Invest in Your Team – Protect Your Business with essential training courses from The Backbar Training Hub
Invest in Your Team – Protect Your Business with essential training courses from The Backbar Training Hub
Running a pub isn’t just about great drinks and a buzzing atmosphere it’s about creating a safe, compliant environment where your staff, customers, and licence are protected.
The reality is that one mistake in training can put your entire business at risk. From food safety slip-ups and poor allergen control to gaps in health & safety knowledge, the consequences can be severe: fines, closures, reputational damage, even the loss of your licence. That’s why we created the Backbar Training Hub, a simple, affordable way to keep your whole team trained, confident, and compliant. All our courses are CPD-accredited, meeting the standards set by The CPD Certification Service, so you can trust the training counts towards professional development and is recognised across the UK
The Backbar Training hub in partnership with our trusted partner Flexebee, our CPD-accredited eLearning courses are designed specifically for pubs and hospitality.
Every year, pubs and hospitality venues face huge risks from poor training and compliance gaps:
🍽 Food safety failures cause over 2.4 million cases of foodborne illness in the UK every year. A single mistake in your kitchen could make customers ill – or worse.
⚖ Allergen mismanagement is now the number one reason for food-related prosecutions in hospitality. One slip-up with allergens can result in lawsuits, unlimited fines, and even criminal charges.
📉 Reputation damage is instant, one food safety incident or viral review could undo years of hard work building your business. Customers rarely forgive pubs that put their health at risk.
💷 Fines and closures are on the rise. Local authorities are tightening inspections, and pubs without proof of staff training in Food Safety, HACCP, and Allergen Awareness are first in the firing line
Check out our range of courses available with The Backbar Training Hub
Your pub is only as strong as your team’s knowledge.
That’s where That HR Girl, in partnership with Flexebee, makes things simple
✅ Accredited CPD eCourses designed for hospitality
✅ Flexible, online, and trackable, so you know exactly who’s compliant
✅ Covers essential areas like Food Safety, HACCP, Allergen Awareness, Licensing, Health & Safety, and more.
Investing in your staff isn’t just ticking a box, it’s protecting your licence, your livelihood, and your reputation.
Don’t wait until an inspector, customer, or court tells you your training isn’t good enough.
Train your team the smart way.
All courses are just £12 per learner, per course (or £6 if you’re a Backbar HR app client)
Does your venue serve food?
If your pub serves food, it’s not just good practice to train your staff, it’s a legal requirement. The law says anyone who handles food must be trained in food hygiene that’s appropriate to their role. While the regulations don’t strictly demand a certificate, Environmental Health Officers will expect you to show proof of training and the easiest way to do that is through accredited courses.
· Level 2 Food Safety – the standard for kitchen staff, chefs, and anyone preparing or serving food.
· Level 3 Food Safety – for managers and supervisors overseeing food operations.
· HACCP – Training records should show that staff know how to apply the controls in your pub’s HACCP system (e.g. fridge temp logs, cleaning schedules, allergen controls).
Natasha’s Law & Allergens Awareness
All staff should also understand how to manage allergens, especially since Natasha’s Law, which makes clear communication around allergens essential.
For just £12 per learner, per course (or £6 if you’re a Backbar HR app client), your team can complete Food Safety (L2&3), Allergen awareness, HACCP awareness training to keep practices safe, protect your business from risk, and show Environmental Health Officers you’re meeting your legal duties.
With the right certificates in place, you can show due diligence, keep inspectors happy, and give customers confidence in the safety of your food.
Training for Every Corner of Your Pub
Pub managers – Gain peace of mind with oversight and compliance proof.
Bar and kitchen staff – Stay safe and compliant with food safety and allergen training.
New starters – Get up to speed quickly with inductions and refreshers.
Inexperienced staff – Learn the basics of age verification, licensing, and service.
Multi-site operators – Standardise training across every venue for consistency.
FAQ’s
Q: Are the courses accredited?
A: Yes, all courses are CPD-accredited and widely recognised by local authorities and licensing bodies.
Q: Can staff complete training on their phones?
A: Yes, courses are fully mobile-friendly and can be accessed on any device; desktop, tablet, or smartphone.
Q: What happens if a staff member fails the assessment?
A: No problem, assessments can be retaken as many times as needed until they pass, at no extra cost.
Q: Do we get proof of completion?
A: Yes, certificates are instantly downloadable and can be emailed directly to managers for records.
Q: Is the training relevant to pubs and hospitality?
A: Absolutely, every course is designed with hospitality in mind, covering real risks and scenarios your team faces day-to-day.
Q: Can I bulk purchase courses for my team?
A: Yes, you can buy multiple courses at once and allocate them to your staff as needed, making it simple to train a whole team quickly. Contact us for a group booking discount rate.
