Intermediate Level Apprenticeship (ILA) in Hospitality and Catering

The course is aimed at those who wish to pursue a career in the hospitality and catering industry, either as a chef, front office reception, food and beverage service, multi-skilled duties or kitchen services.

Subjects studied include:
- Health and safety in the workplace
- Food safety in catering
- Effective teamwork
- Customer service
- Preparing and cooking fish, meat, poultry and vegetables

End Qualification:

- Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Food and Beverage Service / Front of House / Hospitality Services / Kitchen Services / Food Production and Cooking
- Level 2 Award in Hospitality and Catering Principles (Food and Beverage Service / Front of House / Hospitality Services / Kitchen Services / Food Production and Cooking)
- Personal Learning and Thinking Skills (PLTS)
- Functional skills in English and maths at level 1
- Employment Rights and Responsibilities

Entry Requirements:

Interview required

You will be assessed for your potential to achieve the apprenticeship. The assessment will depend upon the level and range of activities you will be undertaking in the workplace.

You may need to undergo an initial assessment of your English and maths skills in which you are required to be working at or towards level 1.

To be a hospitality apprentice you have to be of a minimum age of 16, subject to funding and statutory variations. It is recommended that you are able to demonstrate excellent customer service and an interest in the hospitality and catering industry.

At the start of your apprenticeship programme you will need to be employed by a suitable and appropriate employer for at least 16 hours per week. You also need to have been a resident in the EU for at least 3 years.

Commitment and motivation are necessary to complete the course.

Assessment:

You will be assessed via portfolio and work based assessments. Underpinning knowledge exams and functional skills tests are held at the college (some attendance required).

Progression from this course:

Further progression to an advanced apprenticeship in hospitality (if applicable).

Locations:

Workplace - n/a

Duration:

12 Months

Start times:

Various times throughout the year.

How to Apply:

Please apply online using the apprenticeship application form

Course Costs:

There are currently no fees payable by young people on Apprenticeship programmes. Fees may be payable by the employer where the candidate is 19 or older. Details available on request.

Those studying for the professional cookery qualifications will be expected to wear chef whites and provide knives for kitchen use. Details can be obtained from the apprenticeship team.

Additional Information:

Call the apprenticeships team on 01553 815280 or e-mail apprenticeships@col-westanglia.ac.uk