Level 2 Catering and Hospitality Foundation Apprenticeship

REQUIREMENTS

• Apprentices must normally be aged 16–21 at the start of the apprenticeship (exceptions apply in line with Department for Education funding rules). 
• Minimum duration of 8 months.  
• 'Off the job' training must be provided (187 hours).  
• Support from an employment mentor with regular progress reviews.  
• Apprentices must meet the required knowledge, skills, employability behaviours and English and Maths requirements in line with apprenticeship funding rules. 

CONTENT

• Develop the practical skills required to work within a range of catering and hospitality environments, including hotels, restaurants, cafés, schools, hospitals and leisure venues.
• Prepare and serve food and beverages to business standards while working effectively as part of a team.
• Use knives, kitchen equipment and technology safely and efficiently.
• Understand food preparation techniques, ingredient quality, stock rotation and reducing food waste.
• Deliver excellent customer service and tailor communication to meet individual customer needs.
• Handle customer enquiries, feedback and complaints professionally.
• Apply food safety, allergen awareness, hygiene, health and safety, equality, diversity and inclusion requirements.
• Develop professional behaviours including teamwork, communication, time management, adaptability and personal responsibility in the workplace.

ASSESSMENT METHODS

• Workplace and tutor progress reviews.
• Knowledge tests set by the Assessment Organisation.
• Practical assessments which may include:
  • Workplace observation.
  • Practical tasks or simulated activities.
  • Portfolio of evidence.
  • Projects or presentations (where appropriate).
• Ongoing demonstration of employability skills and behaviours throughout the programme.

APPRENTICESHIP ASSESSMENT

• Assessment takes place throughout the apprenticeship and will normally include:

  • Knowledge Test.
  • Practical Assessment demonstrating the application of catering and hospitality knowledge and skills.
  • Confirmation from the employer that employability skills and behaviours have been consistently demonstrated throughout the programme before completion.

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