Diploma in Food & Beverage Service
Introduction
The hospitality industry relies on its Food and Beverage Services to provide excellent customer experience. These qualifications aim to develop and demonstrate the necessary knowledge and skills required to secure an entry-level job in the food and beverage service. They are also helpful for those wishing to progress to supervisory or managerial roles. These qualifications are suitable for anyone involved in food and beverage service, from newcomers to those transitioning to leadership positions.
What Is Involved in Studying This Course?
Studying for the Food and Beverage Service qualifications involves learning in a group environment with your training provider. You may also be able to complete parts of the qualification while on the job, in addition to training provided in the workplace. Your knowledge and practical skills will be assessed in order to demonstrate what you have learned throughout the course.
What Careers Can This Lead To?
Achieving a Food and Beverage Service qualification can help you work and progress in a wide range of roles including:
- Barista, Bartender, Waiter·
- Catering/Restaurant manager
- Chef
- Sommelier/Wine waiter
- Waiter/Waitress
This qualification can also help you if you’re interested in running your own business in the hospitality and catering area. If you’d like to advance into a management role, you may wish to progress onto an additional qualification:
Which level is right for me?
Level1
You are interested in working in front of the house in a restaurant. You want to build the skills and knowledge you need to deliver a high level of service in a variety of environments.
Level 2
This level is suitable for you if you have already achieved the level 1 qualification and wish to progress, you are currently in employment and wish to further your knowledge and education. You are working in the food and beverage service industry and have some relevant knowledge and skills, usually from a role where you’ve been supervised.
Level 3
This level is suitable for those who wish to specialize in areas of food service, offering an opportunity to achieve the certificate and/or the diploma. You are working in the food and beverage service industry and have a great deal of technical skills and knowledge. You work with minimum supervision and have a good record of safety, fault correction, and ensuring work meets the required standard. You are looking to take on more responsibility and move into a supervisory or management role.
Level 4
You are interested in working in front of the house in a restaurant. You want to build the skills and knowledge you need to deliver a high level of service in a variety of environments.