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Course Information
Hospitality
HelloThank you for considering Pembrokeshire College.
Here you’ll find out all about our Hospitality programmes.
Our coursesIn this section you’ll find out about the
courses on offer and the entry
requirements.(all courses are subject to interview)
Level 1HospitalityTwo GCSEs at grade D or above (may include 1 relevant equivalent) preferably to include English Language or First Language Welsh.
Level 2HospitalityThree GCSEs at grade D or above (may include 1 relevant equivalent), preferably to include English Language or First Language Welsh. In addition to one reference as evidence of work experience in the kitchen, food and beverage industry.
Level 3Professional CookeryNo direct entry. Successful completion of VRQ in Professional Cookery.
Food and Beverage Service SupervisionNo direct entry. Successful completion of a Level 2 VRQ in Food & Beverage Service or industry experience at supervisory level.
About the
courseWe have some of the
best lecturers and learning facilities
in Pembrokeshire.
Here you’ll find out a bit more about the
course and the facilities.
BackgroundAs one of the most popular industries across the globe, employing millions of people worldwide, hospitality is an exciting, and rapidly growing sector. The courses we have on offer can lead to excellent career opportunities both locally and globally.
FacilitiesLearners will train in our commercial restaurant and kitchens where they will be serving College staff and students as well as members of the public from day one. This is a realistic training environment where they will get to work alongside top chefs both locally and from further afield to perfect their culinary skills and front of house management.
Trips/VisitsThroughout the course visits are arranged to local employers to find out about food and drink production and an international trip is being planned for 2021 subject to Covid-19 restrictions. Learners are also encouraged to undertake industrial placements through the SEED Bursary scheme. Previous placements have included:
The Bath Priory, Michelin-starred Restaurant, BathLe Manoir Aux Quat’ Saisons, Two Michelin-starred Restaurant OxfordLoam, Michelin-starred Restaurant, IrelandOne Aldwych, Five Star Luxury Hotel, LondonThe Berkeley, Five Star Luxury Hotel, LondonThe Vineyard, Five Star Luxury Hotel and Spa, BerkshireCeltic Manor, Five Star Luxury Hotel, Spa and Golf, Newport
CompetitionsLearners are encouraged to take part in competitions throughout the course. Former Level 3 learner Sam Everton recently made it through to the WorldSkills Finals in Kazan, Russia in August 2019 where he secured a Medallion of Excellence. Competing in competitions helps to build learners’ confidence and really boosts their job applications.
Skills you’ll learn
Here are some of the key skills you can
expect to learn whilst studying on one of
these courses.
Communication and teamwork
Customer service
Creativity
Marketing skills
Literacy, numeracy and employability skills
What are the future
careers?Want to know what
you could progress to?
Here are just some of the possibilities.
££Accommodation ManagerBar PersonCasino HostCatering ManagerConciergeConference Centre ManagerExecutive ChefEvents ManagerFlight AttendantFood and Beverage AssistantFront of House ManagerGuest Services ManagerHotel ManagerHotel ReceptionistHousekeepingJunior Sous ChefKitchen PorterLarder ChefRestaurant ManagerRestaurant SupervisorSommelierTeam LeaderTour GuideTrainee ManagerWaiterWedding Planner
Career CoachUse the Career Coach tool on our website to find out more about the
careers on offer and the earning potential: pembrokeshire.emsicc.com
Here are some average salaries
for the hospitality industry:
Waiter £17,077Catering Assistant £17,285
Receptionist £19,563Bar Manager £19,635
Chef £19,885Cruise Steward £20,519
Cabin Crew £22,449Events Manager £25,917
Reception Manager £27,712Hotel Manager £30,028Executive Chef £44,059
Source: EMSI
Where are they
now?In this section you’ll find out what some
of our former students have gone
on to do.
On completion of their course, most of our learners choose to progress directly into employment although a small number each year choose to continue to higher level study at university. Here are a few examples:
Employment:Twr y Felin Hotel & Blas RestaurantThe Grove - NarberthCoast Restaurant, SaundersfootThe Atlantic Hotel, JerseyPennyhill Park Hotel & Spa, SurreyGleneagles, Scotland
Self-Employment:Owner of Crwst, CardiganOwner of Becws BetsGwendough Bakery
University Progression:University of Wales Trinity Saint DavidInternational Travel & Tourism Management
Swansea UniversityInternational Tourism Management
Cardiff Metropolitan UniversityTravel & Tourism Management
Get ready
for CollegeRead this section to
find out if there’s anything that you can
be doing now to get you ready for
studying at College.
You should aim to purchase any kit or uniform before the start of term. You will be sent a pack containing details of anything you need to buy.
If you want to become a chef, now is a great time to be practising your culinary skills at home.
Make sure you have a ‘can do’ attitude. You need to be prepared to work hard and to arrive ready for your sessions.
Watch YouTube clips or documentaries that are relevant to the hospitality industry.
Use the Career Coach tool on our website to find out more about the careers on offer and the earning potential: pembrokeshire.emsicc.com
If you are already on a course in College, you must finish this course before you are able to move to a new course.
More info
This section contains some general
information on the College that we think you might find useful.
Remember that we’re still open and you can contact us anytime:
Levels ExplainedEntry Level and Level 1Our Level 1 and Entry Level courses are suitable for you have few of no formal qualifications. If you don’t get the GCSE grades you had hoped for, then you can start at Entry Level and work your way up.
Level 2Most of our Level 2 courses require you to have GCSE grades at D and some even require you to have achieved C grades in certain subjects. Entry requirements for each course vary so please check the website before applying.
Level 3If you have five GCSEs at grade C or above (some courses may require you to have achieved B grades in certain subjects) you can go straight in at Level 3 (equivalent to studying A-levels).
How to Apply1. Visit our website, select your course and apply online
You’ll need to create and account and this will be used to update you on the progress of your application. If you need any help with your application, please contact our Admissions team: [email protected]
2. InterviewOnce we have received your application we would normally invite you into the College for an interview. Given the current circumstances, you may be invited to a virtual interview instead.
3. OfferIf we are happy with your application and interview we will make you a conditional offer. Your place will be subject to you obtaining the necessary GCSE grades.
4. UpdatesWe’ll send you periodic emails between now and September to let you know we haven’t forgotten about you!
5. EnrolmentYou’ll be invited to an enrolment day in August where we will check your grades and enrol you on your course. If you don’t get your grades, don’t panic, our Advice and Guidance team will work with you to find a suitable alternative.