New Zealand Certificate in Food and Beverage Service (Level 3)
Food & Beverage
A course by
Otago Polytechnic
Gain the essential skills needed for working in the bar and café sector of the hospitality industry with hands-on training in cafes and work experience placements.
Online study
Flexible online learning from anywhere
Dunedin
It will take a total of 17 weeks
Core skills this course teaches
Apply basic service operations in food and beverage sector
Students will be able to describe and apply basic service operations in line with hospitality industry requirements.
Demonstrate professional café and bar service skills
Students will perform café and bar service including counter and table service, food preparation, and barista practice.
Understand hospitality work environments
What You're Signing Up For
This hands-on programme provides students with work-ready skills for entry-level food and beverage service roles in the hospitality industry. Training is delivered through on-site cafe and restaurant facilities, practical work, and an industry placement, covering key café and bar functions. Graduates will be ready for entry-level roles in New Zealand and internationally. Open entry with specific English requirements for international students.
Course Content
- Practical café and bar service training
- Counter and table service operations
- Food preparation
- Cocktail and bar service
- Barista skills
- Industry work experience placement
- Professional health and safety practices
What you need to know first
Open entry
International students will be individually assessed for readiness
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Hospitality
Food & Beverage
Future employment opportunities might be
Qualified food and beverage attendant
Entry-level café service staff
Bar attendant
Otago Polytechnic is known for high quality, hands on learning that leads to strong outcomes. With excellent student satisfaction, high graduate employment rates, and a commitment to sustainability, it’s a place where practical skills meet purpose. Their award winning programmes span design, fashion, creative arts, trades, health, and business, giving you real experience and real confidence for whatever comes next.