Level 2 Food and Beverage Service Course in Altrincham. Classes run full-time during the day at Trafford & Stockport College Altrincham Campus. This two-year food and beverage service qualification covers the practical skills and knowledge needed to work in restaurants, hotels, and hospitality venues. You'll need a Level 1 Hospitality qualification and four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English and maths, to apply. The course is delivered by City and Guilds.
Who this course is for
Please contact the College for details as to who this course is aimed for
Entry requirements
Level 1 Hospitality 4 GCSES at grade 3 including Englishand math's
What you will learn
You'll develop skills in table service and food presentation.
You'll learn how to take customer orders accurately and professionally.
You'll practise serving beverages, including wines and soft drinks.
You'll understand food safety and hygiene standards in a service environment.
You'll learn how to handle customer complaints and deliver good service.
You'll build knowledge of menu content and how to advise customers on dishes.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions and practical activities. Assessment for the NVQ Diploma combines observation of your practical performance, written assignments, and knowledge tests. Your assessor will observe you carrying out service tasks and check that you meet the required standards throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Trafford & Stockport College Altrincham Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Waiter or waitress: serving food and drink in restaurants or hotels
Bar staff: preparing and serving drinks in licensed venues
Banqueting assistant: supporting events and formal dining service
Room service attendant: delivering food and beverage orders in hotels
Front of house team member: welcoming guests and managing the dining area
Catering assistant: supporting food service in contract catering settings
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Hospitality Supervision and Leadership: moves you into supervisory roles managing front-of-house teams.
Level 2 or Level 3 Food Safety in Catering Award: strengthens your hygiene credentials, valued by employers across hospitality.
Apprenticeship in Hospitality Management: combines work and study toward a management role in hotels or restaurants.
