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Age 16-18
FREE (If meet residency criteria and not enrolled at another educational institution).
If you are aged 16, 17 or 18 on 31 August in the year you begin your course, not enrolled at another educational institution and have been resident in the UK for the past 3 years, your course will be FREE. Some courses will have other costs associated, such as for materials and trips.
Age 19+
If you are aged 19 or older on 31 August in the year you begin your course, not enrolled at another educational institution and have been resident in the UK for the past 3 years, your course could be free dependant on the level of the course and your eligibility criteria. The rules regarding fee reduction are complicated, we would encourage you to contact our Advice, Support and Careers Team on 0191 375 4400 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Student Finance
If you are aged 19 or over and not eligible to get your course free, you could apply for an Advanced Learner Loan from the Student Loans Company to help towards the cost of some, or all, of your fees. If the amount of Advanced Learner Loan available to you is less than the Advanced Learner Loan Fee for your course, you would need to pay the difference. See our Funding Your Study page for more information or visit the Student Loans Company website to find out more.
If you are not a UK National you may have an International fee to pay, please see our International Student Payment Information page for more information.
Please note, these prices are for the current academic year and may be subject to change for our courses starting in future years.
Many of our students are eligible for financial support when studying at college, please see our Fees and funding page for more information.
Age 16-18
FREE (If meet residency criteria and not enrolled at another educational institution).
If you are aged 16, 17 or 18 on 31 August in the year you begin your course, not enrolled at another educational institution and have been resident in the UK for the past 3 years, your course will be FREE. Some courses will have other costs associated, such as for materials and trips.
Age 19+
If you are aged 19 or older on 31 August in the year you begin your course, not enrolled at another educational institution and have been resident in the UK for the past 3 years, your course could be free dependant on the level of the course and your eligibility criteria. The rules regarding fee reduction are complicated, we would encourage you to contact our Advice, Support and Careers Team on 0191 375 4400 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Student Finance
If you are aged 19 or over and not eligible to get your course free, you could apply for an Advanced Learner Loan from the Student Loans Company to help towards the cost of some, or all, of your fees. If the amount of Advanced Learner Loan available to you is less than the Advanced Learner Loan Fee for your course, you would need to pay the difference. See our Funding Your Study page for more information or visit the Student Loans Company website to find out more.
Prepare for a career in the fast-paced food and beverage industry.
You will gain an understanding of the principles of supervising food and beverage services, customer service performance, and food safety.
You may also develop food service skills, such as carving, filleting, cooking and serving dishes, as well as barista skills, and preparing and serving wine and cocktails.
Entry Criteria
You will hold four GCSEs at grade 4, including maths and English, a Level 2 Professional Food and Beverage or two or more years working in industry.
You will need to purchase a uniform which will cost in the region of £100. You may be entitled to a bursary which will cover these costs.
What are the next steps?
You will meet with a member of the course team. Please bring evidence of your relevant qualifications or contactable references and work history.
Study Aims
This food and beverage service supervision course will allow you to learn, develop and practice the skills needed to progress to further study or secure a job in the sector.
This practical qualification covers all aspects of food and beverage service supervision. You will gain an understanding of the role and expectations, and will develop the key practical skills and knowledge needed for the food, beverage and front of house industry.
Modules Studied
Mandatory units:
Principles of supervising food and beverage services
The principles of food safety supervision for catering
Principles of promoting food and beverage services and products
Principles of supervising customer service performance in hospitality, leisure, travel and tourism
Supervise food and beverage service
Legislation in food and beverage service
Optional units:
Barista skills
Carve, fillet, joint and serve food in a food service area
Prepare, cook and serve food in a food service area
Prepare and serve wines
Prepare and serve alcoholic and cold non-alcoholic beverages
Provide advice to customers on food and beverage matching
Supervise hospitality events
Prepare and serve cocktails
Times of Delivery
Monday - 9am - 4pm
Tuesday - 9am - 4pm
Wednesday - 9am - 4pm
Thursday - 9am - 4pm
Friday - 9am - 4pm
Evening hours may also be included to cover practical sessions in the training restaurant.
Any times indicated are based on current courses and may be subject to change in future years. Full timetables will be confirmed at the start of each course.
Teaching and Assessment
You will complete short answer exam papers, observational assessments and written assessments.
Industry Links
We have strong links with:
Durham Marriott Royal County Hotel
Radisson Blu Hotel Durham
Hotel Indigo
Ramside Hall
Refuse Café
Durham County Council
Major International
Placement
You must complete a 45 day placement to gain an insight into the industry and real-life experience working in a restaurant environment.
You could progress to a Level 4 in Hospitality Management at New College Durham, or a relevant course at university.
Alternatively, you could secure a full-time role in the food and beverage industry.
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