Food and Drink
About the Department
The Food and Drink department offers a range of courses that allow students to train in cookery, bakery, food and beverage service, hospitality and catering, and patisserie and confectionery. Students train in professional kitchens and gain opportunities to sell their creations at the student shop and work in a contemporary commercial restaurant.
Highlighted Courses
Baker Apprenticeship Level 2
This programme will focus on making bread products in an industrial, in-store or craft bakery environment.
Hospitality Team Member Apprenticeship Level 2
This programme allows students to work in the hospitality sector. Hospitality team members carry out a range of general and specialist roles within ho...
Butcher Apprenticeship Level 2
This programme will allow students to work in butchery which is a highly skilled profession. Butchers display understanding about a range of meat sp...
Commis Chef Apprenticeship Level 2
This programme will allow students to train in the kitchen to become commis chefs. A commis chef learns how to carry out the basic functions in every ...
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Facilities
World-class kitchens, showcase opportunities in the student shop, and a flourishing commercial restaurant.
FAQs
Will I get to train with a Michelin star chef?
You will work alongside experienced professional chefs from the region and gain a first-class experience with us.
What are the progression routes from these courses?
Progression routes are available from Entry Level through to Level 3 within the department.
What food and drink courses are available at Leeds City College?
We offer a wide variety of food-focused courses including: Hospitality and Catering, Professional Food and Beverage Service, Professional Bakery, Professional Cookery, Professional Patisserie & Confectionery, and Hospitality, Supervision and Leadership.
Does the college offer any financial support for students?
Yes, students can apply for the college bursary which can pay for travel passes, college meals and trips. Students with children can also gain support with childcare to support their studies.
Which campus are you based at?
As part of the School of Travel, Food & Drink, we are based at Printworks Campus.
Safeguarding
We are committed to making sure all students and staff are protected from harm. All staff are trained in safeguarding and child protection and our dedicated safeguarding team is on hand for advice and support. Don’t stay silent, we are here for you.
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Locations
This department is part of School of Travel, Food & Drink and can be found at the following locations:
Facts
There are 41,219 jobs in the hospitality and catering sector in Leeds, the number of jobs is predicted to grow by 3.3% by 2024. (EMSI, 2019)
By 2024, the butchery labour market in Leeds is predicted to grow by 4.4% compared with the national labour market growth prediction of 3%. (EMSI, 2019)
Students get to gain real practical cooking and service experience by running a restaurant service at the Student Spotlight event at Printworks Kitchen & Bar.
As a Food and Drink student, there are plenty of opportunities to showcase your creations of bread, pastries, and more at the student shop at Leeds City College.
Staff Focus
Fabrice Teston
Apprenticeships
Commis Chef Apprenticeship Level 2
This programme will allow students to train in the kitchen to become commis chefs. A commis chef learns how to carry out the basic functions in every ...
Butcher Apprenticeship Level 2
This programme will allow students to work in butchery which is a highly skilled profession. Butchers display understanding about a range of meat sp...
Hospitality Team Member Apprenticeship Level 2
This programme allows students to work in the hospitality sector. Hospitality team members carry out a range of general and specialist roles within ho...
