Free Level 1 Introduction to Professional Food and Beverage Service Skills in Leeds. Classes run at Leeds City College Printworks Campus, full-time during the day. You'll need a GCSE in English and Maths at grade 2 to apply. This introduction to professional food and beverage service skills course covers the core skills used in restaurants, hotels, and catering environments. The course runs for one year. It's a solid starting point if you want to move into a customer-facing hospitality role or go on to higher-level study.
Who this course is for
This course is ideal for 16 or 17 year olds with little or no previous experience who are interested in pursuing a career in the hospitality industry. It is also suitable for anyone looking to build confidence in a customer-facing role or gain a solid foundation before progressing to higher-level qualifications.
Entry requirements
Applicants will need a GCSE in English and Maths at grade 2. You will also need to show a desire to have a future in the hospitality industry.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to set up and prepare a food and beverage service area.
You'll develop skills in taking and processing customer orders.
You'll practise serving food and drinks to professional standards.
You'll understand how to maintain hygiene and safety in a hospitality setting.
You'll learn how to communicate clearly with customers and colleagues.
You'll explore the different types of food and beverage service styles used in the industry.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Leeds City College Printworks Campus. Assessment is practical and knowledge-based, covering the skills and understanding required by the City and Guilds specification. You'll be assessed through a combination of practical tasks and written or oral questions throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Leeds City College Printworks Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Waiter or waitress - serving food and drinks in restaurants or hotels
Bar staff - preparing and serving drinks in licensed venues
Catering assistant - supporting food service in canteens or event catering
Front-of-house team member - greeting and seating customers in hospitality venues
Banqueting assistant - serving at events, conferences, and functions
Hotel food and beverage assistant - working across restaurant and room service
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Food and Beverage Service - the next step up, covering more advanced service skills and preparing you for supervisory roles.
Level 2 Diploma in Hospitality Services - a broader hospitality qualification if you want to work across different areas of the industry.
Hospitality apprenticeship - combine work and study to earn while you build experience in a real hospitality setting.
