Entry Level Introduction to the Hospitality Industry Course in Nottingham. Classes run at Nottingham College City Hub. This full-time daytime course runs for one year and covers customer service, food and beverage preparation, menu development, and how the hospitality industry works. You'll train in industry-standard kitchens and build practical skills alongside classroom learning. The course suits those who want a focused, hands-on start in catering and hospitality. You'll need to complete an initial assessment before you start, which includes a skills test and a meeting with your tutor.
Who this course is for
This course is perfect if you enjoy preparing and cooking food and you'd like to explore a career in the catering industry.
Entry requirements
You'll need to complete an initial assessment before you start on the course which will involve you taking a skills test and meeting with the tutor.
What you will learn
You'll learn how the UK hospitality industry works and its role in the regional economy.
You'll develop customer communication skills for a commercial catering environment.
You'll practise food and beverage preparation and service techniques.
You'll explore menu development and food presentation ideas.
You'll build teamwork skills relevant to hospitality workplaces.
You'll gain experience delivering good customer service in a catering setting.
How you will learn
You'll learn through a mix of classroom sessions and hands-on practical work in industry-standard kitchens. Assessment is through assignments, practical tasks, tests, and coursework. Before the course starts, you'll complete an initial assessment that includes a skills test and a meeting with your tutor, so the course can be planned around your starting point.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Nottingham College City Hub will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Hospitality team member: serving customers in hotels, restaurants, or cafes.
Kitchen assistant: supporting food preparation in a catering kitchen.
Catering assistant: helping with food and drink service in various settings.
Front-of-house assistant: welcoming and seating guests in a restaurant.
Café assistant: preparing and serving food and drinks to customers.
What you could study next
Level 1 Certificate in Hospitality and Catering: the natural next step after this Entry Level 3 Certificate, covering broader hospitality skills.
Level 2 Diploma in Professional Cookery: if you want to specialise in kitchen and cooking roles.
Level 2 Certificate in Food and Beverage Service: if front-of-house and service work is your focus.
