Lea how to talk about hygiene rules and safety procedures in English for working safely in restaurants.
EN: 🧼 In this lesson, you’ll lea how to speak about hygiene, health standards, and safety procedures used in restaurants.
ES: 🧼 En esta lección aprenderás cómo hablar sobre la higiene, normas de salud y procedimientos de seguridad en los restaurantes.
🎧 Audio explicativo
[Tablero] Grammar Focus: Would like / Can / Shall
- You must wash your hands. → Rule or obligation
- You have to wear gloves. → Requirement
- Don’t forget to clean the surface. → Reminder
Manager: Please remember to wash your hands every time you handle food.
Cook: Of course. I also sanitize the counter before starting.
Manager: Good. Are you wearing gloves while preparing raw meat?
Cook: Yes, and I change them after handling each type of food.
Manager: Perfect. Also, report any spills immediately to avoid accidents.
Cook: Got it. I already placed a wa ing sign near the sink.
Manager: Excellent. Safety is everyone’s responsibility.
Cook: I agree. It keeps us and our customers safe.
Manager: And don’t forget to tie your hair back properly.
Cook: Already done! Hygiene is my top priority.
🗣️ Useful Phrases
- Please sanitize the counter before use.
- Always wash your hands after handling food.
- Be careful, there’s a spill on the floor.
- Put up a wet floor sign to prevent accidents.
- Wear a hai et and gloves in the kitchen.
🗣️ Useful Vocabulary
| British English | American English | Explanation |
|---|---|---|
| wash your hands | wash your hands | To clean your hands with water and soap. |
| sanitize | sanitize | To disinfect or clean to remove germs. |
| gloves | gloves | Protective coverings for hands used in food prep. |
| spill | spill | Liquid that accidentally drops on the floor or surface. |
| wa ing sign | wa ing sign | A sign that alerts people to danger or caution. |
| accident | accident | An unplanned event that may cause injury. |
| hai et | hai et | Net used to cover hair for hygiene. |
| cleaning spray | cleaning spray | Liquid product used for disinfecting surfaces. |
| safety shoes | safety shoes | Footwear that protects your feet at work. |
| hygiene | hygiene | Practices that maintain health and cleanliness. |
EN: 🛡️ Great job! Now you can understand and follow basic hygiene and safety rules in English.
ES: 🛡️ ¡Buen trabajo! Ahora puedes entender y seguir normas básicas de higiene y seguridad en inglés.
🎯 Match the Phrases
| Phrase | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Wash your hands | a. Clean hands with soap |
| Use gloves | b. Wear protective hand covers |
| Report a spill | c. Inform about a liquid accident |
| Put a wa ing sign | d. Alert others to danger |
⚡ Quick Check Quiz
- Which is a hygiene rule?
- a) Don't wear gloves
- b) Always wash your hands
- c) Eat in the kitchen
- What helps prevent kitchen accidents?
- a) Wa ing signs
- b) Dirty floor
- c) Wet shoes
🌍 Cultural Tip
EN: In English-speaking workplaces, health inspections are strict. Staff must follow hygiene rules carefully and report safety issues immediately.
ES: En los lugares de trabajo angloparlantes, las inspecciones sanitarias son estrictas. El personal debe seguir las normas de higiene y reportar incidentes de seguridad de inmediato.
Health, Hygiene, and Safety Quiz
about wet floors?