Catering and hospitality is one of the UK's biggest employers, spanning kitchens, cafés, bars, restaurants, hotels, pubs and contract catering. This foundation apprenticeship is a supported first step into the sector for people starting out, building the practical skills, knowledge and professional behaviours to work confidently in a kitchen or front-of-house team. It gives your new team members real experience from day one, coached one to one alongside their role, and a clear next step in their career.
Catering and hospitality level 2 foundation apprenticeship
Designed for people starting out
A supported first step for new team members in kitchens, cafés, bars, restaurants, hotels, pubs and contract catering, building the skills and confidence to contribute from day one.
Blended learning model
One-to-one coaching with an expert Lifetime coach, supported by face-to-face and remote delivery, alongside short weekly activities through Aptem, your online learning platform. Around 5 hours a week of dedicated off-the-job learning, in paid time.
Apprenticeship assessment
Achievement is confirmed through a knowledge test and a practical assessment, supported by a portfolio of evidence built during the apprenticeship. The apprenticeship is graded Pass.
What you'll learn
The programme covers four learning areas that build the knowledge, skills and behaviours to work safely and confidently in catering and hospitality.
Fundamentals of AI in the workplace built in our apprenticeship
Gain the core skills for leveraging AI today. With learning assets covering an introduction to AI, the latest advances in technology, and practical guidance on the skill of prompting, this bolt-on will immediately help you unlock new realities by understanding core AI concepts and applying them to enhance your daily efficiency and future innovation in your professional setting.
Could this hospitality and retail level 2 foundation apprenticeship be for you?
If you're starting out in the sector, or could be supported to during the apprenticeship, this programme could suit you.
- Are you employed in a catering or hospitality role, or about to be?
- Do you work in a kitchen, café, bar, restaurant, hotel, pub or similar setting?
- Are you ready to build practical skills and professional habits on the job?
- Do you want a recognised first step towards a career in catering and hospitality?
Why learn with Lifetime Training?
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Join 10,000 learners from over 400 companies across the UK in learning with Lifetime
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Online and in-person coaching and training
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Dedicated team of coaching experts
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Government funded apprenticeships and training programmes