L2 Food & Hospitality
L2FAH Subject DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Ryan Thom, Shital Wati, Karen Coleman.
Recommended Prior LearningPre-requisite - 12 credits in L1FAH or HOD approval
L2 Food and Hospitality is the gateway into learning the skills for Cafe work. Students will cook twice a week alongside 'front of house' lessons where they will learn and practice table service. Students will also learn Espresso coffee making skills and obtaining a Food Hygiene certificate.
This course will develop students to be well rounded in hospitality skills and help them gain employment in the industry. It contains a high level of relevant, contextualized learning using after school events and an industry based certificate.
Pre-requisite: 12 credits in L1FAH or HOD approval
Course costs: $65 for take home component
Subject Overview
Term 1
- Basic practical skills
- Introduction to table service
- Industry-standard food safety paper
- Salads
- Sandwiches
- First table service event
Term 2
- Coffee
- Pastries
- Breads
- Table service event
Term 3
- Cakes
- Sponge
- Scone
- Practical espresso coffee assessment
-Final table service event
Term 4
Gingerbread House competition
Pathway
Food & Hospitality has many different exciting and diverse Career pathways. This includes Chef, Barista to all the way up to restaurant or group manager. It can also be a great way to build self-confidence in your own skills and your ability to talk and interact with others. This course is designed to help you grow and progress and to help gain the skills and confidence necessary to find part or full time
Career PathwaysBaker, Cook, Holiday Park Manager, Bartender, Hotel/Motel Manager, Cafe Worker, Waiter/Waitress, Cafe/Restaurant Manager, Kitchenhand, Chef, Hotel Porter
Contributions and Equipment/StationeryMaterials Fee: $50
By taking this course you are agreeing to meet these requirements
Must have covered shoes for practical classes
Nails must be clean, short and not painted or decorated
Hair must be tied back