Free Level 2 Hospitality and Catering Principles (Food and Beverage Service) Course in Sunderland. Classes run at Sportscape Training. Daytime sessions run over 5 days, making it manageable alongside other commitments. The course covers the skills and knowledge needed for food and beverage service roles in hospitality settings. There are no formal entry requirements, so you can start without previous qualifications in the sector. Residents of Sunderland are eligible to join.
Who this course is for
Residents of Sunderland
Entry requirements
Nor formal entry requirements
What you will learn
You'll understand the principles of food and beverage service in hospitality environments.
You'll learn how to set up and prepare a service area correctly.
You'll develop knowledge of menu types and food and drink options.
You'll understand how to serve customers professionally and safely.
You'll learn the importance of food hygiene and safety in service settings.
You'll understand licensing laws and responsible alcohol service.
You'll develop awareness of how to handle customer queries and complaints.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom at Sportscape Training over 5 days. You'll cover the subject through tutor-led sessions and practical activities. Assessment is based on the Highfield qualification requirements, which include knowledge-based questions and written tasks to confirm your understanding of food and beverage service principles.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Sportscape Training 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: taking orders and serving drinks in licensed premises
Banqueting assistant: supporting events and formal dining service
Café assistant: front-of-house service in cafés and coffee shops
Hotel food and beverage assistant: working across restaurant and room service
Catering assistant: supporting food service in large catering operations
What you could study next
Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering: a focused food hygiene qualification many hospitality employers ask for.
Level 3 Hospitality Supervisor Qualification: moves you toward supervisory and team-leader roles in restaurants, hotels, and catering.
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Food and Beverage Service: a practical, workplace-based qualification that builds on the principles covered here.
