Level 2 Food and Beverage Service Course in Broadstairs

CostFREE
Duration44 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Free Level 2 Food and Beverage Service Course in Broadstairs. Classes run at Broadstairs College, full-time during the day. You'll train across all areas of hotel and hospitality work, including bar service, food service, customer service, reception, and housekeeping. A standout feature is hands-on practice in The Yarrow, the college's own on-site hotel, alongside learning from professionals through a partnership with the Exclusive Butler School. The course runs for 44 weeks.

Who this course is for

Experience all aspects of working in hotels and the hospitality industry, in our very own award-winning on-site hotel, The Yarrow. This course is run in partnership with the Exclusive Butler School and is perfect for those who want to start a career in hospitality.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop skills in food and beverage service, including table service and bar work.
  • You'll learn how to deliver high-quality customer service in a hospitality setting.
  • You'll understand how to maintain a safe and hygienic working environment.
  • You'll practise reception and front-of-house duties.
  • You'll build effective teamwork skills across different hotel departments.
  • You'll gain experience in housekeeping and presentation standards.
  • You'll learn from industry professionals through the Exclusive Butler School partnership.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical training in The Yarrow, the college's on-site hotel. Trained assessors carry out assessments throughout the course, observing you in real service situations. This combination of taught sessions and hands-on practice means you're building skills in a working hospitality environment from the start.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Broadstairs College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Hospitality team member: serving food and drink in hotels or restaurants.
  • Bar staff: working in hotel bars or licensed venues.
  • Food service assistant: supporting service in cafes, restaurants, or canteens.
  • Front-of-house team member: welcoming and seating guests.
  • Hotel receptionist: handling check-in, check-out, and guest queries.
  • Housekeeping assistant: maintaining guest rooms and public areas.
  • Banqueting and events server: supporting functions and private dining.

What you could study next

A Level 3 qualification in Hospitality Supervision or Hospitality Management is the natural next step. It opens doors to supervisor and team leader roles, and can lead to Higher or Degree Apprenticeships in hospitality management. One student each year is also awarded a scholarship to the two-week Exclusive Butler School intensive programme, offering a route into premium hospitality careers.