Event, Hospitality and Catering Bridging Materials

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e v e n t , h o s p i ta l i t y & C at e r i n g M a n a g e m e n t Bridging Resources

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Event, Hospitality & catering management at Bolton College The world is a bit confusing at the moment, so I wanted to take this opportunity to assure you that we will come through this experience stronger, and that you have much to look forward to.

We’re very excited about working with you to help you achieve your future ambitions, whether that’s helping you to get the qualifications you need for university, or teaching you essential skills for your dream career.

When you join us in September, you can expect: • • • • • • • •

Enthusiastic, caring, specialist subject tutors Exciting enrichment activities – visits to Chill Factore, Alton Towers and more!

University masterclasses and expert guest speakers A Pre-Professionals Programme, with your very own Learning Development Mentor and Careers Coach A Gifted & Talented Programme, with rewards including trips to the Anderton Outdoor Activity Centre Regional and national competitions Quality work experience and industry placement opportunities All the benefits that come with being part of the University of Bolton Group

Need something to do? Get ahead and start preparing for your course by checking out some of the recommended websites, subject materials and activities in this booklet.

If you have any questions about your subject, please email us or contact us via our social media channels.

Wishing you all the very best, Jodie Cooke - Curriculum Leader for Business & Catering Email: jodie.cooke@boltoncc.ac.uk

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Your Place is Safe We’d like to say that we’re here to help and please rest assured that your place at Bolton College is safe.

We understand that it’s an anxious time for you right now, with lots of uncertainty, but please don’t worry about your application - we’ve got it covered! However, if you do have any questions, any at all, please drop our expert admissions team an email on admissions@boltoncc.ac.uk and they’ll be happy to help.

Our advice to all Year 11 students is to: As a priority, complete any work that your school teachers are setting you – this will ensure you have completed your GCSE courses and are well-prepared for your college course in September.

After completing your school work, help get prepared for studying with us by trying some of the resources and activities on the following pages.

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Event, Hospitality & catering management Resources & Activities

Hodder Education Digital books for practical cookery, free for a 30-day period. https://www.hoddereducation.co.uk/catering

Excellence Gateway Resources focusing on working environments, food and hygiene, and first aid. https://www.excellencegateway.org.uk/vocabulary/ EGCurriculumArea/Hospitality%20and%20catering

Cuisinart Canada Six videos demonstrating key culinary art skills, including knife skills. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ojZIgseX7Xo

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Food Standards Agency Rafts of resources promoting understanding of food safety management and SFBB - Safer Food Better Business. https://www.food.gov.uk/business-guidance/saferfood-better-business-teaching-resources-forcolleges#presentations

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General Bridging Resources for All Areas Century Free interactive learning and assessment materials across multiple subjects. www.century.tech

BBC Bitesize Three new lessons added EVERY weekday, with videos, activities and more. www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize

Barclays Life Skills Problem solving and employability skills resources. www.barclayslifeskills.com/young-people

Form Time Ideas We love this! Randomly generate a page of quiz questions, covering everything from brainteasers to general knowledge. www.formtimeideas.com

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Twinkl Subscription-based resources for learners with special educational needs. www.twinkl.co.uk

Teaching Resources Home-schooling from TES, covering all subjects. www.tes.com/teaching-resources/teacheressentials/home-learning

Gojimo Revision app that covers all major subjects. www.gojimo.com

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English & Maths An excellent starting point for college study is to further improve your English and maths skills.

These websites and resources are an excellent place to start.

English Audible Whilst schools are closed, you can listen to FREE audiobooks for teens. https://stories.audible.com/start-listen

Downloadable Resources Access FREE resources, covering a range of texts.

English & Media Centre www.englishandmedia.co.uk/publications

Seneca www.senecalearning.com

Teachit English www.teachitenglish.co.uk/resources

Cambridge Dictionary Links for punctuation, spelling and grammar, as well as interactive quizzes. www.dictionary.cambridge.org/grammar/british-grammar/punctuation

Cambridge English FREE interactive activities and resources. www.cambridgeenglish.org/learning-english/free-resources

Fun, English, Games Interactive games at a variety of levels, with links to other subject areas, including maths. www.funenglishgames.com/worksheets.html

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maths Corbettmaths Videos and downloadable questions, categorised by topic. www.corbettmaths.com/5-a-day/further-maths

Hegarty Maths Interactive activities including videos and questions. Requires school registration. www.hegartymaths.com

Integral Teaching and learning materials for Level 3 core maths and further maths. Requires school registration.

