Free Level 1 Hospitality Course in Halifax

CostFREE
Duration468 hours
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Free Level 1 Hospitality Course in Halifax. Classes run at Francis St Calderdale College, full-time during the day. This free hospitality course runs for 468 hours and covers the core knowledge and skills you need to start working in the hospitality industry. You'll explore how hospitality businesses operate, the standards expected of staff, and the practical skills that employers look for. A level 1 hospitality qualification is a solid first step toward roles such as Hospitality Team Member.

Who this course is for

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What you will learn

  • You'll learn how the hospitality industry is structured and how different businesses operate.
  • You'll develop an understanding of customer service standards in hospitality settings.
  • You'll explore food and beverage service principles used in cafes, restaurants, and hotels.
  • You'll learn about health, safety, and hygiene requirements in hospitality workplaces.
  • You'll develop communication skills relevant to working with customers and colleagues.
  • You'll gain an introduction to the range of job roles available across the hospitality sector.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Francis St Calderdale College. Assessment is through coursework, practical tasks, and short written or knowledge-based activities. Your progress will be reviewed throughout the course to make sure you're meeting the requirements of the City and Guilds Award.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Francis St Calderdale College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Hospitality Team Member: serving customers in cafes, restaurants, or hotels
  • Waiting Staff: taking orders and delivering food and drink
  • Bar Staff: preparing and serving drinks in pubs or bars
  • Front of House Assistant: welcoming and seating guests
  • Catering Assistant: supporting food preparation and service
  • Hotel Receptionist: first point of contact for hotel guests

What you could study next

After completing this level 1 hospitality qualification, you could move on to a Level 2 Diploma in Hospitality Services, which goes deeper into food and beverage, customer service, and front-of-house skills. From there, a Level 3 Diploma in Hospitality Supervision and Leadership opens doors to supervisory and team leader roles. You could also look at apprenticeships in hospitality, which combine paid work with further training.

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