Mode of study | Vocational Full-time |
Duration | 1 Year |
Campus | London Road Campus |
Start date | 2 September 2024 |
Course code | FLR2HSP (2425) |
Hospitality and catering is a growth area both at home and overseas. This programme aims to provide the practical and academic skills required to work in the industry. Possible career paths include Head Waiter/Waitress in a Rosette standard restaurant, Barista, trainee assistant manager, Ocean liners, armed forces or the first stepping stone to owing your own business. Successful completion of the course will enable you to progress to Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Supervision, leaderships and management.
No formal entry requirements required, however, working towards a grade 4 in English and Maths would be beneficial. The ability to work as part of a team and independently as well as being highly motivated is essential.
The course will develop your skills and knowledge for a career in the hospitality industry.
You’ll be guided by expert teachers in a live hospitality environment to give you a real understanding of this vibrant industry.
Hospitality offers a huge variety of roles and is a truly global industry that could take you anywhere.
The course includes the following units:
Assessment is portfolio-based where evidence is gathered from your practical and theoretical classes. In practical sessions, you will be required to critically assess your own service standards along with continual feedback from your tutor. Peer assessment is also used to develop your classical skills and your general practice.
Three practical assessments will be undertaken with written test papers and assignments to assess your product knowledge covering the bar, barista, menu knowledge and classical service skills.
A front of house uniform is required.
Employability skills form an important part of the course and you will be given the opportunity to work in Origins restaurant and at outside functions where hospitality is required. Your experience and development will be enhanced by guest speakers, master classes, trips and the opportunity to take part in visits and work placements abroad.
Upon the successful completion of this course, you will have the option to progress to the Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Supervision & Beverage Service. An alternative option would be to go to do an apprenticeship in hospitality. We can help you with this option, please go to www.scg. ac.uk/apprenticeships
We also work extensively to develop your skills and knowledge by providing in-house and external competitions and workshops throughout the year.
Our links with the catering industry will provide you with great job opportunities.
You can apply online via the APPLY NOW button. You can also apply for a second, alternative programme of study such as A Levels via a separate application. If after reading this factsheet, you are still undecided about the course most suitable for you, please drop in to one of our Open Evenings, ring Admissions on 01743 342346 or email admissions@scg.ac.uk