Free Entry Level Hospitality and Catering Course in Market Harborough
CostFREE
Duration60 hours
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Entry Level Hospitality and Catering Course in Market Harborough. Classes run at Workpays Market Harborough, with daytime sessions on a flexible schedule. This entry level hospitality and catering course covers the knowledge and understanding needed to work in hospitality and catering roles, including the types of jobs involved and how to work effectively in that environment. You'll have an initial assessment to make sure the course is the right level for you. The course takes around 60 hours to complete.
Who this course is for
This course is designed for people looking to work in a hospitality and catering role. It will give you knowledge and understanding required to work in hospitality and catering as well as exploring the types of jobs and tasks included within the role and how to work effectively within this environment.
Entry requirements
A desire to work within the hospitality and catering industry. A good level for English and maths is also required but you no not need to hold a formal qualification.
What you will learn
You'll explore the range of jobs and tasks found in hospitality and catering roles.
You'll learn what employers expect from people working in hospitality and catering environments.
You'll understand how to work effectively as part of a hospitality or catering team.
You'll gain knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices relevant to catering work.
You'll learn about customer service in a hospitality setting.
You'll understand the importance of health and safety in the workplace.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Workpays Market Harborough. Learning is delivered face to face, with flexible daytime attendance. Assessment is based on the knowledge and understanding you build during the course, covering the topics set out in the qualification. Your progress will be reviewed as you work through the course content.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Workpays Market Harborough will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Kitchen assistant: supporting food preparation and service in a kitchen
Catering assistant: helping with food and drink service in canteens or cafes
Front of house assistant: greeting customers and taking orders in restaurants
Barista or café assistant: preparing and serving drinks in a café setting
Hotel room attendant: maintaining guest rooms and public areas
School or hospital catering assistant: serving meals in institutional catering settings
What you could study next
Level 1 Award or Certificate in Hospitality and Catering: builds on this course with more detailed knowledge and practical skills.
Level 2 Certificate in Hospitality and Catering Principles: a stronger foundation for employment and a step toward supervisory roles.
Functional Skills English and Maths at Level 1 or Level 2: useful alongside hospitality training and recognised by employers as the GCSE equivalent.
