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Food and Beverage Service L2

National Certificate in Hospitality (Food and Beverage Service) - (Level 2)

This qualification recognises people who have the competence, knowledge and skills required to work in a food and beverage service role under close supervision in a commercial hospitality environment.  The qualification comprises a core compulsory section, and specialist strands. 

You will complete one or more strands in:

  • Counter food service
  • Takeaway food service
  • Table food service
  • Buffet food service
  • Beverage service
The elective section enables candidates to include unit standards from other relevant hospitality domains that may support their job roles.
The qualification will be awarded to people who are able to demonstrate the skills and knowledge necessary to work in a food and beverage service role including:
  • Preparation for service
  • Serving food to customers
  • Interacting with customers
  • Safe food handling practices
  • Compliance with health and safety legislation
The holder will also demonstrate a range of interpersonal, personal presentation, numeracy, literacy and teamwork skills required by workers in a commercial food and beverage service environment.

This qualification can lead on from:

  • National Certificate in Hospitality (Foundation Skills) [Ref: 0587]
  • National Certificate in Hospitality (Entry Skills) [Ref: 1257]

This qualification can lead onto:

  • National Certificate in Hospitality (Food and Beverage Service) (Level 3) with strands in Food Service, Barista, Beverage Service, Bar Service, Wine Service, and Functions Service [Ref: 0556]. 

Training Providers:

Below are a list of training providers who offer this qualification: