Food and Beverage Service Supervision (Restaurant Management) - Level 3 Diploma

The level 3 Diploma in Food and Beverage Service supervision is a specialised course focussing on the knowledge and skills required within a Front of House position. 

The course covers higher level skills as well as management and supervisory elements focussed in this service sector industry. 

This course will contain:

• Supervisory skills including maintaining a safe environment and staff development
• Barista skills
• Principles of promoting food and beverage services and products
• Legislation in food and beverage service
• Prepare, cook and serve food in a food service area
• Prepare and serve wines
• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
• Prepare and serve cocktails
• Provide advice to customers
• Supervision of hospitality events

You will need:

• Three GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language and Maths, and a relevant Level 2 qualification

All applicants must have an initial assessment and interview to confirm that the course is suitable for them.

The course is assessed throughout the year with practical assignments and written tests.

SCHOOL LEAVERS

If you will be aged 16, 17 or 18 on 31 August in the year you begin your course and have been resident in the UK/EU/EEA for the past 3 years, it will be free.

Additional Costs

You will be expected to purchase the required uniform and equipment for the programme, which reflect both industry norms and safety requirements. These should specifically conform to Westminster Kingsway College standards and are approximately £200; further information will be provided at enrolment. Many of our students are eligible for financial support when studying at college – please click here for more information.

There is additionally a resource fee of £250 to cover the additional unfunded aspects of the course. These include Barista training and Wine and Spirits Education Trust qualifications. 

This course will help you to move on to higher-level courses, an apprenticeship or other employment in restaurant management.