Core maths: www.amsp.org.uk/teachers/core-maths/resources Higher level maths: www.amsp.org.uk/news/free-resources-190320

Onmaths Brush up on those online skills with this revision tool. www.onmaths.com

Mr Barton Maths With these videos and quizzes, revision just got fun. www.mrbartonmaths.com/index.html

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M C N E NR I H E T

There’s more to life at Bolton College than being in the classroom - with our enrichment programme, you’ll benefit from trips and activities, clubs, and access to College and regional competitions!

View our enrichment brochure here: https://bit.ly/bc-enrichment

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Challenges 3 Competitions 3 Keep-fit routines 3 Creative ideas to fill your time 3 Plus so much more! click here

event, hospitality & catering MANAGEMENT and Travel & tourism

Food Preparation & Service Technical Certificate Level 1

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Study Programme Overview

Supporting Your Learning and Wellbeing

Our full-time study programmes are designed to maximise your career prospects and widen your options for further or higher study.

We want you to enjoy every minute of College, both in the classroom and out of it, so we have a range of dedicated support and wellbeing services. These include FREE travel; FREE breakfast; dedicated Learning Development Mentors; impartial advice and guidance; dedicated one-to-one support for learners with additional needs; and support with the cost of College, plus much more.

This programme is ideal if you would like to work in the food preparation and service sector. It will prepare you for employment in the industry, or you may wish to progress to further relevant learning and qualifications.

Work experience is also an integral part of our study programmes, enabling you to gain essential exposure to the world of work.

What You’ll Learn • How the hospitality industry is structured • Preparing and cooking savoury and sweet products • Serving food and beverages to customers in our Signature restaurant • Developing employability skills Elements of study Your programme consists of the following elements: • Study of your chosen vocational subject (50% of your programme) • English and maths (continued until the achievement of GCSE grade 4 (C) or equivalent) • Employability skills (e.g. punctuality, attendance, communication and team work) • Work experience (giving you a taste of working life) • Tutorial & personal development (e.g. healthy living, volunteering and citizenship skills)

Entry Requirements

Future Opportunities After you have completed the course you could progress on to the Level 2 Technical Certificate.

Following further study you could work as: • A Front of House Receptionist, earning on average £17,000 a year • Commis Chef/Cook earning on average £15,000 a year • A Silver Service Waiter, earning around £15,000 a year

Enrichment We want to give you a positive experience at College and a rounded view of the industry you could one day be working in. So, during your time at College, you will have the opportunity to enjoy a range of activities, including: • Demonstrations on cooking with fish, meat and bread – led by experts from the industry • Visits to farms, hotels and other Catering & Hospitality establishments • Non-educational visits to theatres, sports activities and team building experiences

You will need to attend an initial assessment before joining the course in order to assess your learning level.

How will I be Assessed?

You will be assessed by externally set and marked multiple choice question papers and individual practical tests.

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Pre-Professionals Programme

Open Events

As part of our Pre-Professionals Programme, you’ll have your own personal Learning Development Mentor and Careers Coach. They’ll help you to manage your studies, oversee your progress and aid in your personal development.

Discover what Bolton College has to offer by attending one of our Open Events:

You’ll also benefit from quality work experience and industry placements, ensuring that you’re ready for the world of work.

Submit an application online by visiting www.boltoncollege.ac.uk/yp-application

• Tuesday 4th February 2020, 5.30pm-8pm

How to Apply?

You could also benefit from getting involved in volunteering opportunities, both locally and abroad, and youth social action projects, perfect for enhancing your CV.

Gifted and Talented Programme If you’re a potentially high-achieving learner, capable of exceeding your targets, we will stretch and challenge you by providing the opportunity for you to study additional qualifications, with support in place to complement your study programme experience.

Why Choose Us? We’re part of the University of Bolton Group, which means you’ll benefit from all that the University has to offer, including world-class facilities and access to industry experts.

Throughout your time at College, we’ll reward your achievements, with trips to The Anderton Outdoor Activity Centre, the University’s outdoor pursuits centre, and so much more. You’ll also have the opportunity to apply for the prestigious Duke of Edinburgh Award.

