Free Level 1 Food and Beverage Service Course in Exeter – Exeter College

CostFREE
Duration155 hours
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Free Level 1 Food and Beverage Service Course in Exeter. Classes run at Exeter College, full-time during the day. This free food and beverage service course covers the practical skills you need to work in hospitality settings. The course runs for 155 hours. You'll learn how to serve customers, handle food and drink safely, and work as part of a team. This level 1 food and beverage service qualification is awarded by City and Guilds.

Who this course is for

For details about NVQ CERTIFICATE IN FOOD AND BEVERAGE SERVICE - LEVEL 1 (LINK H1TCAFP0/6/B), please see the College Website (Courses can be found under the 16-18 / Adults / University tabs or use the search box at the top of the screen or use the screen). Alternatively please call to speak to a college advisor.

Entry requirements

See website for futher details

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to serve food and beverages to customers.
  • You'll develop safe food handling and hygiene practices.
  • You'll practise setting up and clearing service areas.
  • You'll learn how to communicate with customers in a hospitality setting.
  • You'll understand how to work safely in a food and beverage environment.
  • You'll develop teamwork skills for front-of-house roles.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Exeter College. Assessment is practical and knowledge-based, in line with the City and Guilds NVQ Certificate requirements. You'll be observed carrying out tasks and may complete written or oral assessments to show your understanding. Your assessor will work with you throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Exeter College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Waiter or waitress. Serving food and drink in restaurants or cafes.
  • Bar staff. Taking orders and serving drinks in pubs or hotels.
  • Catering assistant. Supporting food service in canteens or event venues.
  • Front-of-house team member. Greeting and serving customers in hospitality.
  • Banqueting server. Serving at events, functions, and conferences.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Food and Beverage Service. The next step if you want to take on more responsibility in a hospitality role.
  • Level 2 Hospitality Team Member Apprenticeship. Combines on-the-job training with a recognised qualification.
  • Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering. Adds a food hygiene certificate that many hospitality employers ask for.

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