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Free Level 1 Hospitality and Catering Course in Leicester – Workpays Leicester

CostFREE
Duration204 hours
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyGateway Qualifications awarding body

About this course

Free Level 1 Hospitality and Catering Course in Leicester. Classes run at Workpays Leicester, with daytime attendance and flexible study. You'll build knowledge of hospitality and catering roles, the tasks involved, and how to work effectively in this environment. The course runs for 204 hours. You'll need a working level of English and maths, though no formal qualifications are required. An initial assessment will confirm the course is the right fit and help plan your learning.

Who this course is for

This course is designed for people looking to work in a hospitality and catering role. It will give you knowledge and understanding required to work in hospitality and catering as well as exploring the types of jobs and tasks included within the role and how to work effectively within this environment.

Entry requirements

A desire to work within the hospitality and catering industry. A good level for English and maths at Level 1 is also required but you no not need to hold a formal qualification.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn about the different roles and job types in hospitality and catering.
  • You'll understand what employers expect from staff in hospitality and catering workplaces.
  • You'll explore how to work safely and hygienically in a catering environment.
  • You'll develop knowledge of food preparation and service tasks.
  • You'll learn how to communicate and work effectively as part of a team.
  • You'll understand the standards and practices used across the hospitality industry.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at Workpays Leicester, with flexible daytime attendance. Learning is delivered through tutor-led sessions covering the knowledge and skills needed for hospitality and catering work. Assessment is based on the units covered during the course, testing your understanding of roles, tasks, and workplace practices.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Workpays Leicester will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Catering assistant: supporting food preparation and service in kitchens
  • Kitchen porter: maintaining cleanliness and supporting kitchen operations
  • Front of house staff: welcoming guests and taking orders in restaurants
  • Hotel receptionist: handling bookings and guest queries at front desk
  • Barista or café assistant: preparing drinks and serving customers
  • Food and beverage assistant: serving food and drinks in hospitality venues

What you could study next

A Level 1 hospitality and catering qualification opens the door to further study. You could move on to a Level 2 Certificate or Diploma in Hospitality and Catering, which covers more advanced skills and is recognised by more employers. From there, a Level 3 qualification in Hospitality Supervision or Professional Cookery could support a move into supervisory or specialist roles.

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