In our last Ofsted inspection, we were graded ‘Good’.

Our £75 million campus offers: • A newly refurbished fitness suite and sports hall • Apple Mac suites • Libraries • A theatre and dance studios • A café selling Costa coffee • The Academy Hair & Beauty Salon • Signature restaurant We also have a wide range of events throughout the year, including showcases, enterprise activities and cultural celebrations.

Part of the University of Bolton Group

Disclaimer: Every care has been taken to ensure that the information contained within these course information sheets was accurate at the time of publishing. Bolton College is constantly evaluating its services to meet the needs of learners; therefore programmes/courses/Apprenticeships, resources and facilities may be subject to change without prior notice.

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Professional Chef Programme Level 2

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Study Programme Overview

Entry Requirements

Our full-time study programmes are designed to maximise your career prospects and widen your options for further or higher study.

You will need four GCSEs at grade 4 or above or a Level 1 in Catering & Hospitality.

The food service industry requires dedicated individuals who can deliver a personal service in the preparation and serving of food and drink.

This course will teach you how to prepare and cook various foods by watching demonstrations and gaining valuable work experience which is an integral part of our study programmes, enabling you to gain essential exposure to the world of work.

What You’ll Learn During this course, you will learn how to prepare and cook: • Basic Meat, Poultry, Vegetable & Fish Dishes • Hot & Cold Sauces • Hot & Cold Desserts • Seasonal Salads • Pastry Skills • Preparing & Serving Food

We’ll also invite you to come for an interview and provide a satisfactory school reference.

How will I be Assessed?

One exam and one final synoptic assessment.

Supporting Your Learning and Wellbeing We want you to enjoy every minute of College, both in the classroom and out of it, so we have a range of dedicated support and wellbeing services. These include FREE travel; FREE breakfast; dedicated Learning Development Mentors; impartial advice and guidance; dedicated one-to-one support for learners with additional needs; and support with the cost of College, plus much more.

You will also learn how to improve your culinary skills using knives and other equipment.

If required for your chosen career or HE course, you may wish to study English & maths to Level 3.

Elements of study Your programme consists of the following elements: • Study of your chosen vocational subject (50% of your programme) • English and maths (continued until the achievement of GCSE grade 4 (C) or equivalent) • Employability skills (e.g. punctuality, attendance, communication and team work) • Work experience (giving you a taste of working life) • Tutorial & personal development (e.g. healthy living, volunteering and citizenship skills)

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Future Opportunities

Gifted and Talented Programme

After you have completed the course you could remain in College and progress on to the Professional Chef Level 3 course.

If you’re a potentially high-achieving learner, capable of exceeding your targets, we will stretch and challenge you by providing the opportunity for you to study additional qualifications, with support in place to complement your study programme experience.

Alternatively, if you choose to look for paid work you could opt for a Catering Apprenticeship and work as an apprentice Chef.

Check out opportunities at the University of Bolton by visiting www.bolton.ac.uk Following further study you could work as: • A Front of House Receptionist, earning on average £17,000 a year.

• Commis Chef, earning around £15,000 • A Silver Service Waiter, earning around £15,000 a year, with opportunity for promotion, very quickly, to management.

Enrichment We want to give you a positive experience at College and a rounded view of the industry you could one day be working in. So, during your time at College, you will have the opportunity to enjoy a range of activities, including: • Demonstrations on cooking with fish, meat and bread – led by experts from the industry • Visits to farms, hotels and other Catering & Hospitality establishments • Non-educational visits to theatres, sports activities, team building experiences

Pre-Professionals Programme

Why Choose Us? We’re part of the University of Bolton Group, which means you’ll benefit from all that the University has to offer, including world-class facilities and access to industry experts.

Throughout your time at College, we’ll reward your achievements, with trips to The Anderton Outdoor Activity Centre, the University’s outdoor pursuits centre, and so much more. You’ll also have the opportunity to apply for the prestigious Duke of Edinburgh Award.

In our last Ofsted inspection, we were graded ‘Good’.

Our £75 million campus offers: • A newly refurbished fitness suite and sports hall • Apple Mac suites • Libraries • A theatre and dance studios • A café selling Costa coffee • The Academy Hair & Beauty Salon • Signature restaurant We also have a wide range of events throughout the year, including showcases, enterprise activities and cultural celebrations.

