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Overview

Taster Programme Hospitality & Catering

This short course is designed for young people who have an interest in the hospitality and catering industry. It is designed for potential students who are hoping to pursue a full-time NVQ Food Preparation and Cooking or  Food  and  Beverage Service programme in September.

The course is suitable for those without prior knowledge of catering and those who have had some catering work experience. Whilst undertaking this introductory programme, students will perform against a set of criteria.

Course Content

Topics Covered

  • Work in professional kitchens Prepare & cook a 3 course lunch
  • Serve in City View Restaurant
  • Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
  • Health & safety awareness
  • Professional knife skills
  • Making cocktails
  • Herbs & spices
  • 1:1 interviews & initial assessments
  • Prepare & serve an end of course buffet

Practicals

The taster programme has several practical elements during the programme – please refer to the topics covered section for
further information.

Exams

As part of the programme students take a L2 Food Safety in Catering Exam.

Requirements

A 1:1 interview with one of our Hospitality & Catering Lecturers, satisfactory references and/or school report and assessment of the candidates commitment to the course.

Careers

After participating in the taster programme you would need to complete NVQ 1 & 2 before commencing a career in the Hospitality & Catering industry.
Potential careers include:

  • Different types of Chef such as Head Chef, Chef de Partie, Commis Chef,  Chef de Pâtisserie or Dish Development Chef   
  • Restaurant Management
  • Hotel Management,  Concierge & Reception
  • Cruise Ships Careers
  • Armed Forces Contract Catering
  • Aviation Industry such as Flight Attendant and Ground Crew
  • Event & Function Management
  • Cocktail Mixology and Wine Cellar Management