Gateway Qualifications
Level 1
QN: 603/6506/7
Curriculum Active
Gateway Qualifications Level 1 Award in Hospitality and Catering
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by Gateway Qualifications. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 498 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 1
Awarding Body
Gateway Qualifications
Syllabus Units
20 Units
Guided Hours
498 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Basic Food Preparation and Cooking
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the principal methods of cooking
- Be able to prepare, cook and present simple dishes
2
Customer Service in the Hospitality Industry
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the benefits of good customer service
- Be able to communicate withcustomers in the hospitality environment
- Know the importance of good personal presentation
3
Digital Skills for Work
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use digital skills to handle work-related information.
- Be able to create and edit digital content for work-related purposes.
- Be able to use digital skills to communicate in a work context.
- Be able to work online and use digital devices safely and responsibly in a work context.5.
- Be able to identify and solve technical problems.
4
Food allergy and intolerance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about food allergy.2.
- Know the responsibilities of food businesses in the UK in relation to allergens.3.
- Know about food intolerances.
5
Food Service
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know different types of food service
- Be able to serve food
- Be able to work in a food service area
6
Front Office Operations
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the purpose of the front office
- Know the structure of the front office
- Be able to work in the front office
7
Handling Payments
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the role of a staff member in the payment process.2.
- Know how to process payments.3.
- Know how to cash up.4.
- Be able to handle payments.
8
Health and safety and food safety awareness in catering
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the importance of health and safety in a catering environment
- Know the importance of food safety in a catering environment
- Know how to keep self safe, clean and hygienic
- Know how to keep the work area clean and hygienic
9
Housekeeping and Guest Services
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the purpose of guest services
- Know the structure of guest services
- Be able to maintain and service accommodation facilities
10
Introduction to Food Commodities
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the main food commodities
- Know where the main food commodities can be obtained
- Know how the main food commodities should be stored
11
Introduction to the Hospitality Industry
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the structure of the hospitality industry
- Know the career opportunities in the hospitality industry
12
Meeting Special Dietary Needs
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know why some people have special dietary needs.
- Know the special dietary needs of different groups.
- Know how to meet the needs of people with special dietary needs.
13
Menu Planning
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to plan menus.
- Be able to plan a menu.
- Understand how to calculate the cost of main course.
14
Portering and Concierge Duties
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know what portering and concierge duties in hospitality involve.
- Know the importance of high standards of personal presentation in dealing with customers as a porter or concierge.
- Know the importance of following organisational policy and procedures as a porter or concierge.
15
Prepare and Cook Fish for Basic Dishes
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to prepare fish for a basic dish.2.
- Know about fish preparation.3.
- Be able to cook fish for a basic dish.4.
- Know about fish cookery.
16
Prepare and Cook Meat for Basic Dishes
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to prepare meat for a basic dish.2.
- Know about meat preparation.3.
- Be able to cook meat for a basic dish.4.
- Know about meat cookery.
17
Prepare and Cook Vegetables for Basic Dishes
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to prepare vegetables for a basic dish.2.
- Know about vegetable preparation.3.
- Be able to cook vegetables for a basic dish.4.
- Know about vegetable cookery.
18
Preparing and Serving Drinks
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to prepare and serve different drinks
- Be able to work in a drinks service area
19
Vegan diet
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about the vegan diet.2.
- Know about healthy eating for vegans.3.
- Be able to prepare and cook a basic vegan meal.
20
Vegetarian diet
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know about the vegetarian diet.2.
- Know about healthy eating for vegetarians.3.
- Be able to prepare and cook a basic vegetarian meal.
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/6506/7
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- Gateway Qualifications
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Sept 2020