The Certificate in Food and Beverage Service Level 3 (Work Integrated) is designed to enhance your food and beverage skills in the workplace. It includes a training agreement involving your employer and Ara | Te Pūkenga with an individual training plan and regular feedback. Students receive on-job training and coaching from employers and industry professionals, supplemented by practical training at specialist barista labs, training restaurants, cafes, and an online barista package. Assessment is practical and workplace-based. The programme has open entry with English language requirements. Core courses include Food and Beverage Core Skills, Barista Service, and Restaurant Service. Graduates gain comprehensive skills for hospitality careers and can progress to Level 4 Food and Beverage or Diploma in Hospitality Management. The course is part-time over 18 weeks with 40 credits at NZQA Level 3. It is free if working a minimum of 20 hours per week in food and beverage and not enrolled in other tertiary programmes.

Course Content

• Food and Beverage Core Skills (20 credits)

• Barista Service (20 credits)

• Restaurant Service (20 credits)

• On-job training and workplace coaching

• Skill development in food and beverage service techniques

• Use of specialist barista labs and training restaurants

• Online barista training package

• Practical, on-job assessment opportunities

• English language proficiency requirements

• Pathways to NZ Certificate Level 4 and Diploma in Hospitality Management