As spring arrives, many young people begin to plan for the upcoming summer, and for many, this also means making their first summer job application. Dreams of working at an ice cream kiosk, café, or restaurant may remain unfulfilled, however, if one doesn't already have a hygiene passport.
What is a hygiene passport and why is it needed?
A hygiene passport is an essential certificate in many food industry workplaces, such as kiosks or cafes. It assures employers that the summer employee understands the importance of hygiene and knows how to work safely with food. Although a hygiene passport may initially seem like unnecessary paperwork, it opens doors to various job opportunities - also considering future career paths!
Otso is studying business administration and currently works at a fast-food restaurant where a hygiene passport is an absolute requirement. "I also wanted to get a hygiene passport because it opens up many other job opportunities," he says. We interviewed Otso and asked him for tips for other young people who want to obtain a hygiene passport for future summer job applications:
How did you prepare for the hygiene passport test?
I prepared for the test by practicing on different websites and ordered myself a Trainify practice package along with registering on Hygieniapassi.fi. It was a big help because the free websites didn't have such good questions.
You succeeded in the test with a perfect score! What was your opinion of the hygiene passport test? Do you have any tips for others considering taking the test?
I did well in the hygiene passport test. My tip is to go to the test with confidence and not stress too much. Many questions can be answered using common sense.
Would you recommend Hygieniapassi.fi services to others?
I recommend those services. The service was fast, simple, and friendly. Payments were easy to make, and registration was a breeze. In the test room, the examiner went through things clearly and was generally in a good mood.
So, if your future summer job aspirations require owning a hygiene passport, don't hesitate to sign up for the test as soon as possible. It not only strengthens your employment opportunities but also teaches skills that can be useful throughout your life.