As part of our Pre-Professionals Programme, you’ll have your own personal Learning Development Mentor and Careers Coach. They’ll help you to manage your studies, oversee your progress and aid in your personal development.

Open Events

You’ll also benefit from quality work experience and industry placements, ensuring that you’re ready for the world of work.

How to Apply?

Discover what Bolton College has to offer by attending one of our Open Events: • Tuesday 4th February 2020, 5.30pm-8pm Submit an application online by visiting www.boltoncollege.ac.uk/yp-application

You could also benefit from getting involved in volunteering opportunities, both locally and abroad, and youth social action projects, perfect for enhancing your CV.

Part of the University of Bolton Group

Disclaimer: Every care has been taken to ensure that the information contained within these course information sheets was accurate at the time of publishing. Bolton College is constantly evaluating its services to meet the needs of learners; therefore programmes/courses/Apprenticeships, resources and facilities may be subject to change without prior notice.

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Food Preparation & Service Technical Certificate Level 2

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t h e b e s t y o u n g E v e n t s , c at e r i n g a n d to u r i s m p r o f e s s i o n a l s !

Study Programme Overview

Supporting Your Learning and Wellbeing

Our full-time study programmes are designed to maximise your career prospects and widen your options for further or higher study.

We want you to enjoy every minute of College, both in the classroom and out of it, so we have a range of dedicated support and wellbeing services. These include FREE travel; FREE breakfast; dedicated Learning Development Mentors; impartial advice and guidance; dedicated one-to-one support for learners with additional needs; and support with the cost of College, plus much more.

This programme is ideal if you would like to work in the food preparation and service sector. It will prepare you for employment in the industry or you may wish to progress to further relevant learning and qualifications.

Work experience is also an integral part of our study programmes, enabling you to gain essential exposure to the world of work.

What You’ll Learn • How the hospitality industry is structured • Preparing and cooking savoury and sweet products • Serving food and beverages to customers in our Signature restaurant • Working safely and hygienically • Developing employability skills If required for your chosen career or HE course, you may wish to study English & maths to Level 3 Elements of study

Future Opportunities After you have completed the course you could progress on to a Higher Education course at college or university, or explore the possibility of doing a Higher Apprenticeship (Level 4).

Check out opportunities at the University of Bolton by visiting www.bolton.ac.uk Following further study you could work as: • A Front of House Receptionist, earning on average £17,000 a year • Commis chef/cook earning on average £15,000 a year • A Silver Service Waiter, earning around £15,000 a year

Your programme consists of the following elements: • Study of your chosen vocational subject (50% of your programme) • English and maths (continued until the achievement of GCSE grade 4 (C) or equivalent) • Employability skills (e.g. punctuality, attendance, communication and team work) • Work experience (giving you a taste of working life) • Tutorial & personal development (e.g. healthy living, volunteering and citizenship skills)

Entry Requirements You will need to attend an initial assessment before joining the course in order to assess your learning level.

How will I be Assessed?

One exam and one final synoptic assessment.

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Enrichment We want to give you a positive experience at College and a rounded view of the industry you could one day be working in. So, during your time at College, you will have the opportunity to enjoy a range of activities, including: • Demonstrations on cooking with fish, meat and bread – led by experts from the industry • Visits to farms, hotels and other Catering & Hospitality establishments • Non-educational visits to theatres, sports activities and team building experiences

Pre-Professionals Programme As part of our Pre-Professionals Programme, you’ll have your own personal Learning Development Mentor and Careers Coach. They’ll help you to manage your studies, oversee your progress and aid in your personal development.

• Libraries • A theatre and dance studios • A café selling Costa coffee • The Academy Hair & Beauty Salon • Signature restaurant We also have a wide range of events throughout the year, including showcases, enterprise activities and cultural celebrations.

Open Events Discover what Bolton College has to offer by attending one of our Open Events: • Tuesday 4th February 2020, 5.30pm-8pm

How to Apply?

Submit an application online by visiting www.boltoncollege.ac.uk/yp-application

You’ll also benefit from quality work experience and industry placements, ensuring that you’re ready for the world of work.

