HOSPITALITY - FOOD AND BEVERAGE
Board Developed VET Course (ATAR Optional) - 2 Units
Certificate II
This course will appeal to students keen to explore the hospitality industry from a restaurant and front of house service perspective. The Food and Beverage course is more focused on restaurant functions, customer service and beverage making with a smaller food focus. Most weeks students will be involved in a practical application of theory work.
PRE-REQUISITES
There are no formal pre-requisites for this course.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Year 11 Topics
• Participate in safe work practices
• Interact with customers
• Use hygienic practices for food safety
• Participate in safe food handling
• Prepare and present sandwiches
• Show social and cultural sensitivity
Year 12 Topics
• Serve food and beverages
• Source and use information on the hospitality industry
• Work effectively with others
• Prepare and serve espresso coffee
• Use hospitality skills effectively
• Prepare and serve non-alcoholic beverages
Students must complete 240 indicative hours of course work and a minimum of 70 hours work placement.
HSC VET courses are competency-based. Students’ complete units of competency to achieve SIT20322 Certificate II in Hospitality
HSC EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS
There is an optional HSC examination for ATAR purposes which is only available after completion of the 240 indicative hour course.
UNIQUE FEATURES OF THIS COURSE
Industry standard uniform is expected for practical classes – full-service uniform including black apron, hat and shoes. Please note, there is a $100 contribution for this course.