Free Level 1 Hospitality and Catering Course in South Shields. Classes run full-time during the day at South Tyneside College. This hospitality and catering qualification covers the core skills and knowledge you need to work in hotels, restaurants, cafes, and catering operations. The course runs for one year. There are no specific entry requirements; the college will assess your starting point and plan your learning from there. You'll come away with a City and Guilds Level 1 Certificate in Introduction to the Hospitality Industry with certificate.
Who this course is for
Programme Title = SKILLSTC | Course Title = Skills Builder STC | Qualification Aim Reference = 60102998 | Qualification Aim Title = Certificate in Introduction to the Hospitality Industry | College Delivery Area = Foundation Studies - South Tyneside College (Note: 1 other start date(s) for this course exist. Please contact the college for further information.)
Entry requirements
No specific entry requirements - contact the College for further details.
What you will learn
You'll learn how the hospitality and catering industry is organised and how different businesses operate.
You'll develop customer service skills used in front-of-house roles.
You'll learn food safety and hygiene practices relevant to catering environments.
You'll explore different areas of hospitality, including food and beverage service and accommodation.
You'll build practical skills in preparing and serving food and drink.
You'll understand health and safety responsibilities in a hospitality workplace.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at South Tyneside College, combining taught lessons with practical activities. Assessment is through coursework, practical tasks, and observations carried out during your studies. There are no formal written exams at this level. Your progress is assessed on an ongoing basis throughout the year.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. South Tyneside College 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 chefs in food preparation and service.
Waiter or waitress: taking orders and serving food and drink.
Barista: preparing and serving hot drinks in a cafe or coffee shop.
Front-of-house assistant: welcoming guests and handling enquiries.
Catering assistant: supporting food service in schools, hospitals, or events.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Hospitality Service: the natural next step, covering food and beverage service, customer care, and bar skills in more depth.
Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering (Highfield or CIEH): a short qualification many hospitality employers ask for.
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Food and Beverage Service: a work-based qualification that counts toward a career in restaurant or hotel service.
