Free Level 1 Hospitality and Catering Course in Sutton-in-Ashfield. Classes run at Inspire Learning, full-time during the day. This hospitality and catering qualification covers the core skills employers look for in hotels, restaurants, and catering settings. You'll also work on maths and English alongside the main course content, and take part in work experience to build practical, hands-on knowledge. The course runs over one year. It includes job-seeking activities to help you move toward a traineeship, internship, or apprenticeship.
Who this course is for
This is a City and Guilds NVQ Level 1 Certificate in Introduction to the Hospitality Industry for 16-19 year olds (or up to 24 with learning difficulty) which is delivered at myplace @ Westfield Folkhouse - Mansfield. The course also provides activities to improve young peoples' job seeking skills, and provides work experience that prepares learners to move on to a traineeship, internship or apprenticeship. Our students will also study maths and English. The student will also be able to apply for a bursary and to claim student travel.
Entry requirements
Level 1 or below
What you will learn
You'll learn the basics of working in hotels, restaurants, and catering environments.
You'll develop customer service skills used in hospitality roles.
You'll practise food safety and hygiene in a catering context.
You'll build job-seeking skills, including how to apply for work and prepare for interviews.
You'll gain work experience to prepare you for a traineeship, internship, or apprenticeship.
You'll study maths and English alongside your hospitality training.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Inspire Learning, full-time during the day. Practical activities and work experience are built into the course. Assessment is through the City and Guilds framework for this Level 1 Certificate, which includes evidence of skills and knowledge gathered throughout the year. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you, and the centre will use it to plan your learning.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Inspire Learning 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 a professional kitchen.
Catering assistant: food preparation and service in schools, hospitals, or events.
Front of house assistant: greeting guests and taking orders.
Barista or café assistant: drinks preparation and counter service.
Hotel receptionist: entry-level front desk and guest support roles.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Hospitality Service: the next step if you want to move into a skilled hospitality role or take on more responsibility.
Level 2 Food and Beverage Service: focuses on front-of-house skills in restaurants and hotels.
Hospitality apprenticeship: combine paid work with structured training toward a recognised qualification.
Functional Skills English and Maths Level 2: strengthens your application for further training or employment.
