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Apprenticeships : Hospitality

Job roles in this industry range from chefs in small independent restaurants, managers in international hotels, bar and club managers, self-employed caterers, entertainment providers to event planners.

What will I study?

The hospitality industry has a vast range of exciting opportunities. You could be working for a small local restaurant as a kitchen assistant or customer facing food and drink role, perhaps working for a chain of exclusive hotels carrying out professional cookery or working front of house dealing directly with customers. Some Apprentices carry out all of these tasks with the same employer in a multi-skilled role. There are great opportunities locally and excellent progression routes to further your career.

How long does the course last?

Course duration is 14-18 months depending on level and age.

Course Content

Level 2 Food & Drink Service units include:

  • Maintain & Deal with Payments
  • Provide a Silver Service
  • Serve Alcoholic and Soft Drinks

Level 2 Food Processing & Cooking units include:

  • Cook & Finish basic Meat, Fish, Poultry & Vegetable Dishes
  • Prepare Cook & Finish Basic Sauces

Level 2 Multi-Skilled units include:

  • A combination of options from the above courses
  • Options also available for Front Office & Housekeeping

Level 2 Professional Cookery units include:

  • Maintain Food Safety when Storing, Preparing & Cooking Food
  • Prepare, Cook & Finish basic Meat, Fish, Poultry and Vegetable Dishes
  • Prepare Cook & Finish basic Hot & Cold Deserts

Level 3 Hospitality Supervision units include:

  • Maintain the Food & Drink Service
  • Monitor & Solve Customer Service Problems
  • Maintain the Reservations &Booking Service

Level 3 Professional Cookery or Patisserie units include:

  • Contribute to the Development & Introduction of New Recipes & Menus
  • Prepare, Cook & Finish Complex Fish, Meat & Poultry Dishes
  • Prepare, Cook & Finish Complex Hot Sauces

Additional Study

  • Technical Cert: demonstrates knowledge and understanding to support practical ability
  • Candidates will carry out food hygiene and safety
  • Functional Skills in Maths and English
  • Some Apprentices will complete Personal Learning and Thinking Skills (PLTS)

How will I be assessed?

An assessor will visit the workplace regularly to assess your competence and to help you build a portfolio of evidence. Apprentices are required to attend day release at college to complete the associated Technical Certificate in Hospitality and Catering Principles

Entry Requirements

  • Employment/Work Placement in industry – GCSE grade C in Mathematics and English is desirable

Career Progression

  • Higher Education
  • Management Training
  • Supervisory position within the industry