You could also benefit from getting involved in volunteering opportunities, both locally and abroad, and youth social action projects, perfect for enhancing your CV.

Gifted and Talented Programme If you’re a potentially high-achieving learner, capable of exceeding your targets, we will stretch and challenge you by providing the opportunity for you to study additional qualifications, with support in place to complement your study programme experience.

Why Choose Us? We’re part of the University of Bolton Group, which means you’ll benefit from all that the University has to offer, including world-class facilities and access to industry experts.

Throughout your time at College, we’ll reward your achievements, with trips to The Anderton Outdoor Activity Centre, the University’s outdoor pursuits centre, and so much more. You’ll also have the opportunity to apply for the prestigious Duke of Edinburgh Award.

In our last Ofsted inspection, we were graded ‘Good’.

Our £75 million campus offers: • A newly refurbished fitness suite and sports hall • Apple Mac suites

Part of the University of Bolton Group

Disclaimer: Every care has been taken to ensure that the information contained within these course information sheets was accurate at the time of publishing. Bolton College is constantly evaluating its services to meet the needs of learners; therefore programmes/courses/Apprenticeships, resources and facilities may be subject to change without prior notice.

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Event Management & Hospitality Extended Diploma Level 3

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Study Programme Overview

Elements of study

Our full-time study programmes are designed to maximise your career prospects and widen your options for further or higher study.

Your programme consists of the following elements:

This course has been designed to introduce you to the exciting and expanding world of Event & Hospitality Management with areas of study including the Hospitality Industry, Event Organisation, Planning & Managing an Event and Marketing for Hospitality.

As part of the programme you will demonstrate effective event management skills by planning, setting up and running your own events as well as investigating and developing the key skills needed for this fast- paced and fun industry. You will have the opportunity to complete a 315 hour industry placement programme, working for a business in the industry.

What You’ll Learn This course is equivalent to three A-Level grades (A*-C) and provides you with a practical insight into the world of Event & Hospitality Management. The units include: • The Hospitality Industry • Providing Customer Service in Hospitality • Financial Control in Hospitality • Supervisory Skills in the Hospitality Industry • E-Business for Hospitality • Promotional Skills for Hospitality

• Study of your chosen vocational subject (50% of your programme) • Employability skills (e.g. punctuality, attendance, communication and team work) • Work experience (giving you a taste of working life) • Tutorial & personal development (e.g. healthy living, volunteering and citizenship skills)

Entry Requirements We ask that you have four GCSEs grades 9-4 including Maths and English and we will also invite you to attend an interview and provide a satisfactory school reference.

How will I be Assessed?

There will be continuous assessment throughout the course based on a range of assignments and activities.

These will include a mixture of: • Practical activities • Presentations • Observations • Written reports • Professional discussions • Group assessments • Role play • Exam (one online, one written)

If required for your chosen career or HE course, you may wish to study English & maths to Level 3.

The course will be delivered by experienced tutors with first-hand experience from the industry. As well as classroom teaching, you will get to investigate local and national event management companies, meet guest speakers from these businesses, enjoy visits to their place of work and take part in events.

You will participate in regional and national enterprise competitions and you will be given the opportunity to complete relevant work experience.

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Supporting Your Learning and Wellbeing We want you to enjoy every minute of College, both in the classroom and out of it, so we have a range of dedicated support and wellbeing services. These include FREE travel; FREE breakfast; dedicated Learning Development Mentors; impartial advice and guidance; dedicated one-to-one support for learners with additional needs; and support with the cost of College, plus much more.

Future Opportunities After you have completed the course you could progress on to Higher Education and study Event & Hospitality related courses.

Alternatively, if you choose to look for paid work you could opt for an Events Management Apprenticeship and work as an apprentice Events Organiser.

Check out opportunities at the University of Bolton by visiting www.bolton.ac.uk Following further study you could work as: • A Conference & Event Planner where you can earn between £16,000 to £35,000 a year, depending on experience • Project Manager where you can earn between £30,000 to £50,000 a year, depending on experience • Sales Manager where you can earn between £18,000 to £35,000 a year, depending on experience

Enrichment We want to give you a positive experience at College and a rounded view of the industry you could one day be working in. So, during your time at College, you will have the opportunity to enjoy a range of activities, including: • Guest speaker sessions from local entrepreneurs • Working to live business briefs including at the University of Bolton Stadium and Bolton Food & Drinks Festival • Annual enterprise challenge/competition

You could also benefit from getting involved in volunteering opportunities, both locally and abroad, and youth social action projects, perfect for enhancing your CV.

