Level 1 Hospitality and Catering Course in Hackney. Classes run at New City College Hackney Campus, full-time during the day. The course runs for 44 weeks and covers the core knowledge and practical skills you need to work in hospitality and catering. You'll explore food preparation, customer service, and how hospitality businesses operate. This City and Guilds hospitality and catering qualification is a solid starting point for roles in kitchens, restaurants, hotels, and cafes.
Who this course is for
16 to 18
What you will learn
You'll learn the basics of food preparation and kitchen practice.
You'll develop customer service skills used in hospitality settings.
You'll explore how hotels, restaurants, and catering operations run.
You'll understand food safety and hygiene in a catering environment.
You'll practise working as part of a hospitality team.
You'll build knowledge of different hospitality and catering job roles.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical activities at New City College Hackney Campus. Assessment is through a mix of assignments, practical tasks, and observations. Your progress is assessed throughout the course rather than through a single final exam.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. New City College Hackney Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Hospitality Team Member. Front-of-house or back-of-house entry roles.
Kitchen Assistant. Supporting chefs in a professional kitchen.
Catering Assistant. Food preparation and service in catering settings.
Waiter or Waitress. Table service in restaurants, cafes, and hotels.
Hotel Room Attendant. Housekeeping and guest services in hotels.
Barista or Cafe Assistant. Coffee and counter service roles.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Hospitality Service. Builds on this qualification and prepares you for more senior front-of-house roles.
Level 2 Diploma in Professional Cookery. The next step if you want to focus on kitchen and chef work.
Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering. A short qualification many hospitality employers ask for.
