Free Level 1 Hospitality and Catering Course in Taunton. Classes run at Taunton College, full-time during the day. This hospitality and catering qualification covers the core knowledge and skills you need to start working in the industry, from food and drink service to understanding how hospitality businesses operate. The course runs for 35 weeks. It's a solid foundation if you're taking your first steps toward a role as a hospitality team member. You'll earn a City and Guilds Level 1 hospitality and catering certificate on completion.
Who this course is for
UCS College Group offers a wide range of courses across its four colleges and also offsite.
Courses cover many areas and can be used for different purposes
such as furthering personal development and career opportunities.
They can also be for recreational purposes. For individual
course details please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected]
Entry requirements
Entry Requirements vary depending on the course, please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected] for details.
What you will learn
You'll explore how different types of hospitality businesses work, from hotels to restaurants.
You'll learn the basics of food and drink service.
You'll understand food safety and hygiene in a catering environment.
You'll develop customer service skills used in front-of-house roles.
You'll learn about teamwork and communication in a hospitality setting.
You'll gain an overview of the range of job roles available in the hospitality industry.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Taunton College. Assessment is through coursework and practical tasks that test your knowledge of the hospitality industry. You'll have an initial assessment before you start to make sure this is the right level for you. The centre will use it to plan your learning.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Taunton College 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.
Waiter or waitress. Serving food and drink in restaurants or cafes.
Catering assistant. Supporting kitchen teams in various settings.
Hotel receptionist. First point of contact for hotel guests.
Barista or cafe assistant. Preparing and serving hot drinks and food.
Kitchen porter. Essential support role in professional kitchens.
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Hospitality and Catering. Builds on this qualification and prepares you for a wider range of hospitality roles.
Level 2 Food and Beverage Service. Focuses specifically on front-of-house service skills.
Level 2 Professional Cookery. If you want to move into kitchen work and develop cooking skills professionally.
Functional Skills English or Maths at Level 1 or 2. Useful alongside any hospitality qualification if employers ask for these.