Gifted and Talented Programme If you’re a potentially high-achieving learner, capable of exceeding your targets, we will stretch and challenge you by providing the opportunity for you to study additional qualifications, with support in place to complement your study programme experience.

Why Choose Us? We’re part of the University of Bolton Group, which means you’ll benefit from all that the University has to offer, including world-class facilities and access to industry experts.

Throughout your time at College, we’ll reward your achievements, with trips to The Anderton Outdoor Activity Centre, the University’s outdoor pursuits centre, and so much more. You’ll also have the opportunity to apply for the prestigious Duke of Edinburgh Award.

In our last Ofsted inspection, we were graded ‘Good’.

Our £75 million campus offers: • A newly refurbished fitness suite and sports hall • Apple Mac suites • Libraries • A theatre and dance studios • A café selling Costa coffee • The Academy Hair & Beauty Salon • Signature restaurant We also have a wide range of events throughout the year, including showcases, enterprise activities and cultural celebrations.

Open Events Discover what Bolton College has to offer by attending one of our Open Events:

Pre-Professionals Programme

• Tuesday 4th February 2020, 5.30pm-8pm

As part of our Pre-Professionals Programme, you’ll have your own personal Learning Development Mentor and Careers Coach. They’ll help you to manage your studies, oversee your progress and aid in your personal development.

Submit an application online by visiting www.boltoncollege.ac.uk/yp-application

How to Apply?

You’ll also benefit from quality work experience and industry placements, ensuring that you’re ready for the world of work.

Part of the University of Bolton Group

Disclaimer: Every care has been taken to ensure that the information contained within these course information sheets was accurate at the time of publishing. Bolton College is constantly evaluating its services to meet the needs of learners; therefore programmes/courses/Apprenticeships, resources and facilities may be subject to change without prior notice.

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Professional Chef Programme Level 3

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Study Programme Overview

Entry Requirements

Our full-time study programmes are designed to maximise your career prospects and widen your options for further or higher study.

There is a set criteria and interview process for this course. We ask that you have completed up to NVQ Level 2 in both Food Preparation & Cooking and Food Service.

Whether you are passionate about preparing food and drink, providing top-class customer service, or whether you want to start your own business, our catering and hospitality courses will help you to develop the skills that you need to succeed in this thriving industry.

You must also have worked in the catering and hospitality trade for at least one year, on either a full or part-time basis.

In addition to training in our impressive production kitchens, there are plenty of opportunities for budding Chefs to gain professional experience working in the College’s restaurants and cafés, and to learn from distinguished resident and visiting professionals.

You will be assessed on a portfolio of evidence.

Work experience is also an integral part of our study programmes, enabling you to gain essential exposure to the world of work.

What You’ll Learn • Generic Management Responsibilities • Advanced Food Preparation and cooking skills • Food safety • High Level Presentation of Food Dishes

How will I be Assessed?

Supporting Your Learning and Wellbeing We want you to enjoy every minute of College, both in the classroom and out of it, so we have a range of dedicated support and wellbeing services. These include FREE travel; FREE breakfast; dedicated Learning Development Mentors; impartial advice and guidance; dedicated one-to-one support for learners with additional needs; and support with the cost of College, plus much more.

If required for your chosen career or HE course, you may wish to study English & maths to Level 3.

Elements of study Your programme consists of the following elements: • Study of your chosen vocational subject (50% of your programme) • English and maths (continued until the achievement of GCSE grade 4 (C) or equivalent) • Employability skills (e.g. punctuality, attendance, communication and team work) • Work experience (giving you a taste of working life) • Tutorial & personal development (e.g. healthy living, volunteering and citizenship skills)

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Future Opportunities

Why Choose Us?

After you have completed the course you could progress on to a Higher Education Course at college or university, or explore the possibility of doing a Higher Apprenticeship (Level 4).

We’re part of the University of Bolton Group, which means you’ll benefit from all that the University has to offer, including world-class facilities and access to industry experts.

