City & Guilds Level 1 Introductory Diploma in Hospitality and Catering

Summary: This course will help students gain the skills needed to work in the catering industry.








Course description: This programme is a good introduction to a career in hospitality and catering. You will find out about the kinds of jobs involved in the industry, develop practical skills and investigate the materials, ingredients and equipment used in the industry.
Units could include:

Basic food preparation and cooking

Food service

Kitchen equipment

Health, safety and hygiene

Customer care

Employment skills
A full and varied range of teaching methods are used. We will work with you to improve areas of personal skills, for instance managing money, leisure and health.
During the autumn term we would expect you to be in college for three days a week. This is supplemented during the spring and summer term by a college organised work placement, which is agreed with you. There are also local trips to catering industry establishments and, during the summer, we like to include a group educational day trip to a city such as Cambridge or London.
In addition to your main programme, you will study English and Maths. Depending on your grades on entry, you will study either Functional Skills or GCSEs English and Maths. Please check our English and Maths page for further information.









Entry requirements: There are no formal entry requirements, but you will need to show an interest in catering and the commitment, motivation and enthusiasm to succeed on the course. Students will also need to show they are keen to work hard, arrive on time and work well in a team. Applicants will be invited for an interview to ensure course suitability and to answer any questions.









Assessment: You will complete tasks that show that you have gained new skills, understand how to use small and large commercial equipment, serve customers and work safely and hygienically.









Academic progression: After successfully completing the course with a good attendance and disciplinary record, you could progress onto a variety of level 2 courses such as

Level 2 Hospitality Food, Beverage and Events

Level 2 Hospitality Hotel Reception and Events

Level 2 Introduction to Professional Cookery









Career progression: The Certificate is an industry recognised qualification and will support you in a job within the catering and hospitality sector or an apprenticeship.









Costs: If you are under 19 years old on the 31st August prior to the start of your course, your registration and tuition fees will be funded by the government.
In addition to this there will be costs for chef whites, knives and other equipment, approximately £95.65.
Financial support could be available depending on your circumstances.Please check our Finance pages for fee information and any financial help that may be available.