Catering and Hospitality Students pictured with a guest chef in the kitchen at the College Green Centre.

Catering and Hospitality Courses for School Leavers

Catering and Hospitality Students pictured with a guest chef in the kitchen at the College Green Centre.

What Does a Catering and Hospitality Course Involve?

We have industry-standard facilities available in our training kitchens and restaurants at our College Green Centre and South Bristol Skills Academy (SBSA).

The College Green City Restaurant has a fully-equipped, industry standard bar area.

Our students regularly work with renowned chefs and employers such as Romy Gill MBE and Bristol Hotel, and compete in national competitions.

Our Catering and Hospitality courses can lead to a wide variety of jobs in this sector with a plethora of organisations.

Catering and Hospitality Careers and Progression

  • Barista
  • Chef de Partie
  • Commis Chef
  • Events Caterer
  • Head Chef
  • Head Waiter
  • Hotel Manager
  • Pastry Chef
  • Restaurant Manager
  • Sous Chef
Catering and Hospitality Students pictured in the kitchen at the College Green Centre.

Catering and Hospitality Courses for School Leavers

Level 3

Professional Cookery Level 3

College Green Centre

This one-year, Professional Cookery Level 3 Technical Diploma course is designed to help you further your cookery career. This course is a progression option for students who have completed the Level 2 Professional Cookery course…

Level 2

Culinary Skills Certificate Level 2

SBSA and Construction Centre

This is a one-year, vocational course that will give you an overview of: Working in the catering and hospitality industry Practical skills Food and drink service Employment skills and career progression

Level 2

Restaurant Front of House Level 2

College Green Centre

This stand-alone, one-year, full-time course will give you specialist food and beverage service skills and knowledge. It will prepare you for work success in a range of settings from restaurants and cafes to hotels.

Level 2

Professional Cookery Diploma Level 2

College Green Centre

When you complete this course, you could progress to the Level 3 Professional Cookery course to further develop your skills, expertise and career prospects. If you prefer to go directly into employment, you are most…

Level 1

Catering and Hospitality Level 1

SBSA and Construction Centre

The Level 1 Certificate in Catering and Hospitality course is suitable for people who want to learn the professional skills required in the hospitality and catering industry. You will be taught through theory-based lessons and…

Entry Level 3

Catering (Transition)) Entry Level 3

SBSA and Construction Centre

You will complete an Entry Level 3 BTEC Vocational Studies qualification and develop your employability skills. You will also learn English and Maths at the right level for you.

Interested in an Apprenticeship?

If you embark on an apprenticeship, you start working for an employer from day one, providing you with the opportunity to earn money and get ahead whilst fine-tuning your skill set. You’ll earn a wage whilst developing specialist skills.

Close-up of a plated bacon-wrapped dish with red sauce and micro herbs, held by a culinary student in a striped apron