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Apprenticeships in

Hospitality and Catering

Sector Details

Overview 

The Hospitality and Catering sector is a fast-moving, vibrant, energetic and exciting place to learn. The industry can be segmented into 4 main sectors: Food and Beverage, Accommodation, Travel and Tourism and Entertainment and Recreation.  Although within these sectors there is significant overlap to provide seamless customer experiences.  It is an extensive and diverse industry with outlets ranging from large national and international hotels to small boutique hotels; high-end restaurants to pubs and nightclubs, coffee shops to cafes; school catering to contract catering; events and entertainment venues, to mention just a few.

Why look for Apprentices now?

The hospitality sector has seen a strong resurgence following the challenges of Covid-19.  Now more than ever, businesses are investing in apprenticeships to build skilled, adaptable teams that can drive the industry forward. 

We support a wide range of career pathways within hospitality through tailored apprenticeship programmes. Whether you're looking to develop talent in Food and Beverage, Front Office, Housekeeping, Kitchen roles (from junior to supervisory), or across Hospitality Team Members, Leaders, and Managers – there are applicable apprenticeships.

Apprenticeships equip individuals with both technical expertise and essential skills, laying a strong foundation for long-term career growth and success in the industry.

Apprenticeship Standards
PastrySalHeader level 3
Pastry Chef
  • 12 months
Three chefs presenting their dessert plates to the head chef in busy kitchen level 3
Senior Production Chef
  • 12 months
Food and Beverage photo Level 2
Food and Beverage Team Member
  • 12 months
Hospitality Accommodation Team Member Level 2
Hospitality Accomodation Team Member
  • 12 months
Waiter and waitress working behind the counter in cafe level 3
Hospitality Supervisor
  • 12 months
Manager posing with staff in a modern kitchen level 4
Hospitality Manager
  • 18 months
Interior of a modern events venue level 3
Event Assistant
  • 15 months