Check out opportunities at the University of Bolton by visiting www.bolton.ac.uk

Throughout your time at College, we’ll reward your achievements, with trips to The Anderton Outdoor Activity Centre, the University’s outdoor pursuits centre, and so much more. You’ll also have the opportunity to apply for the prestigious Duke of Edinburgh Award.

Following further study you could work as: • A Kitchen Manager where you could earn up to £35,000 a year, depending on your experience.

• A Chef de Partie, earning £19,000 per year You can also gain promotion very quickly in the hospitality industry.

Enrichment We want to give you a positive experience at College and a rounded view of the industry you could one day be working in. So, during your time at College, you will have the opportunity to enjoy a range of activities, including: • Demonstrations on cooking with fish, meat and bread – led by experts from the industry • Visits to farms, hotels and other Catering & Hospitality establishments • Non educational visits to theatres, sports activities, team building experiences

Pre-Professionals Programme As part of our Pre-Professionals Programme, you’ll have your own personal Learning Development Mentor and Careers Coach. They’ll help you to manage your studies, oversee your progress and aid in your personal development.

In our last Ofsted inspection, we were graded ‘Good’.

Our £75 million campus offers: • A newly refurbished fitness suite and sports hall • Apple Mac suites • Libraries • A theatre and dance studios • A café selling Costa coffee • The Academy Hair & Beauty Salon • Signature restaurant We also have a wide range of events throughout the year, including showcases, enterprise activities and cultural celebrations.

Open Events Discover what Bolton College has to offer by attending one of our Open Events: • Tuesday 4th February 2020, 5.30pm-8pm

How to Apply?

Submit an application online by visiting www.boltoncollege.ac.uk/yp-application

You’ll also benefit from quality work experience and industry placements, ensuring that you’re ready for the world of work.

You could also benefit from getting involved in volunteering opportunities, both locally and abroad, and youth social action projects, perfect for enhancing your CV.

Gifted and Talented Programme If you’re a potentially high-achieving learner, capable of exceeding your targets, we will stretch and challenge you by providing the opportunity for you to study additional qualifications, with support in place to complement your study programme experience.

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Disclaimer: Every care has been taken to ensure that the information contained within these course information sheets was accurate at the time of publishing. Bolton College is constantly evaluating its services to meet the needs of learners; therefore programmes/courses/Apprenticeships, resources and facilities may be subject to change without prior notice.

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event, hospitality & catering Management And Travel & tourism Hospitality Team Member Apprenticeship Level 2 t h e b e s t y o u n g E V E n t s , C at e r i n g & to u r i s m p r o f e s s i o n a l s ! g e t i n to c a r e e r m o d e

Apprenticeship Overview

Supporting Your Learning and Wellbeing

Our Apprenticeship programmes will give you vital hands-on experience, learning from real life situations, with the guidance of industry professionals.

We want you to enjoy every minute of College, both in the classroom and out of it, so we have a range of dedicated support and wellbeing services. These include FREE travel; FREE breakfast; your own dedicated Work Based Tutor; impartial advice and guidance; dedicated one-to-one support for learners with additional needs; and support with the cost of College, plus much more.

This Apprenticeship will teach you essential hospitality skills, including recognising customer needs, knowing how to match them to the products and services of the business and working as part of a team to ensure that every customer, whether they are eating in a restaurant, drinking cocktails in a bar, ordering room service in a hotel or attending a business conference, feels welcomed and looked after.

You will be given the opportunity to specialise in food and beverage service, barista, concierge guest services, reception or conference and events operations.

The Apprenticeship is a great way to build on your skills and gain a recognised qualification whilst also earning a salary.

What You’ll Learn • How to recognise and deal with different needs and requirements • The importance of the role of the hospitality team member in terms of business success • How to support and influence team members positively

Entry Requirements An employer to support you throughout your training – we can help with this. Good attendance and a good reference from school or a previous employer, plus a satisfactory level of English and maths.

How will I be Assessed?

You’ll be assessed throughout your learning programme by a mixture of formal tests, workplace observations, portfolio building and self-assessment.

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Future Opportunities

Open Events

On successful completion of this Apprenticeship, you could progress onto full-time employment, professional job-specific qualifications, Higher Apprenticeships or a degree programme.

Discover what Bolton College has to offer by attending one of our Open Events:

Following further study you could work as a: • Restaurant Manager, earning between £18,000 and £45,000 per year.

