Why Study This Course?
Working in Catering is an entry-level vocational three-day programme designed for learners with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) who are interested in developing practical skills for the Catering industry. Delivered over three full days (9:30am–3:30pm), the course provides a supportive, hands-on learning environment where learners develop confidence and practical experience in food preparation, kitchen routines, customer service, cleaning, and teamwork.
Learners will take part in practical catering activities while also developing English, Maths, and Digital skills linked to real-life catering and workplace tasks. The course focuses on building confidence, communication, independence, and employability skills needed for future progression into further learning, work experience, volunteering, or employment within the Catering industry.
As part of the programme, learners will prepare for the Level 1 Award in Food Safety (RQF), with the opportunity to take the qualification during the course. An RQF qualification is a nationally recognised qualification that helps learners develop knowledge and understanding of food hygiene, safe working practices, and health and safety within catering environments.
-Develop practical catering and kitchen skills
-Build confidence working in a kitchen and catering environment
-Improve teamwork, communication, and customer service skills
-Develop independence and workplace readiness skills
-Gain experience preparing food and following kitchen routines
-Improve English, Maths, and Digital skills through practical catering activities
-Learn safe food handling and hygiene practices
-Prepare for the Level 1 Award in Food Safety (RQF)
-Gain confidence for further study, volunteering, work experience, or employment
-Develop problem-solving, organisation, and time management skills
-Introduction to the Catering and Hospitality industry
-Basic food preparation and kitchen skills
-Understanding food hygiene and safe food handling
-Learning health and safety practices in catering environments
-Preparing and serving simple food and drinks
-Cleaning, clearing, and maintaining kitchen and work areas
-Developing customer service and communication skills-
-Working as part of a team in practical catering activities
-Building confidence and independence in workplace situations
-Developing English, Maths, and Digital skills linked to catering tasks
-Understanding workplace expectations, routines, and responsibilities
-Preparing for the Level 1 Award in Food Safety (RQF)
-Developing organisational, problem-solving, and time management skills
Complete an Initial Assessment via MS Forms or in hard copy. Return to Supported Learning. Attend an interview with a member of Supported Learning Team
Assessment is via a portfolio of evidence demonstrating achievement of personalised learning goals. Next Steps: Working in Catering