The College of Tourism & Hotel Management (COTHM) Pakistan hosted Richard Sprenger, Chairman of Highfield Group UK, for a specialised Gold Standard Training in Food Safety, bringing international expertise and globally recognised food safety practices to Pakistan’s hospitality and culinary education sector.
The training programme reflected COTHM’s continued commitment to strengthening professional competencies and promoting international standards in food safety, hygiene and quality management. By bringing an internationally recognised industry expert to Pakistan, the initiative provided an opportunity for hospitality professionals, educators and aspiring industry practitioners to gain valuable insights into modern food safety systems.
Richard Sprenger is widely recognised for his expertise in food safety, hygiene management and professional training. Through his leadership at Highfield Group, he has contributed to the development and promotion of internationally recognised qualifications and training standards across the food, hospitality and education sectors.
The programme focused on the importance of maintaining high standards of food safety throughout hospitality operations, from food preparation and handling to storage, hygiene management and risk prevention. Such professional training plays a vital role in helping food businesses establish safer working environments, improve operational practices and meet international compliance requirements.
Food safety has become an increasingly important priority for the global hospitality industry, particularly as hotels, restaurants, catering businesses and institutional kitchens face growing expectations regarding hygiene, quality assurance and consumer protection. Developing a skilled workforce with practical knowledge of food safety is therefore essential to building public confidence and strengthening the competitiveness of the hospitality sector.
COTHM’s engagement with Highfield Group UK represents an important step towards connecting Pakistan’s hospitality education system with international expertise and professional benchmarks. The collaboration also highlights the value of industry-led training in preparing students and professionals for the evolving demands of the global food and hospitality market.
Through initiatives of this nature, COTHM continues to emphasise the importance of internationally aligned education, practical learning and professional development. The institution aims to equip future hospitality professionals with the knowledge and competencies required to contribute to safer, more responsible and globally competitive food service operations.
The training further reinforces the importance of international partnerships in advancing food safety education and developing a professional workforce capable of meeting the standards of an increasingly interconnected hospitality industry.
