Free Level 1 Hospitality and Catering Course in Bishop Auckland. Classes run at Bishop Auckland College, full-time during the day. You'll spend time in working kitchens and in the college's Ambition restaurant, learning to meet industry standards. The course runs for one year and covers the core skills employers look for in a hospitality and catering role. A level 1 hospitality and catering qualification gives you a solid foundation whether you're heading straight into work or moving on to further study.
Who this course is for
Bishop Auckland College has one of the largest catering departments in the North East. Training students to work to industry standards and applying their skills in our newly launched state of the art kitchens and Ambition restaurant.
Entry requirements
Minimum 3 GCSE's at grades 2 - 1 (E - F) or equivalent, or entry level qualification. Alternative qualifications and experience will be considered. Ideally you will already have had some experience in Catering.
What you will learn
You'll develop practical kitchen skills working to industry standards.
You'll gain experience in a live restaurant environment.
You'll learn food preparation and cooking techniques used in professional kitchens.
You'll understand how hospitality businesses operate day to day.
You'll practise customer-facing skills in a real service setting.
You'll build awareness of health, safety, and hygiene in catering environments.
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on practice in the college kitchens and Ambition restaurant. Classes are classroom-based and full-time during the day. Assessment is practical and work-based, reflecting the standards you'd be expected to meet in employment. You'll need to purchase a uniform for kitchen and restaurant work before you start; course textbooks are available at discounted rates from the college, and assistance with costs may be available.
What you will need to bring
You'll need to purchase a uniform for both kitchen and restaurant work before the course begins. Course textbooks are available at discounted rates from Bishop Auckland College, and financial assistance with these costs may be available. The college will confirm the full details before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Hospitality Team Member: serving customers in hotels, restaurants, or cafes.
Kitchen Assistant: supporting chefs in a professional kitchen.
Catering Assistant: preparing and serving food in canteens or event venues.
Restaurant Floor Staff: taking orders and delivering service in a dining setting.
Barista or Counter Staff: working in a café or coffee shop environment.
Hotel Food and Beverage Assistant: hospitality roles within hotel operations.
What you could study next
Level 2 Culinary Skills: the natural next step from this course, deepening your practical cooking skills for kitchen roles.
Level 2 Diploma in Hospitality and Catering: broadens your knowledge across the sector and strengthens your options for employment.
Level 3 qualifications in Hospitality Management: for those looking to move toward supervisory or management roles in the industry.
