Level 2 Event Operations WJEC

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32 topics in 10 modules

☑️ The Hospitality and Catering Industry 4 topics
- The structure of the hospitality and catering industry
- Types of establishments
- Job roles and responsibilities
- Industry trends
☑️ Operations within the hospitality and catering industry 3 topics
- Kitchen operations
- Front of house operations
- Food and beverage service
☑️ Health, Safety, and Hygiene in the hospitality and catering industry 4 topics
- Personal hygiene
- Cleaning and disinfection
- Prevention of accidents and injuries
- Food safety
☑️ The role of the environmental health officer (EHO) 3 topics
- Inspections and reports
- Enforcement actions
- Working with the EHO
☑️ Nutrition and menu planning 3 topics
- Nutritional needs and healthy diets
- Nutrient content of food
- Menu planning
☑️ Food preparation and cooking methods 3 topics
- Food preparation techniques
- Cooking methods
- Food presentation
☑️ Customer needs and preferences 3 topics
- Customer types and their needs
- Dietary requirements
- Inclusivity and accessibility
☑️ Operate a safe working environment 3 topics
- Health and safety legislation
- Risk assessments
- Control and monitoring of hazards
☑️ Menu planning and costing 3 topics
- Menu planning process
- Costing menu items
- Pricing strategies
☑️ Sustainability and environmental impact in the hospitality and catering industry 3 topics
- Resource efficiency
- Waste management
- Reducing the environmental impact

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The Structure of the Hospitality and Catering Industry

Introduction to the Industry

Comprises diverse types of businesses including hotels, restaurants, pubs, clubs and bars, contract catering, and hospitality services.
These businesses may be categorised into the private sector, public sector, and not-for-profit, or voluntary sector.
Food service management/contract catering caters to other industries such as health, education, sports/stadiums, and workplaces.

Commercial Sector

Dominated by privately run businesses aiming to make a profit.
Includes businesses like hotels, restaurants, fast food outlets, pubs, and nightclubs.
Main aim is to make a profit through provision of food, drink, and sometimes accommodation.
Food and beverage businesses can be standalone or part of an accommodation provision like a hotel.

Accommodation Sector

Includes a broad range of types from larger hotels to bed and breakfast establishments.
Types of accommodation include: hotels, bed & breakfasts, guest houses, holiday rentals, hostels, caravan and camping sites, and serviced apartments.
Accommodation can be graded by different rating systems, often based on service, facilities, and cleanliness.

Contract Catering Sector

Also known as food service management.
Provides services to specific sectors like education, healthcare, and sports facilities.
Examples include school caterers, hospital catering services, and food providers at sports events.
Catering is provided as part of a contract, and revenue comes from the contract fee rather than directly from customers.

Public Sector

Includes hospitality services within institutions like hospitals, schools, and armed forces.
Often managed by contract caterers.
Some public sector catering is in-house, particularly in smaller institutions like primary schools.

Non-profit/Voluntary Sector

Comprises hospitality services in charities, fundraising events, and community initiatives.
Often staffed by volunteers, though some larger organisations may have paid staff.
Examples include charity fundraisers, soup kitchens, and local community cafes.

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