Hospitality & Catering

You are about to embark on a life changing experience where new skills and methods will be taught to you by the Hospitality and Catering team. We are here to guide and help you every step of the way and in what ever way we can. However, we can only do this with your full co-operation and commitment. Our philosophy regarding any development in life is quite simple.

‘The more you put in, the more you’ll get out’

It is imperative for you therefore, to give it your all and work hard with a positive attitude to attain your qualifications.

Full time courses:

Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Professional Cookery (Preparation and Cooking)

Entry requirements:

Ideally three GCSE's at Grade D or equivalent
You will be required to attend an interview

Up to 28 hours per week in college including Functional Skills and recreational and enrichment studies.

This provides a good basic grounding/foundation for careers in the hospitality industry.

Employment opportunities worldwide.

How do I get the qualification?

You will need to attend college 5 days per week and you will follow the NVQ Level 2 Hospitality and Catering qualification, which entails the
following:

completion of specific units, i.e. meat, fish, etc.
keeping a diary record of your practical work
attending practical and theory sessions
keeping photographic evidence of your work
field trips
work experience
all students will be continually assessed
enrichment opportunites
you will also be guided and set targets to achieve this qualification, with full tutorial support at all times

Subjects studied:

RSH Basic Food Hygiene Awareness Qualification
Health and Safety at Work
Food preparation and cooking (Trade Tests)
Restaurant service
Bar service
ABC Pastry course (second year)

Additional studies:

You will also have opportunity to study for:

Functional Skills:

Literacy
Numeracy
Information Technology
GCSE’s and AS Levels

Apprenticeship Option:
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Professional Cookery (Preparation and Cooking)

Three year day release course, term time only.
Employment with a registered establishment is compulsory.
Assistance and guidance will be given to students who do not have current employment at the time of application.

Entry Requirements

A good standard of education is required, preferably students will have three GCSE’s at grade D or equivalent. However, the most important criteria for acceptance is genuine enthusiasm, commitment and motivation. Students will be required to attend an interview.

Once you have found employment, contact the Apprenticeship Scheme at the College (Tel.01481 737501), who will explain the course enrolment process.

You will need to attend College one day per week and you will follow the NVQ Level Two Hospitality and Catering qualification, which entails the following:-

completion of specific units, i.e. meat, fish, etc.
keeping a record of your practical work both at College and at your place of work in a diary
attending practical and theory sessions
keeping photographic evidence of your work
field trips
work experience
all students will be continually assessed both at College and at your chosen place of work.
you will also be guided and set targets to achieve this qualifications, with full tutorial support at all times.

Subjects studied:

Basic Food Hygiene Awareness Qualiication
Health and safety
Food preparation and cooking
ABC Pastry Course*

* This vocational course of study is an option for those students who have fast-tracked the NVQ in 2 years. The ABC course will be carried out in their third year. Students in the past have completed this course on their day off.