestion!
I labeled BB/use by date the baking ingredients. Do I need to label my normal things that I use for my own ? Thank you x
Only the baking stuff :)
I'm thinking of starting an energy drink company that lowers the risk of heart problems thank you for this I am only 15/16 am I still able to get certified ?
I am not sure if you would have to be older as you now get ID'd buying energy drinks due to sugars etc, I would recommend contacting your local council and seeing what they advise :)
Thank you so much for sharing all that with us, I'm really grateful it's been so helpful ! I just had a question, in order to finish my application the council asks about : "Waste transfer note" & "Covid risk assesment of any lateral flow testing of staff"....
And I am ABSOLUTELY clueless about what I have to to about that 😅
Do you have any advices ?
Thank you so much 😊
Unfortunately I wasn't advised about these, I am a lone employee so I don't have staff (maybe thats why that wasn't mentioned) as for the waste that was also not mentioned. Sorry i can't be more help! :)
Thank you so much for this, I was struggling to find something on food health inspections and this has really helped me! You’re a star! 🥰
Thank you!
Thank you so much for this video. Super informative and helpful. I noticed there is a pet in your video. I have a pet too and want to start a food business. Could you please tell me if there were any questions around pets (dogs/cats) in the house when running the food business?
Glad it was helpful! It depends on the area as some have more questions than others, mine wasn't worried about my dogs however they are small and are kept out the kitchen as much as possible (it's the only way to the garden so occasionally they walk through to get out). As long as you aren't touching them before the food and they can't get onto the counters I believe there's no issue. Cats is slightly different as some can jump on counters etc.
Its mainly down to you to make sure they can't contaminate the area :) if they can't then your okay
I agree with LondonLovesOlympics. You really are an absolute Godsend. I am also struggling to find information and then I found your channel which I am going though step by step. Thank you so much
Glad it was helpful!
Hi, thanks for this video it's really helpful! just wondering if you registered as a a sole trader or limited company? thanks xx
Sole trader :)
Hey, what if the situation in my house is that there is no extra sink downstairs to wash my hands in and there’s no Downstairs toilet. Would this be a big problem for hand washing before cooking? (Regarding to around 7.50min in the video)
Hey, you’ll have to double check with your health officer but as long as you have a separate hand washing basin eg a bowl I believe that would suffice. It depends whether you have to have a downstairs toilet, sorry I have one so I never had to ask the question 👍🏼
Thank you for this! Its really informative! Can I ask, you mentioned not having a double sink so needing a downstairs toilet for hand washing...... I have neither a double sink or a downstairs toilet, do you know of this would be a huge issue? Thanks
Hey as far as i am aware if you don't have a toilet or double sink, you can use an extra washing up bowl on the counter as a handwash basin. Check with you EHO if you want to check this is acceptable in your area:)
Would it be ok to do things in your room if you were renting since the kitchen is communal and risk contamination...instead would it be ok to have a setup in your personal room by parting of your work area from your bedroom area (But it’s still self contained)? etc
Thanks for the question. I would recommend using a spare room if possible as i don't think you would be able to use a bedroom space for food.
In terms of cross contamination you could have set hours you use the kitchen eg 10am-12pm or avoid meal times. You could also have a separate fridge for storage.
I use my home kitchen for baking but the kitchen extension worktop space. I don't use the oven if other items are being cooked.
I would recommend checking with your landlord too as when it comes to rented places you have to get permission as technically its their property you would be running a business from.
Hope this helps :)
I am in the process of opening my own home business and I was wondering if the eho comes and its not my baking day does that matter? I only will be doing this part time and won't be baking everyday? Thank x you
Thanks for watching! nope that doesn't matter and i would say its better, mine did that and everythings was nice and clean lol before the mess started :)
Thank you so much for sharing what you have learnt Amy. I have been baking for friends and family for several years and they all keep telling me to start a business, your video's are making the process so much easier for me.
You are so welcome!
Hi, I have a smaller fridge (43 litre) will it be frowned upon ?
Nope as long as it fits your supplies in :)
Hi that was very helpful as are all your videos thank you! Question, do you know the situation if you have a washing machine in the kitchen by any chance? Thanks and all the best :)
Hey! thats not a problem, its considered a home kitchen so I have washing machine and dishwasher in mine:)
Hi there , this video is awesome really helped me with what i am looking to do, is there anyway to contact you via social media or email where i could possibly ask you some questions and for get some advice please let me know. thank you take care :)
Thanks for watching! If you haven't already feel free to message me on instagram :) @sweetthingsbyamy
Hi! I've passed my level 2 food hygiene and safety catering course! And I have registered my bussiness,how do I get an inspection? Do i need to arrange one?
Thanks for watching! well done, the council shopuld contact you to arrange as they work through based on who registered first :)
Do you need to have a downstairs bathroom or double sink, is there any way around this?
Nope just a sink with an extra washing up bowl on the side should be enough. Please check with your council first.
I’ve not had my inspection yet, but thanks to your videos I feel sooooo ready now! Can’t thank you enough
Great to hear!
Do we need to have a name for our business? I don’t have a trading name. Or is it enough only to register? Please answer 🙏🏻
This video was so helpful there isn’t much information available for home bakers. Thank you so much 😊
Glad it was helpful!
Hi, I have a few questions. I’m starting my own business soon and wanted to know if I can start before they come around?
Because, I need to know if I will get enough customers or not. If not then I won’t go ahead.
Lovely video and explanation
Thank you!
Thanks for commenting. You can start 28 days from registering, they might or might not come before then due to covid.
If I’m honest you have to build the customer base, I’d recommend posting lots of photos of your work and creating a business portfolio of photos on social media.
You are likely to get customers if you are patient but you need to workout your bills and how much you need to earn before starting. That way you will know if you will make any profit.
I never thought about not getting enough customers as if you worry it’s likely you won’t do it 🙂
I’d recommend registering now then you have 28 days to get lots of photos and practice.
Thanks Amy
Great info thank you, a question as we couldn’t find any info so we need a door to the kitchen or is a stair gate ok as we have a small dog, I couldn’t see a door in your vid to the preparation area
Hi It depends on your EHO as I haven't found specific guidance. I have a door on the main kitchen a few metres from my area so I close the door when baking. I let the dogs out to the toilet if necessary but apart from that they are locked out the kitchen. My inspector didn't mention having to lock them out so it might not be a requirement.
It is also a personal judgement you can make, if you have a moulting dog or a cat that could climb onto surfaces i would avoid letting them in when baking. However small non moulting dogs will be less of an issue as you wont be touching them whilst cooking and the hair fibres can get onto surfaces.
I always say check with your council as some are different but i would just avoid having them in the kitchen as much as possible but there are situations where they must be let out to the toilet etc which can't be helped. :)
I'm just doing this for the first time for a hot sauce business. Lot's of thanks for going to the trouble of making this video I'm finding it really illuminating. It can be hard doing these things on your own but now I am starting to look forward to hopefully getting a 5*!
You are so welcome!
Your a star. Thank u so much ❤️
Your amazing thank you for all your sharing I finding it so very very helpful
You are so welcome
Thanks so much for your videos. We achieved a 5 star rating for our home based preserves business through watching your videos. 😁
Thats amazing, well done!!
HI Ami Great stuff learned a lot. I am thinking to do similar thing and my question is, is the hygiene certificate different to get the kitchen registered with the local council ?? where do I get my kitchen hygiene rating ??
You first register with the council then they will arrange a meeting to inspect you and give you the rating :)