This qualification recognises people who have the competencies required for
working in food and beverage service operations. It is awarded to people who
have demonstrated the skills and knowledge required to use English
communication to assist colleagues and guests, apply knowledge of jobs and
career pathways in the hospitality industry and receive, store, rotate and
control stock and supplies. Skills and knowledge specific to food and
beverage service include food safety, portion control, serving food and
beverage and applying food and beverage knowledge across a range of
hospitality establishments.

This qualification is designed to be accessible and flexible. The entry
requirement is a certificate 2 in any of the registered Hospitality qualifications.
The certificate 3 qualification includes core and elective unit standards that
enable the holder to show specific competencies in core hospitality operations
and food and beverage service operations across a range of hospitality
establishments.