Kaiapoi High School Kaiapoi High School

Level 2 Hospitality

L2HOSP
Course Description

Head of Faculty/Teacher in Charge: Mr J. Sopers, Mrs M. Vermeulen.

Recommended Prior Learning

This course has no prerequisites; open entry for all. Previous Food Technology, Hospitality or Food & Nutrition experience can be helpful, but not compulsory.


The Year 12 Hospitality course emphasises developing practical kitchen and espresso coffee beverage service skills. It will allow you to experience and participate in activities in various authentic contexts, with a strong focus on strengthening your knowledge of cookery methods, culinary creativity, food safety, and teamwork. It will enable you to gain insight into the hospitality sector and vocational pathways for the future.

Due to the practical nature of the course, students will prepare and cook in a commercial kitchen 2 periods a week. They will also gain experience working in the school C7 Cafe and involvement with community catering activities.  

Students will also be encouraged to compete in the ARA Food and Beverage competitions in June.

Course Overview

What is taught in courses varies from year to year. This course could include:
The main topics included are identified, and some may change.

Students will learn about the importance of Food Safety in ensuring the food we produce is safe to eat. This includes critical time and temperature control, cross-contamination and personal hygiene practices. Knife types, use and maintenance are also included. Many methods of cookery are included, with a particular focus on Frying and Grilling, along with food presentation skills. Students will also be introduced to commercial Espresso Coffee and alternative beverage making.



Faculties:

Technology


Assessment Information

The programme utilises six hospitality industry-recognised Unit Standards, which are awarded as Achieved or Not Achieved. There are no external assessments for this programme. The majority of assessments are practically orientated, with some short written tasks.

Pathway

Level 3 Hospitality

Career Pathways

Hotel/Motel Manager, Food Technologist, Cafe Worker, Food and Beverage Factory Worker, Event Manager, Meat/Seafood Process Worker, Cook, Baker, Butcher, Cafe/Restaurant Manager, Kitchenhand, Chef



			
					
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Disclaimer

        
Please note that courses will go ahead only if student numbers, staffing, and timetabling allow it.  Where a subject is oversubscribed, and there are insufficient numbers or resources to create an extra class, a ballot system may be applied.  
Costs
KHS aims to deliver educational courses over and above that which is funded by the Ministry, however parental contribution for the costs of trips and activities where participation is optional, and/or components not covered by the Government grant may be requested, and we appreciate the financial support our families make to the School.