Level 1 Hospitality Industry Course in Plymouth – City College Plymouth – Full-time

Cost£100.00
Duration42 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start11 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Level 1 Introduction to the Hospitality Industry Course in Plymouth. Classes run at City College Plymouth, full-time during the day. This introduction to the hospitality industry qualification covers the core knowledge and skills you need to work in hotels, restaurants, cafes, and catering. The course runs for 42 weeks. You'll explore food and beverage service, customer care, and how hospitality businesses operate.

Who this course is for

https://www.cityplym.ac.uk/find-a-course/

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how the hospitality industry is structured and the types of businesses within it.
  • You'll learn the basics of customer service in a hospitality setting.
  • You'll understand food and drink service principles.
  • You'll cover health, safety, and hygiene requirements in hospitality workplaces.
  • You'll develop an awareness of teamwork and communication in a hospitality environment.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at City College Plymouth. Assessment is through assignments and practical tasks that test your knowledge of the hospitality industry. There are no formal written exams. Your tutor will guide you through each topic and assess your work as you progress through the course.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Hospitality team member: front-of-house roles in restaurants and hotels
  • Waiter or waitress: food and drink service in cafes and restaurants
  • Hotel receptionist: guest services and check-in at hotels
  • Barista or café assistant: coffee shop and café counter work
  • Kitchen assistant: food preparation support in catering kitchens
  • Events assistant: supporting hospitality at venues and events

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Hospitality Service: the natural next step, covering food and beverage service, reception, and housekeeping in more depth.
  • Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering: a short qualification many hospitality employers expect you to hold.
  • Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Food and Beverage Service: a work-based route that builds practical skills recognised by employers across the sector.