Certificate II in Hospitality - VDSS

Considering working part time in hospitality? Looking for a short-term career path when you go off to university? Or perhaps you would like to take on a traineeship or apprenticeship after completing school? If you answered yes to any of these, then the Certificate II in Hospitality may be the course for you.

Undertaken as part of VET delivered in schools, Certificate II in Hospitality students will learn on campus one day per week to get the entry level skills and knowledge required to work in the hospitality industry, working in one of our first-class training restaurants with real customers. Our industry-experienced trainers will show what it takes to work in a top-notch cafe, pub, club or restaurant.

Entry Requirements

Literacy and Numeracy

Students should be working at, or close to, the expected level in Reading, Writing and Numeracy (e.g. around a Year 9 NAPLAN standard or equivalent). This ensures they can understand course materials and complete written tasks.

Physical capacity and mobility

Students may need a basic level of physical ability to take part in practical activities, such as kneeling on the floor and performing continuous chest compressions for a short period.

What students need to do to successfully complete the course, including assessment expectations.

Multiple-choice questions, short answer questions, problem solving activities, class discussions and practical demonstrations. Students serving food and beverage to customers. gaining responsible service of alcohol experience in real cafe scenario

Proposed Units

• SITXFIN007 Process financial transactions
• SITHFAB036 Provide advice on food
• SITHFAB027 Serve food and beverage
• SITHFAB022 Clean and tidy bar areas
• SITHFAB024 Prepare and serve non-alcoholic beverages
• SITHFAB021 Provide responsible service of alcohol
• SITXCCS011 Interact with customers
• SITHIND007 Use hospitality skills effectively
• SITHFAB025 Prepare and serve espresso coffee
• SITXCCS014 Provide service to customers
• SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
• SITXWHS005 Participate in safe work practices
• SITXCOM007 Show social and cultural sensitivity
• SITHIND006 Source and use information on the hospitality industry
• BSBTWK201 Work effectively with others

Clothing and Equipment

• Black, slip resistant dress shoes
• Uniform top, pants & apron will be supplied
• Students must have access to a computer and Internet along with access to the Microsoft Suite

Pathways

Here are the next steps you could take in your education pathway:

• Certificate III in Hospitality
• Diploma of Hospitality

Potential Job Outcomes

• Bar attendant
• Food & beverage attendant
• Porter
• Catering assistant