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Entry Level Hospitality and Catering Course in Lambeth – Lambeth College Brixton Centre

CostFree if you're eligible
Duration18 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyGateway Qualifications awarding body

Free or reduced fees may be available, depending on your circumstances. Fees apply if you're not eligible. Contact South Bank Colleges for more info.

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About this course

Entry Level Hospitality and Catering Course in Lambeth. Classes run at Lambeth College Brixton Centre, part-time during the day. Fees may vary depending on your circumstances, so it's worth contacting the college to find out what applies to you.

The course covers the basics of working in a kitchen or hospitality setting. You'll learn food hygiene, safe food handling, and how to prepare and serve food. It runs over 18 weeks and suits anyone fitting study around other commitments. You'll have an initial assessment to make sure the level is right for you.

You'll finish with a Gateway Qualifications Award in Hospitality and Catering at Entry Level 3.

Who this course is for

Visit our website at https://www.southbankcolleges.ac.uk, or give us a call on 020 7501 5000 for more information about E3 Award in Hospitality and Catering (Gateway). You can also visit us at our Clapham Centre: 45 Clapham Common South Side, London, SW4 9BL to speak to a course advisor, but it is best to book an appointment in advance. If you would like to enquire specifically about this course please quote the course reference number which is D2CAT-E3AW-D-A1/1. We hope to see you at Lambeth College in the near future :)

Entry requirements

Visit our website at https://www.southbankcolleges.ac.uk, or give us a call on 020 7501 5000 for more information about E3 Award in Hospitality and Catering (Gateway). You can also visit us at our Clapham Centre: 45 Clapham Common South Side, London, SW4 9BL to speak to a course advisor, but it is best to book an appointment in advance. If you would like to enquire specifically about this course please quote the course reference number which is D2CAT-E3AW-D-A1/1. We hope to see you at Lambeth...

What you will learn

  • You'll learn the basics of food hygiene and safe food handling.
  • You'll practise preparing and serving food in a catering context.
  • You'll understand how a professional kitchen or hospitality environment operates.
  • You'll develop skills in customer service within a hospitality setting.
  • You'll learn how to follow health and safety procedures in a catering workplace.
  • You'll build awareness of portion control, presentation, and basic cooking techniques.

How you will learn

Classes are delivered face-to-face at the centre. You'll learn through practical tasks, demonstrations, and classroom activities. Assessment is likely to include practical observations and short written or portfolio tasks that show what you've learned. Your tutor will guide you through each unit at a manageable pace.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Lambeth College Brixton Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Kitchen assistant, supports food preparation in a professional kitchen.
  • Catering assistant, helps serve and prepare food in schools, hospitals, or cafes.
  • Hospitality team member, works front-of-house in cafes, hotels, or restaurants.
  • Canteen assistant, serves meals in workplace or institutional catering settings.
  • Food service assistant, prepares and delivers food in a range of catering venues.

What you could study next

  • Level 1 Award or Certificate in Hospitality and Catering, the natural next step to build on Entry Level 3 skills.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Hospitality and Catering, a fuller qualification that opens more roles in professional kitchens and front-of-house work.
  • Level 2 Food Safety Award, a short compliance qualification valued by catering employers.
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