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Hospitality and Catering

STUDYING HOSPITALITY AND CATERING AT WESTON COLLEGE 

The Hospitality and Catering industry flourishes in the South West region, with a whole host of venues to choose from. If you have a passion for creating great food and delivering high-quality customer service, our courses will feed that passion and provide you with the skills and experience to take you wherever you want to go!

You will train in our modern, stylish, commercial training kitchens and public restaurant, which will give you real-life experience of working in this exciting and fast-paced industry.

Our experienced lecturers will share their wealth of knowledge to develop your skills and support you through your studies and work experience.

Hospitality and catering is a fast-paced and exciting - take your first step with us into your journey towards becoming a chef or a head waiter/waitress at a top restaurant, or even opening your own catering business or restaurant. Through our industry links, no matter which pathway you choose you’ll have access to some great industry experts and guest sessions.

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We've bundled the best education in the area with career boosted benefits - and are leveraging our contacts as one of the largest Colleges in the country to give you the best possible chance of success.

Through our industry links, no matter which pathway you choose you’ll have access to some great industry experts and guest sessions.

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Level 1

Professional Cookery Certificate and Barista, Award

1 Year
Sep 2023
KNIGHTSTONE CAMPUS
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If you have a passion for food and cooking, this certificate is perfect for gaining introductory skills and knowledge on the industry, while also considering future roles of employment. The industry is highly demanding and can be stressful, but the result is rewarding. As a Weston College student you will become part of our exciting new Caree...

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Level 2

Commis Chef, Apprenticeship

2 Months
Aug 2023
KNIGHTSTONE CAMPUS
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Earn while you learn, and become a commis chef, with this apprenticeship. Our apprenticeships are open to anyone over the age of 16. Commis chefs work in many organisations, including restaurants, hotels, hospitals or cruise ships. Their role is to support the other chefs by preparing, cooking and finishing food items, while working as part o...

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Level 2

Hospitality Team Member, Apprenticeship

2 Months
Aug 2023
KNIGHTSTONE CAMPUS
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Earn while you learn, with a Hospitality Team Member apprenticeship. This is open to anyone over the age of 16. A hospitality team member can work in a range of establishments, for example bars, restaurants, cafés, hotels, etc. In a range of areas, including barista, food preparation, housekeeping and concierge. The role is very varied and a...

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Level 2

Hospitality Team Member, Apprenticeship

2 Months
Aug 2023
KNIGHTSTONE CAMPUS
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Earn while you learn, with a Hospitality Team Member apprenticeship. This is open to anyone over the age of 16. A hospitality team member can work in a range of establishments, for example bars, restaurants, cafés, hotels, etc. In a range of areas, including barista, food preparation, housekeeping and concierge. The role is very varied and a...

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Level 2

Production Chef, Apprenticeship

2 Months
Aug 2023
KNIGHTSTONE CAMPUS
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Start your journey into become a production chef, with this apprenticeship which will give you the opportunity to earn while you learn. Our apprenticeships are open to anyone over the age of 16. This apprenticeship will allow you to develop skills in cooking under challenging kitchen environments, as production chefs often work in stressful c...

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Level 2

Production Chef, Apprenticeship

2 Months
Aug 2023
KNIGHTSTONE CAMPUS
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Start your journey into become a production chef, with this apprenticeship which will give you the opportunity to earn while you learn. Our apprenticeships are open to anyone over the age of 16. This apprenticeship will allow you to develop skills in cooking under challenging kitchen environments, as production chefs often work in stressful c...

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Level 2

Professional Chef, Technical Progression Programme

1 Year
Sep 2023
KNIGHTSTONE CAMPUS
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This T Level Transition programme is perfect for developing cookery knowledge by increasing your technical skills and ensuring you’re ready for the progression onto the full T Level programme and achieve your highest grades. You will gain solid experience of working in the hospitality and catering industry. This course is part of our Career...

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Level 3

Professional Chef, T Level

1 Year
Sep 2023
KNIGHTSTONE CAMPUS
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This vocational course will assist you in developing your skills to professional standards in Hospitality and Catering and getting you career ready by providing you with placements for work. The core knowledge and understanding delivered within this qualification will support you to transition into employment with the skills, confidence and ...

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Level 3

Professional Cookery, Advanced Diploma

1 Year
Sep 2023
KNIGHTSTONE CAMPUS
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This Level 3 Professional Cookery programme will further assist you in developing skills that will be carried with you during your career at the top of the catering industry. You will be cooking complex dishes in demanding and fast paced kitchens, to help you perform your best even when under pressure. Teamwork and effective communication skil...

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THE FACILITIES

All of the hospitality and catering courses are based in the Grove, our kitchen and restaurant at the Knightstone Campus, which includes:

  • State-of-the-art training kitchen, giving you a real industry experience
  • Commercial cafe and restaurant, serving hot and cold drinks, breakfast, lunch and three-course dinners to staff, students and the public - ensuring you get real-life front of house experience
  • The opportunity to take part in monthly masterclasses which are opportunities to meet and learn from Michelin star chefs, artisans including bakers, butchers and fishmongers, plus trips to growers where you can learn from some of the South West’s most exciting food producers.
Liberation

Dan Flannagan

Liberation Group (Butcombe)

"Weston College has a superb set up and our partnership will provide a huge benefit for us as a business to develop future talent....

But also for learners to gain vital experience and develop the skills needed for industry."   

Why study Hospitality and Catering with Weston College?

Across the UK the hospitality sector is growing. The demand for skilled hospitality and catering professionals is high, and a qualification in this subject area could lead you to a successful career in the industry. 

The jobs available are very diverse. You could find yourself working in a commercial kitchen, a restaurant, a hotel, at an event venue, or one of the many thousands of other roles within the sector. 

You'll have clear progression opportunities. The hospitality and catering industry has plenty of progression opportunities. You can start at Level 1 and work your way up, opening up more opportunities and accessing the highest-paid jobs. 

Our courses are different. Through our industry links, no matter which pathway you choose you'll have access to some great industry experts and guest sessions.

Why Become a Chef?

Find out more about training programme nurturing the catering and hospitality professionals of the future.

Meet our team

Sandra Bull

Director of Faculty Service Sectors

Debbie Palmer

Chef Lecturer

Pete Goodship

Curriculum Co-ordinator

Grant Spencer

Chef Lecturer

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MEET THE TEAM

Peter Goodship
Peter
Twenty-two years ago, I enrolled onto a professional cookery course at college, and I haven't looked back since. Throughout my career, one thing has always been apparent - I had a passion for training new team members. Therefore, I am where I am today!
Training Co-ordinator - Hospitality and Catering
Jonny
Jonny
My passion for cooking, experimenting with different foods, flavours and of course, discovering new places to eat continues to grow.  I hope to enthuse the chefs of tomorrow to feel the same as I do, and to do their best.
Lecturer in Hospitality and Catering

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