Level 3 Hospitality

A level 2 Food and Beverage qualification or equivalent qualification. Alternatively, we will accept students with suitable industry experience. You will be required to study English and Maths GCSE if you do not have a Grade 4 or above.

This qualification is designed for those who already have experience in food and beverage service and want to enhance their technical skills and move into supervisory or management roles. Students will be able to develop their confidence in leading a team, supervising restaurant areas and running events while working in our AA Rosette colleges restaurant, 'Origins'. The programme offers training in advanced table service skills, wine service, cocktail making and barista skills. Throughout the course, participants will gain a deep understanding of food and beverage management principles, customer service excellence, and operational efficiency. Students will explore key topics such as menu planning, cost control, inventory management, staff supervision, and quality assurance. Students will develop the expertise to oversee and optimise all aspects of food and beverage operations, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable dining experience for customers. 

The units studied include:

• Team leadership and development

• Understanding business operations

• Types of hospitality

• Business and finance

• Supervising different types of food and beverage service

• Supervising the restaurant • Reception

• Beverage and cocktails

• Barista skills

• Legislation and regulation

• Gastronomy and dining

• Current trends

• Health and Safety 

Assessment is portfolio based with practical and written observations underpinning knowledge throughout the year. Evidence is gathered from students practical and theoretical classes. In practical sessions students will be required to critically assess their own service standards with continual feedback from the teacher. Peer assessment is also used to develop their classical serving skills and general practice. Every Level 3 student will be expected to develop skills in supervising and managing a small team. This is assessed through observation, peer teaching, and feedback from the teachers.

Progression in Supervision and Beverage Service Level 3 Advanced Diploma Our Level 3 course will equip students to progress onto employment, a higher education course, an apprenticeship, or trainee management roles. Careers can include working in restaurants, hotels, cabin crew, conference and banqueting, events coordinator, wedding planner, trainee assistant manager, back office administrator, receptionist, cruise liner, consultancy, hospitality on yachts, and at sporting and business events.

We work extensively to develop students' skills and knowledge by providing in-house and external competitions and workshops throughout the year. Our links with the catering industry will provide students with great job opportunities.

You can apply online via the APPLY button. You can also apply for a second, alternative programme of study such as A Levels via a separate application. If after reading this factsheet, you are still undecided about the course most suitable for you, please drop into one of our open evenings, ring the Admissions Department on 01743 653111, or email admissions@scg.ac.uk