Quick facts
| Qualification type | City and Guilds Level 3 Extended Diploma |
| Duration | 1 year |
| Study times | You will be expected to be in college for a minimum of 3 days per week, from 9:00 to 4:15. Your timetable will be confirmed at induction. Some evening work will be required. |
| Entry requirements | Entry is by interview with a minimum of 4 GCSE passes at grade 9 to 4, or a Level 2 or an equivalent qualification. A successful induction period will also be required for each student to ensure that they are on the appropriate pathway. |
| Campus | Edmunds Restaurant, Main West Suffolk College Campus, Bury St Edmunds |
| Work placements | Yes |
Is it for me?
Embark on an exhilarating journey towards your dream career in the dynamic world of events management! Are you a passionate young individual aged 16-19, bursting with enthusiasm and a flair for people skills? Look no further, as our exciting qualification is tailor-made for you, offering a quick and rewarding path to management!
Over a span of just two action-packed years, our course will ignite your passion and equip you with the essential knowledge and skills needed to excel as an Events Manager and Supervisor. But that's not all! We go the extra mile to ensure your success by helping you build valuable industry connections that will pave the way for your future career prospects.
Imagine learning from industry experts, networking with influential professionals, and gaining firsthand insights from those who have already made their mark in the field. Our award-winning college restaurant, a cornerstone of our program, provides you with a unique opportunity to experience the day-to-day operations of a real-world hospitality establishment. This invaluable hands-on experience will equip you with the practical skills and knowledge needed to thrive in your future career.
By working in our AA-accredited college restaurant, you'll gain valuable exposure to diverse events, refine your customer service expertise, and hone your managerial acumen. This immersive experience serves as a launchpad for a variety of exciting career paths in the industry. Whether you aspire to open your own cafe bistro, manage the front of house in a Michelin starred restaurant, or curate awe-inspiring music festivals, our program provides you with a solid foundation to pursue your dreams.
Don't miss this incredible opportunity to kickstart your career, build invaluable industry connections, and gain hands-on experience that sets you apart from the competition. Join us now and embark on a transformative educational journey where you'll develop your people skills, embrace leadership, and discover a fast track to management. Get ready to seize your future and make your mark in the exhilarating realm of events management!
What you'll learn
Supervisory skills including:
- Planning and delivering hospitality events
- Team leadership and development
- People management
- Customer service
- Understanding business operations: types of hospitality businesses and finance
- Supervising diverse types of food and beverage service
- Supervising the restaurant reception
- Supervising the beverage service including
- Service of beer, wines, and spirits
- Serving cocktails
- Barista service
- Legislation and regulations that affect you and your team
- Gastronomy and the dining experience including
- What is gastronomy?
- What influences people's choices of food and drink?
- Specialist table service techniques
- Beverage and food matching
- Current trends in eating and drinking
Health and safety and food safety including:
- Legislation that impacts on you and your team
- Practices and procedures that will protect the business, you, your team and customers
- How to deal with customer requirements such as those with special dietary requirements or access requirements?
- Safe storage, display and service of food and beverages
Equipment required for the course
Full Front of House Uniform (details given at enrolment).
Work experience placements
All students will do work related experience within Edmunds Restaurant and an external placement of 40 hours. Some evening work is required
Assessment
Assessments are undertaken throughout the year, including practical observations short answer test and written assignments.
Further study
- Professional Cookery VRQ 2
- Hospitality Operations NVQ 2
- Hospitality Supervision and Event Management Diploma Level 3
- Patisserie and Confectionary Diploma Level 3
- Professional Chefs Advanced Diploma Level 3
Example careers
- Event assistant
- Food and Beverage Supervisor
- Restaurant Supervisor
- Bar Supervisor
- Front of House Supervisor
- Conference and Event Supervisor
- Site Supervisor
Days & times
Starting September 2025