Hospitality and Catering is a fast-paced and creative subject area that helps you develop the practical skills and industry knowledge needed for a career in the sector. Our courses give you the opportunity to learn about professional cookery, food preparation, customer service, and hospitality operations while gaining hands-on experience in realistic working environments.
At Cheshire College, you will have access to specialist Hospitality and Catering facilities designed to reflect real industry environments. Our industry-standard kitchens give you the opportunity to develop hands-on skills in professional cookery, food preparation, and hospitality service, while learning from experienced tutors with industry backgrounds. You will have access to our training restaurants, Academy West at Ellesmere Port and The Academy at Crewe, alongside the deli facilities available at both Campuses, helping you build confidence in realistic working environments.
When you study with us, you will be part of a supportive learning environment where tutors take the time to understand your goals and help you develop your skills and confidence for your next step.
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The Academy Restaurant at our Crewe Campus gives students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a professional restaurant environment inspired by Manchester’s Northern Quarter. Alongside a fully equipped industry-standard kitchen and deli, the award-winning restaurant holds several industry accreditations, including a Highly Commended College Rosette from AA Hotel Services and a Gold Accreditation and Centre of Excellence for Food & Beverage Service from People 1st.
Students also have the opportunity to work alongside local businesses and well-known chefs through a range of events held throughout the year. From themed dining evenings to food festivals and gourmet experiences, The Academy helps students develop valuable industry skills while working in a realistic hospitality environment. The restaurant was also proudly recognised as the UK Young Restaurant Team of the Year 2023.
Academy West at our Ellesmere Port Campus gives students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a professional fine dining environment. Alongside a fully equipped industry-standard kitchen and deli, the award-winning restaurant holds several industry accreditations, including a Highly Commended College Rosette from AA Hotel Services and a Gold Accreditation and Centre of Excellence for Food & Beverage Service from People 1st.
Students also have the opportunity to work alongside businesses and respected chefs from across the region through a variety of professional events and collaborations. These experiences have included events at venues such as Chester Cathedral, Chester Town Hall, and The Wine School of Cheshire, helping students develop valuable hospitality and catering skills in realistic industry environments.
Studying Hospitality and Catering can lead to a wide range of exciting career opportunities within the food and hospitality industry. You could progress into roles such as chef, pastry chef, restaurant supervisor, barista, front of house assistant, hospitality assistant, or event catering staff, while developing practical skills and experience in professional kitchen and restaurant environments. With hands-on learning and industry-focused experience, you will build the confidence and knowledge needed for your next step in the sector.
Progression to the next level programme or join an Apprenticeship.
Progression to the next level programme or join an Apprenticeship.
such as; Commis chef, food and beverage service assistant, front-of-house, trainee chef, catering assistant
such as Hotel managers and restaurant supervisors. Chef roles such as commis chef, chef de partie, junior and senior sous chef, pastry chef and events co-ordinators, front-of-house staff
such as hospitality, tourism and events management
or international hospitality and tourism management
You may see a fee attached to the course you’re interested in, but if you are 19+ there may be funding options available to cover the cost of your course.
Get in touch with admissions@ccsw.ac.uk if you’d like anymore information.