• Catering Manager, earning between £19,000 and £40,000 per year.

• Conference and Exhibition Manager, earning between £17,000 and £80,000 per year.

• Tuesday 4th February 2020, 5.30pm-8pm

How to Apply Submit an application online by visiting www.boltoncollege.ac.uk/yp-application

Why Choose Us? We’re part of the University of Bolton Group, which means you’ll benefit from all that the University has to offer, including world-class facilities and access to industry experts.

In our last Ofsted inspection, we were graded ‘Good’.

Our £75 million campus offers: • A newly refurbished fitness suite and sports hall • Apple Mac suites • Libraries • A theatre and dance studios • A café selling Costa coffee • The Academy Hair & Beauty Salon • Signature restaurant We also have a wide range of events throughout the year, including showcases, enterprise activities and cultural celebrations.

Part of the University of Bolton Group

Disclaimer: Every care has been taken to ensure that the information contained within these course information sheets was accurate at the time of publishing. Bolton College is constantly evaluating its services to meet the needs of learners; therefore programmes/courses/Apprenticeships, resources and facilities may be subject to change without prior notice.

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event, hospitality & catering Management And Travel & tourism Event Assistant Apprenticeship Level 3 t h e b e s t y o u n g E V E n t s , C at e r i n g & to u r i s m p r o f e s s i o n a l s ! g e t i n to c a r e e r m o d e

Apprenticeship Overview

Supporting Your Learning and Wellbeing

Our Apprenticeship programmes will give you vital hands-on experience, learning from real life situations, with the guidance of industry professionals.

We want you to enjoy every minute of College, both in the classroom and out of it, so we have a range of dedicated support and wellbeing services. These include FREE travel; FREE breakfast; your own dedicated Work Based Tutor; impartial advice and guidance; dedicated one-to-one support for learners with additional needs; and support with the cost of College, plus much more.

This Apprenticeship will teach you how to provide support to Event Planners or Project Managers, by carrying out a diverse range of tasks necessary to plan, organise and deliver an event.

The Apprenticeship is a great way to build on your skills and gain a recognised qualification whilst also earning a salary.

What You’ll Learn • The event cycle and the importance of research, planning, delivery and evaluation • Understanding key roles for event management, including logistics, production, creativity and design • How to work effectively with key stakeholders including clients, sub-contractors and suppliers • Commercial awareness and management

Entry Requirements An appropriate Level 2 qualification and an employer to support you throughout your training – we can help with this. Good attendance and a good reference from school or a previous employer. English and maths at grade 4 or above.

How will I be Assessed?

You’ll be assessed throughout your learning programme and your overall grade will be determined by an end-point assessment.

Part of the University of Bolton Group www.boltoncollege.ac.uk/apprenticeships

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Future Opportunities

Open Events

On successful completion of this Apprenticeship, you could progress onto full-time employment, professional job-specific qualifications, Higher Apprenticeships or a degree programme.

Discover what Bolton College has to offer by attending one of our Open Events:

Following further study you could work as a: • Wedding Planner, earning between £17,000 and £25,000 per year.

• Tuesday 4th February 2020, 5.30pm-8pm

How to Apply Submit an application online by visiting www.boltoncollege.ac.uk/yp-application

• Events Manager, earning between £17,000 and £80,000 per year.

• Conference & Exhibitions Manager, earning between £17,000 and £80,000 per year.

Why Choose Us? We’re part of the University of Bolton Group, which means you’ll benefit from all that the University has to offer, including world-class facilities and access to industry experts.

In our last Ofsted inspection, we were graded ‘Good’.

Our £75 million campus offers: • A newly refurbished fitness suite and sports hall • Apple Mac suites • Libraries • A theatre and dance studios • A café selling Costa coffee • The Academy Hair & Beauty Salon • Signature restaurant We also have a wide range of events throughout the year, including showcases, enterprise activities and cultural celebrations.

Part of the University of Bolton Group

Disclaimer: Every care has been taken to ensure that the information contained within these course information sheets was accurate at the time of publishing. Bolton College is constantly evaluating its services to meet the needs of learners; therefore programmes/courses/Apprenticeships, resources and facilities may be subject to change without prior notice.

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@boltoncollege

/boltoncollege

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