Qualifications improve your chances; they do not gate the job. Level 3 is the most recognised.
Typical pay: £26,000 to £40,000Level 3 most recognisedOpen entry
Pay range: National Careers Service.
Your route in
You can start without qualifications - direct entry/volunteering; a qualification improves your chances
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Qualifications employers recognise (Level 3)
Any of these strengthens your application.
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Where this can take you
With experience, you could become a regional manager with a restaurant or hotel chain. You could also move into catering for large events or set up your own independent restaurant business.