Entry Requirements:

For external applicants:
To access this course, you are required to:

• GCSE English at Grade E / 2 or above
• Demonstrate how you have previously had good attendance and punctuality and a good attitude to learning

For internal progression learners (already studying with us):
Learners must be able to demonstrate that they:

• Have successfully completed a relevant course that naturally progresses onto this programme, achieving a good standard
• Have improved their English and maths grades since enrolment
• Have maintained good attendance and punctuality
• Show a consistently positive attitude to learning

What will I learn?

During the course you will study the following modules:

• Customer service
• Serving food and beverages
• Healthy eating
• Using kitchen equipment
• Basic food preparation
• Food safety
• Planning for a career in the food industry
• Problem solving
• Effective communication
• Team work
• Time management

What skills will I gain?

By studying this course you will learn:

• Practical skills in the use of kitchen equipment and basic food preparation
• The correct way to serve a range of food and beverages to customers
• The importance of food hygiene, safety and quality
• Important customer service skills
• How to work as part of a team
• Employability skills needed for a career in the industry – eg. time management, team working and problem solving

How will I be assessed?

• This is an assignment-based course so there are no exams.
• You will be continually assessed throughout the course through observation of your practical skills, assignments and questions from your tutors.
• You will also be asked to produce a portfolio (achievement folder) of what you have learnt.

What can I do next?

The skills you will learn on this Level 1 course will enable you to progress to the following hospitality and catering courses:

• Level 2 Diploma in Professional Bakery
• Level 2 Professional Cookery