Apprenticeship in Hospitality and Catering Level 2

Course Description
The Apprenticeship framework is aimed at meeting the standards for Hospitality & Catering at Level 2. You will be supported by your employer to pursue a National Vocational Qualification and earn while you learn. The qualifications will enable you to demonstrate and confirm your competence and ability to do your job. It will also increase your knowledge and understanding of health & safety, team work and customer service.

What will I study?
• L2 NVQ Diploma in either Food & Beverage Service, Front of House, Housekeeping, Hospitality Services, Food Production and Cooking or Professional Cookery to include:
- Maintain safe, hygienic and secure working environment
- Work effectively as part of a hospitality team
- Give customers a positive impression of yourself and your organisation
- Maintain food safety

• L2 Award or Certificate in Hospitality & Catering Principles

• Employment rights & responsibilities

• Functional skills - English and Maths

What do I need to join?
You are required to have a reasonable standard of general education. Ideally you will have in Maths, English and Design/ Information Technology. You will also be required to be employed for a minimum of 30 hours a week in the relevant job role and industry.

How long is the course?

From 12-18 months.

How will I learn?
All learning will be undertaken in the work place, known as on-job training. A qualified assessor will meet with you
regularly. Some college attendance or off-job training will be required for the completion of technical certificate assessment and /
or exams.

How will I know how I am doing?
The assessor will liaise with you and your employer and involve you in the planning process to ensure that training needs are well planned and co-ordinated between you, your employer and the college.

Are there any extra costs?
If you are aged 16-18 there are no fees to pay. If you are aged 19 or over your employer may be asked to make a
contribution towards the cost of your award.

What can I do next?
You could progress onto Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Hospitality Supervision and Leadership, or Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Professional Cookery.

What are my career opportunities?
By increasing your experience and improving your skills, you will be in a strong position to further your career- perhaps extending your present role or moving into supervision and management.