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Course Summary
The Level 2 Diploma or Certificate Food and Beverage Service is for candidates who wish to work in the hospitality industry and already have knowledge of the basic principles of restaurant or bar work, or who can demonstrate commitment and enthusiasm to work and study in order to supplement their existing knowledge. Candidates will be required to display both practical skills and the associated knowledge in order to complete the assessments. The qualification covers both food safety and safety at work, menu knowledge and design, customer service and handling payments and food and beverage service and product knowledge.Course duration
The qualification is gained through achieving units and candidates are encouraged to work at their own pace following individual programmes of learning. The length of time taken to complete will depend upon many factors but we expect most candidates to need between 12 and 18 months.
Assessment
Open distance learning and work based assessment. Your College Assessor will visit the workplace which must comply with working in a safe environment.
Assessments will take place to assess competence and underpinning knowledge.
On line support is available through a virtual learning environment.
Learning takes the form of a mixture of observations in the workplace, written and oral questioning.
Accreditation of prior learning is also considered, but this can be time bound.
Entry requirements
Suitable learners of all ages are invited to join anytime of the year. It is essential you are currently employed in this area of learning and fully supported by your employer.
All applicants will undertake a thorough training needs analysis to ensure that the correct course and levels are chosen.
Career options
This qualification is part of a framework.
Once completed learner can progress to the following qualifications as long as their job role is suitable.
• City and Guilds Level 2 Diploma or certificate in Hospitality Services
• BIIAB Level 2 Diploma or certificate in Licensed Hospitality Operations
• Level 3 Diploma in Hospitality and Supervision
Kelsterton Road,
Connah's Quay,
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CH5 4BR
