The catering and hospitality sector employ over 2 million people in the UK, covering bars, restaurants, hotels, cafes and contract catering; and its worth a whopping £4.5 billion to the economy. Many roles are dealing with the public, and so good people skills and an ability to remain calm are key skills in this industry.
There are clear progression paths and you often have the opportunity to develop business skills and experience as you climb up the ladder. Running your own business is also a common occurrence in this sector, such as owning hotels or restaurants or as a catering supplier. People with these skills also have plenty of opportunity to travel and work in holiday destinations all over the world, so carving a career in this sector provides a large number of possibilities.
Skills Required:
Able to keep calm under pressureAble to work quickly and efficientlyStaminaGood people skills
Example Careers:
ChefBaristaConfectionerWaiterRestaurant Manager
The Hospitality & Catering Department has a number of innovative and exciting courses that can be tailored to your needs. We have programmes to suit all from the novice chef to a chef wanting to enhance their cookery skills at Level Three. We are part of The World Skills organisation, if you are selected and are successful you could travel to destinations across the globe and compete against other chefs. We have an exciting curriculum where you are given the opportunity to develop your key skills and behaviours throughout the academic year. Rotherham college are an OFSTED Good in 2023.
Please visit our website and make an application, you will be invited to interview and given a date to attend
You can apply using our online application form and clicking the Apply Now button at the top of this page.
For more information support with your enquiry or application please contact Student Services by emailing info@rotherham.ac.uk or by calling 01709 362111.
- 16-18 year olds do not need to pay course fees
- Those aged 19 or over may not need to pay fees depending on their circumstances. Find out if you qualify.
“I enjoy being in a working environment in the college restaurant and serving customers”
Anonymous Level 2 Food and Beverage Services Former student at Winterhill School
We make every effort to ensure information within our online course directory is accurate and a true representation of the courses we are offering in 2024-25. However, we do reserve the right to make changes if necessary.
