Food & Beverage Practical Skills Training

Excellent customer service is one of the biggest competitive advantages in the hospitality industry. This practical induction programme has been designed to equip learners with the essential skills, knowledge and confidence to work professionally in hotels, restaurants, cafés, bars and other hospitality settings. Through hands-on training and realistic workplace scenarios, participants will develop the practical service skills employers value while delivering an exceptional customer experience.


Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for:


Hospitality jobseekers
New hospitality staff
Hotel, restaurant, café and bar employees
Hospitality teams requiring refresher training
Front-of-house and customer service staff
Employers looking to upskill their teams
Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Deliver professional customer service in a hospitality environment
  • Communicate confidently with guests in person and over the telephone
  • Demonstrate excellent personal presentation and hygiene standards
  • Welcome, seat and assist customers professionally
  • Take and serve food and beverage orders accurately
  • Set and clear tables to industry standards
  • Recommend and upsell menu items appropriately
  • Serve food and beverages with confidence and professionalism
  • Respond effectively to customer queries and complaints
  • Represent their organisation as a positive ambassador while delivering an excellent guest experience

Delivery Method
Classroom-based learning
Practical hands-on activities
Interactive demonstrations
Role play and workplace scenarios
Group discussion and trainer feedback
Course Content
Participants will learn how to:
  • Deliver excellent customer service
  • Use professional telephone etiquette
  • Maintain high standards of personal hygiene
  • Demonstrate positive body language and communication
  • Meet, greet and seat guests professionally
  • Present menus confidently
  • Set tables correctly
  • Take food and beverage orders accurately
  • Serve drinks professionally
  • Upsell food and beverages naturally
  • Present and pour wine correctly
  • Serve food professionally
  • Check guest satisfaction during service
  • Clear and reset tables efficiently
  • Present bills professionally
  • Handle customer complaints with confidence
  • Express appreciation to customers
  • Represent the business as a positive brand ambassador


Duration

This course can be delivered over


One full day or
Two half days
With scheduling tailored to suit your business requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions

No. This course is suitable for beginners as well as those looking to refresh their hospitality skills.

Yes. The course includes practical activities, role play and realistic hospitality scenarios to develop confidence and workplace-ready skills.

Training can be delivered at your workplace or at a suitable training venue.

The course can be delivered over one full day or two half days, depending on your operational requirements.

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