Catering and Hospitality

Learn the foundations of bread, pastry, and cake making.

Improve your skills and start to create more advanced bakery products. This will prepare you for work in the baking industry at an operational level, in both confectionery and bread production.

Take your baking to the next level, learning professional techniques and specialist methods that will equip you for work in this popular and rewarding industry.

Get started with the basics of cooking, customer service, and kitchen safety. This will prepare you for work in this industry at an operational level.

Enhance your cooking skills and gain real experience in a working kitchen or restaurant.

Train like a chef – learn complex cooking techniques and work to industry standards. An ideal student for this course is one who is motivated with a desire to learn and is passionate about gastronomy.

Build your leadership and communication skills for front-of-house, supervisory and leadership roles.

Gain the skills to work confidently in food and drink service settings.

Hospitality and Catering – Entry Level

• There are no formal entry requirements needed to join, but those in education will be expected to complete their current learning programme.

Bakery – Level 1

• 4 GCSEs at A*- E/grade 2 or above, including English Language.

Bakery – Level 2

• This is a progression qualification only after studying bakery at Level 1.

Professional Bakery – Level 3

• This is a progression qualification only after studying bakery at Level 2.

Catering and Hospitality – Level 1

• 4 GCSEs at A*- E/grade 2 or above, including English Language.

Catering and Hospitality – Level 2

• This is a progression qualification only after studying Level 1 Catering and Hospitality.

Professional Cookery – Level 3

• This is a progression qualification only after studying a Level 2 catering and hospitality course. If you are a mature student without the entry qualifications, we will consider your application and invite you in for an interview.

Hospitality Supervision – Level 3

• This is a progression qualification only after studying Level 2 Catering and Hospitality.

Restaurant Food and Drink Service – Level 2

• 4 GCSEs at A*- D/grade 3 or above, including English Language.

Hospitality and Catering – Entry Level

• Practical assessments and written assignments

Bakery – Level 1

• Practical assessments and exams

Bakery – Level 2

• Practical assessments and exams

Professional Bakery – Level 3

• Practical assessments and written assignments

Why study this course at The Sheffield College?

The college has a vibrant atmosphere, and the catering department has an international and national reputation for excellence. The facilities in the department are exceptional with bespoke, with cutting-edge kitchens. You will become part of a highly disciplined and enthusiastic department which ensures students reach their full potential.

Interview Process

For this course, the interview process for the includes an information session followed by a 1:1 chat with a tutor. During the information session, you will receive important details about the course structure and expectations, along with a chance to ask any questions. This is crucial to ensure you understand the course fully and how it aligns with your goals.

Will the course suit me?

This course is ideal for you if you enjoy working with people and providing great customer service, working in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment and are interested in food, cooking, event planning, or managing venues.

Staff and facilities

At The Sheffield College, you will learn from highly qualified staff with a wealth of experience in both academic and catering and hospitality sectors. The college offers excellent facilities to support your learning, including interactive learning environments, and access to industry-standard resources.

Course enrichment

You will have the opportunity to engage in various enrichment activities such as industry visits, guest speaker sessions and workshops.