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Pathways to Hospitality

The Nelson Training Centre is a provider of training to the hospitality industry. We offer free training courses to those who meet the entry requirements and we offer a pathway to hospitality based employment opportunities.
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At The Nelson Training Centre we offer NZQA accredited courses.
  • New Zealand Certificate in Hospitality (Level 2)
  • NCEA Vocational Pathways (Service Sector) - Level 2
We have a roll-in, roll-out policy so students can enrol at any time throughout the year. Our course dates are from January to December.

Course Topics

Food Preparation:
  • Food Handling
  • Safety & Hygiene
  • Routines
  • Cooking Techniques
  • Baking Skills
  • Salad & Vegetable Preparation
  • Food Costs & Sources
Restaurant and Cafe Skills:
  • Table Service
  • Beverage Service
  • Wine Service
  • Cafe / Espresso Skills
  • Customer Service
Workplace Experience:
  • Back Alley Cafe
  • Local Job Placement
  • Apprenticeships
Learning Skills:
  • Hospitality Terminology
  • Structures & Routines
  • Industry Expectations
  • Employers Expectations
  • Pathway Action Plans

Course Entry Requirements

  • A desire to explore the hospitality industry as a career path - no previous experience needed
  • A willingness to contribute as part of a team.
  • Meeting either Training Opportunities or Youth Training criteria.
For 16 - 19 year olds please bring with you:
  • Birth Certificate
  • School Leaving Certificate or Exemption Letter
Contact Nelson Training Centre for more information or to enrol in these courses, The Tertiary Education Commission funds free training for 16 - 19 year olds.
Contact Us
Nelson Training Centre & Back Alley Cafe Crisps Lane 138 Hardy Street Nelson 7010
neltrain@xtra.co.nz
03 546 7636
Postal Address: PO Box 355Nelson 7010
Back Alley Cafe Opening Times: 11:30AM - 1:30PM Thursdays during the school term
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