Food and Hospitality, Level 2
HOS2 Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Whaea D. Phillips.
Recommended Prior LearningStudents do not need to have studied Food and Hospitality at Level 1 to enrol in this course.
Food and Hospitality Level 2
This course aims to assist young people to further develop the foundation skills required to enter the food industry. You will learn a variety of skills and knowledge related to the food and beverage sectors of the food industry. This is an exciting course aimed at students whose goal is to enter the food industry or simply develop life skills that will enhance personal well-being beyond school.
There will be checkpoints throughout the year to monitor student progress and give feedback, students are expected to complete up to date assignment and practical skills to be ready for each checkpoint. Food and Hospitality, is internally assessed and evidence for each Unit Standard is collected over a period of time and will include practical and knowledge assessment.
There is an expectation that students will work safely and respectfully following our school Tikanga/Values.
Course Overview
Term 1
Hone your knife skills and prepare fancy vegetable cuts and delicious salads for service.
Term 2
Explore international cuisine while preparing safe food for service.
Food safety.
Term 3
Prepare baked food items and espresso beverages.
Term 4
Complete practical assessments for espresso beverages.
Assessment Information
There will be 1 assessment opportunity each for the written and practical components, and 2 resubmission opportunities where there are minor areas for improvement.
Waiter/Waitress, Cafe/Restaurant Manager, Chef, Maitre d’Hotel, Baker, Bartender, Cafe Worker
Contributions and Equipment/StationeryStudents are asked to bring a pen to classes. You will be provided with all of the learning and assessment materials required for this course including ingredients. Students are then asked to bring a container to take home the delicious kai/food products that they have made.