Open Awards
    Level 1
    QN: 603/6102/5
    Curriculum Active

    Open Awards Level 1 Certificate in Hospitality and Catering Skills (RQF)

    Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by Open Awards. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 408 hours.

    Qualification Level
    Level 1
    Awarding Body
    Open Awards
    Syllabus Units
    18 Units
    Guided Hours
    408 hrs
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    Course Syllabus & Study Modules

    Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.

    1

    Assisting at a Hospitality Event

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to assist in the setting up of a hospitality event
    • Be able to serve at an event
    • Be able to assist in the break down of an event
    2

    Bookings, Orders and Payments

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know about taking bookings in hospitality
    • Know how to take a food order
    • Know the information that should appear on a customer bill
    • Know about different types of payment
    3

    Cleaning and Maintaining Facilities

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know how to prepare an area for cleaning .
    • Know how to report potential safety issues.
    • Be able to complete an identified cleaning task safely and efficiently
    4

    Customer Service in the Hospitality Industry

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know the benefits of good customer service
    • Be able to communicate with customers in the hospitality environment
    • Know the importance of good personal presentation
    5

    Event Planning

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know the requirements for planning an event
    • Be able to plan a hospitality event
    6

    Exploring Opportunities in Hospitality and Catering

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know about different job/voluntary roles available in the catering and hospitality sector
    • Know about own skills and attributes in relation to catering and hospitality
    7

    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
    8

    Food Preparation and Cooking

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know the principal methods of cooking
    • Be able to prepare, cook and present simple dishes
    9

    Food Safety and Storage

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know the importance of handling food safely
    • Know about the importance of personal hygiene when handling food
    • Know about the importance of cleaning a food work area
    • Know the importance of keeping food products safely
    • Be able to handle food safely
    10

    Health and Safety Awareness for Catering and Hospitality

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to demonstrate awareness of health and safety practices in the catering and hospitality workplace
    • Be able to identify Hazards in the workplace
    • Be able to follow health and safety procedures
    11

    Introduction to Barista Skills

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand the products and ingredients related to a barisa role
    • Be able to make products for customers
    • Understand the importance of customer service in the barista role
    12

    Introduction to the Catering and Hospitality Industry

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know the different sectors of the catering and hospitality industry
    • Know the relevant qualifications, training and experience for employment within the industry
    13

    Kitchen Equipment

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know about different types of kitchen equipment
    • Be able to select and use kitchen equipment
    14

    Meeting Special Dietary Needs

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know the special dietary needs of different groups
    • Know how to meet the needs of people with special dietary needs
    15

    Menu Planning

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know how to plan for menu content
    • Be able to plan a menu
    • Know how to calculate the cost of main course
    16

    Sustainability in Hospitality

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know about sustainability in the hospitality industry
    • Know how sustainability can be improved in the hospitality industry
    17

    Using Cooking Skills in the Kitchen

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand how to plan and cost nutritionally balanced meals
    • Be able to use a variety of food preparation methods
    • Be able to use fresh ingredients and convenience foods
    • Be able to use and maintain a range of kitchen equipment
    • Understand the importance of health and safety in a kitchen
    18

    Working Effectively as Part of a Hospitality Team

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know how to plan and organise own work
    • Know how to work effectively with team members
    • Be able to plan and organise own work
    • Be able to work effectively with team members

    Regulatory & Verification Details

    Qualification Number (QN)
    603/6102/5
    Regulated Status
    Available to learners
    Awarding Body
    Open Awards
    Qualification Type
    Vocationally-Related Qualification
    Operational Start
    Aug 2020