The College of Tourism & Hotel Management (COTHM) Pakistan has strengthened its engagement with international hospitality and professional qualification bodies by hosting Richard Sprenger, Chairman of Highfield Group UK, for a specialised Gold Standard Training and Certification in Food Safety on November 12, 2026, at COTHM Cavalry Ground, Lahore.
The programme highlighted the growing importance of international collaboration in improving food safety education and bringing globally recognised professional standards to Pakistan’s hospitality and food service industries.
Richard Sprenger, an internationally recognised food safety expert and Chairman of Highfield Group, UK, shared his professional knowledge and industry experience with participants, focusing on the importance of maintaining consistent food safety practices across hospitality and food service operations.
The training provided an opportunity to explore internationally aligned approaches to food hygiene, safe food handling, operational standards and effective food safety management. Such professional development initiatives are particularly important as the hospitality industry increasingly operates within a global environment where food safety compliance, consumer confidence and quality assurance are essential to business success.
Highfield Group is recognised internationally for its professional qualifications, training and certification programmes across several industries, including hospitality, food safety and workplace development. Its engagement with COTHM reflects the value of connecting Pakistan’s vocational and professional education sector with international expertise.
For COTHM, hosting an international industry leader represents part of its broader commitment to developing globally competitive hospitality professionals. Through international partnerships, professional training and industry engagement, the institution continues to emphasise the importance of qualifications and practical competencies that meet evolving industry expectations.
Food safety remains a fundamental responsibility across hotels, restaurants, catering establishments, institutional kitchens and food production businesses. Strengthening professional understanding of international standards can help organisations improve operational practices, reduce food safety risks and build greater trust among consumers.
The initiative also highlights the role of international knowledge exchange in supporting Pakistan’s hospitality education landscape. As the country’s food service and hospitality sectors continue to develop, access to globally recognised training and professional expertise can contribute to a more qualified workforce.
Through its engagement with Highfield Group UK, COTHM continues to promote international cooperation and professional development, supporting a future in which Pakistan’s hospitality workforce can compete confidently within the global industry.
