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East Riding College

Level 1 Food and Beverage Service (VRQ Diploma)

East Riding College

Flemingate Centre, Armstrong Way, Beverley, HU17 0GH

Functional Skill
Level 1
Leisure, Travel and Tourism

Available start dates

Available start dates

Wednesday, 02 September 2026
East Riding College (Beverley Campus)
1 Year(s)
Full time

Available start dates

Wednesday, 02 September 2026
East Riding College (Bridlington Campus)
1 Year(s)
Full time

Course Summary

You will be guided in all practical aspects of food and drink service and bar management. You will also learn the practical skills of producing patisserie and confectionery. All practical sessions will take place in the College's restaurants.

Course Details

What will I study?

  • Theory work to support your practical evidence
  • Serving food and drink in a realistic work environment
  • Maintaining safety, security and hygiene
  • Customer service
  • Operating a payment point
  • Preparing and clearing areas for table service
  • Providing table service
  • Preparing and serving alcoholic drinks
  • Producing patisserie and confectionery

You will achieve the following qualifications:

  • NVQ Level Two Diploma in Food and Beverage Service
  • Level Two Certificate in Patisserie and Confectionery
  • Functional skills/GCSEs

How will it be delivered and assessed?

You will build a portfolio and complete short answer on-line questions. Practical assessments are always completed in the restaurant so that you are performing at the level required for industry.

Entry requirements

A minimum of two GCSEs, satisfactory college interview and initial assessment.

Your next steps...

You could get employment in the hospitality industry such as hotels restaurants and public houses.


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