Qualifications improve your chances; they do not gate the job. Level 2 is the most recognised.
Level 2 most recognisedOpen entry
Your route in
You can start without qualifications - direct entry/volunteering; a qualification improves your chances
1
Qualifications employers recognise (Level 2)
Any of these strengthens your application.
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Where this can take you
Open entry with on-the-job training; Catering & Hospitality L2 Foundation or Food and Beverage Team Member Level 2 apprenticeship aids progression.
- BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Hospitality L31 course
Courses for this career
See free Restaurant Team Member courses
Level 1
- BTEC First Extended Certificate in Hospitality (Level 1/2) L11 course
- Introduction to Food and Beverage Service (Level 1) L11 course
Level 3
- BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Hospitality L31 course