New Zealand Certificate in Food and Beverage Service (Level 4) (Restaurant Services)

Program Overview

The New Zealand Certificate in Food and Beverage Service (Level 4) equips students with advanced skills for the hospitality sector. Through blended learning and work experience, students develop expertise in food and beverage service, menu design, and industry regulations. The program prepares individuals for entry-level positions in cafes, hotels, restaurants, and other customer-oriented businesses within the food and beverage industry.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Overview:

This program aims to equip students with the skills required to practice advanced food and beverage service in the hospitality sector. It is designed for those already employed in the industry looking to gain a qualification while working, or for other learners seeking work experience alongside on-campus workshops.

Objectives:

• Build on existing front-of-house knowledge
• Develop advanced food and beverage service skills
• Gain an understanding of the wider hospitality sector
• Learn about different food and beverage service styles
• Understand menu design, special dietary needs, and environmental sustainability
• Develop skills in preparing and serving hot and cold beverages
• Understand the importance of workplace health and safety, food safety, and security
• Develop knowledge about legislative compliance in the hospitality industry

Program Description:

The program combines one day of on-campus workshops per week and significant online resources. Students enrolled in the program are required to be employed or in work experience for a minimum of 12 hours per week. The curriculum content includes:

• Standard operating procedures
• Current industry practices
• Food and beverage service

Outline:

Content:

• Customer service skills
• Different food and beverage service styles
• Menu design
• Special dietary needs
• Environmental sustainability
• Hot and cold beverage preparation and service
• Workplace health and safety
• Food safety and security
• Legislative compliance in the hospitality industry

Structure:

The program is delivered through blended learning, with one day of on-campus workshops per week and significant online resources. Students are also required to be employed or in work experience for a minimum of 12 hours per week.

Unique Approaches:

The program emphasizes hands-on learning through a blend of on-campus workshops and embedded work experience.

Careers:

Career Options:

Potential career pathways include entry-level positions in various hospitality sectors:

• Cafes
• Hotels
• Restaurants
• Events centres
• Catering companies
• Other customer service-oriented businesses in the food and beverage industry

Opportunities and Outcomes:

The program equips students with the skills and knowledge necessary to pursue entry-level food and beverage service positions and further their careers within the hospitality industry or pursue further education and training.

Other:

Fees:

• Domestic Fees: $3,547 (2024 intake)
• International Fees: $13,050 (2024 intake, excluding insurance and administration)
• Students not currently in a relevant position will receive support from dedicated staff in finding placements and employment opportunities through industry partnerships.
• Students can use prior learning from workplace experiences, volunteering, or online courses to gain credits towards their qualifications.