Train in our professional, industry-standard kitchens and gain invaluable hands-on experience at our award-winning restaurant, The Waterside Brasserie. You’ll master the art of food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen safety in our fully equipped training kitchen and demonstration theatre.
Beyond the classroom, you’ll take part in high-quality work placements and meaningful community projects with local businesses and charities, giving you real-world experience and a strong foundation for a successful career in the sector.
Catering and Hospitality Pathways Explained
Culinary Arts
Culinary arts is all about learning how to cook and present food in creative and tasty ways. You’ll get to try different cooking styles like baking and grilling, learn about flavours and ingredients, and make food look great on the plate. You’ll also learn how to work safely and cleanly in a kitchen. It’s a fun mix of cooking skills, creativity and teamwork, perfect if you enjoy food and working with your hands.
As you develop your skills, you could move into different roles such as:
- Chef – leading a kitchen team and progressing from Commis Chef to Head Chef
- Pastry Chef – specialising in desserts and baked goods
- Recipe developer – creating new dishes for restaurants or brands
- Private Chef – working for individuals or families
- Cruise Ship or Airline Chef
- Catering Manager – planning and running food services at events
Catering and Cookery
Catering is about making and serving food for lots of people, often at events like weddings, parties, or in places like schools and hospitals. It’s not just cooking, you also learn how to plan meals, prepare food in big batches, set up and serve it properly, and work with others to make sure everything goes smoothly. It’s a great choice if you like being organised, helping people, and working as part of a team.
As you develop your skills, you could move into different roles such as:
- Events Caterer – preparing and serving food at weddings, parties or festivals
- Catering manager – planning and running food service for large events or venues
- Corporate Catering Coordinator
- Cruise Ship or Airline Catering
- Mobile Catering – setting up your own food trucks or pop-up stalls
Hospitality
Hospitality is about helping people feel welcome, especially when they’re eating out, staying in hotels, or going to events. You’ll learn how to greet guests, take bookings, serve food and drinks, and work in places like restaurants and hotels. It’s a great option if you enjoy meeting new people, working with others, and making sure everyone has a good experience.
As you develop your skills, you could move into different roles such as:
- Barista or Bartender
- Waiter or Restaurant Supervisor
- Hotel Concierge or Receptionist
- Hotel Manager
- Event Planner
Train in Real Kitchens, Serve Real Customers, Build Real Skills
Gain real-world experience in the Waterside Brasserie, a fully functioning restaurant where you’ll prepare and serve meals to genuine paying customers. This immersive setting offers a true taste of the hospitality industry, helping you build confidence, professionalism, and customer service skills in a dynamic environment.
Your training also takes place in our cutting-edge, industry-standard kitchens and demonstration theatres. Here, you’ll develop the practical techniques and technical knowledge that employers value, ensuring you’re well-prepared for a successful career in the culinary and hospitality sectors.
Our Catering and Hospitality courses
Advanced Bread Making
Catering & Hospitality
Adult Learner
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2 days
Age Group:
(19+)
Advanced Diploma in Professional Cookery (Kitchen and Larder) – Level 3
Catering & Hospitality
School Leaver
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1 year
City and Guilds
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Age Group:
(16-18)
BA (Hons) Culinary Arts and Management (Top-Up) – Full Time – Level 6
Catering & Hospitality
Higher Education
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1 year
The Open University
BA (Hons) Culinary Arts and Management (Top-up) – Part Time – Level 6
Catering & Hospitality
Higher Education
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2 years
The Open University
BA (Hons) Hospitality Management (Top-up) – Full Time – Level 6
Catering & Hospitality
Higher Education
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1 year
The Open University
BA (Hons) Hospitality Management (Top-up) – Part Time – Level 6
Catering & Hospitality
Higher Education
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2 years
The Open University
Bread Making Basics
Catering & Hospitality
Adult Learner
Age Group:
(19+)
Butchery Skills
Catering & Hospitality
Adult Learner
Middlesbrough College
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Age Group:
(19+)
Certificate in Culinary Skills – Level 1
Catering & Hospitality
School Leaver
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1 year
City & Guilds
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Age Group:
(16-18)
Where your course can lead
“When I finish the course, I’m going to Rudding Park for bar management training. The college has a partnership with Rudding Park which really helped me when I was looking for work. I’m really looking forward to learning different techniques and being able to apply the skills I’ve gained at college.”
Harvey Rolfe
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