Diploma in Hospitality Level 1

This course is appropriate for students interested in working as a junior chef or in a service role within the hospitality industry. Qualified skilled staff are more likely to gain employment and this qualification represents a solid grounding in the industry. It is a busy and practical course with real working experience in the restaurant and kitchens.

Whilst working towards this diploma students will be able to develop skills in many areas including:
- How to prepare and cook basic dishes
- Food safety
- Food and drink service
- Customer service skills
- Legislation
- How to work in a team (essential in any busy kitchen)

Functional skills (English, maths and IT) are also an important part of the course and the work produced for your course will offer you the greatest opportunity to develop these skills. For example, if you take part in a role play or discussion, you could be developing your communication skills which will improve your English. At least one functional skill will accompany your course at an appropriate level for you.
In addition to your main qualification and Functional skill you will also undertake a personal development qualification and a certificate in food and beverage service.
There is also the opportunity to improve your maths or English GCSE grade if you have achieved a grade D in either.

Find out more about our catering and hospitality courses here

End Qualification:

City and Guilds Level 1 Diploma in Introduction to Professional Cookery
City and Guilds Level 1 Certificate in Professional Food and Beverage Service

Entry Requirements:

Interview required

3 GCSE's grade E or above or entry qualifications at entry level 3. You will be required to successfully pass an interview showing enthusiasm and commitment towards this course. Individual cases outside of this criteria will be considered on their own merits.

Assessment:

Progress on the course is measured through a number of written assignments and short answer tests. Students will also have practical assessments. This qualification will be graded pass/merit/distinction

Progression from this course:

Successful level 1 diploma students may progress to the level 2 diploma on achievement of a merit grade.

Locations:

King's Lynn Campus - PE30 2QW

Duration:

1 Year

Start times:

September 2013

How to Apply:

Please apply online using the general college application form

Course Costs:

All students on full-time courses will need to pay a materials / resources fee. Details will be provided before enrolment. If you are under 19 on 31st August in the year you begin your programme, you will not have to pay tuition or registration fees for your course. For students aged 19 or over, there will be a tuition fee (depends on the course) for each year of the course as well as a registration fee (which includes exam fees). However, many students will be eligible for reduced fees and / or financial support towards the costs. Click here for detailed information. Please contact Student Services if you have further queries.

There is a start-up cost of approx £80 for the course, which will be used to provide specific items to help you achieve. There is also a requirement to wear uniform for practical classes. This uniform will be specified at interview and an order form provided. Uniform and knives will cost around £190. Students within our department will have a number of trips and visits including trade fairs which will be compulsory. These trips will be subsidised through the use of student tips, generated in the restaurant. Students will also have the opportunity to go on an overseas visit at an additional cost, this will not be compulsory.

Additional Information:

If you are aged 19 or over, you may be eligible to apply to the college's learner support fund for financial support with the costs associated with your studies. For more details, please click here or contact student services on 01553 815271 (King's Lynn campus) or 01945 582561 (Isle campus) or 01223 860701 (Cambridge campus)