Food and Drink Service Counter NVQ Level 1

Is this course for me?
This course suits those with learning difficulties who want to
know more about work in the hospitality and catering industry.
Students are fully supported to achieve their best potential, and
can study additional hours depending on individual schedules and
needs.
What will I study?
This course explores catering and hospitality and offers
students extra help to improve basic skills. We provide additional
support in terms of staff, computer aids and visual learning.
Students study for the Basic Food Hygiene Certificate, and can gain
units towards an NVQ in Food Service. The hospitality school has
CoVE status (Centre of Vocational Excellence) and has won two
prestigious national awards: Hospitality Assured and a Beacon
Award.
Subjects:

• Dealing with customers
• Operate a payment point
• Safety and hygiene
• Serve food and drink
• Set up and clear a restaurant
• Working as a team

What can I do next?
This can lead to Preparing and Serving Food NVQ Level 1 and
employment opportunities with kitchen portering, counter service
and general food and drink service.
This can lead to employment in:

• Kitchen portering
• Counter service
• General food and drink service

What are the entry requirements?
You will need to come to the College for an interview and short
test. You also need to have a reasonable understanding of Maths and
English.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment is by a portfolio of evidence, practical observation
and an oral test. Students meet regularly with tutors to help plan
studies and discuss progress.
What will it cost?
If you are under 19 and a home student, in most circumstances,
you don't pay any fees. However, you will need to find this out
when you apply.
Course fee:
£1350Exam fee:
£90
Please note: For courses of more than one year, the fees
stated apply to the first year of the 2009/2010 academic year
only.