NCEA Level 3 Hospitality
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Drew McWhinnie.
Level 3 Hospitality, we will explore a range of topics. These include:
Applying knowledge of nutrition to menu planning
Meeting the nutritional needs of others
Developing an understanding of food choices and issues in an increasingly complex environment
Planning, preparing, cooking and serving food for informal and formal occasions
Managing a work area safely and efficiently.
There will be opportunities to show off your skills to family and friends.
You need to be able to work in a fast pace environment. Students are also expected to meet the hospitality industry requirements in relation to uniform for practical assessments. These requirements include wearing covered shoes, aprons, hair nets/chef’s hat, and no jewellery, artificial fingernails or nail polish.
You will be required to complete both practical and theoretical assessments.
We will develop many skills that employers are looking for. These include the ability to work in teams, good communication skills, resilience, good self-management skills, and thinking skills.
Recommended Prior Learning
You will have gained at least 14 credits or more in either Level 2 Hospitality. This is not compulsory, but it is highly desirable.
OR have an interview with the Teacher in Charge to determine the suitability of the course for your desired career pathway.
You are encouraged to seek practical experience in a commercial cooking environment.
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
Demonstrate knowledge of food contamination hazards, and control methods used in a food establishment
NZQA Info
Prepare and cook pickles, chutneys, and preserves in a commercial kitchen
NZQA Info
Demonstrate knowledge of nutrition in commercial catering
NZQA Info
Demonstrate knowledge of culinary products, terms, and food preparation methods
Disclaimer
Course availability is dependent on numbers and staffing, and course entry cannot be confirmed until the beginning of the 2025 school year.