This industry-accredited certificate covers the full spectrum of food and beverage service, from kitchen and food management to bar operations, menu planning, and wine appreciation. Designed for aspiring…
This industry-accredited certificate covers the full spectrum of food and beverage service, from kitchen and food management to bar operations, menu planning, and wine appreciation. Designed for aspiring…
Practical, job-relevant skills for these roles. As a professional development course, it builds capability in this field rather than guaranteeing a specific role or salary.
Possible career directions only; no specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed. Where you go depends on your experience, the employer and your location.
Introduction to Human Nutrition & Cooking
Kitchen and Food Management
Planning a Menu
Scope and Nature of Catering Services & Personnel Management
Management of Catering Services
Introduction to the Bar Industry
Alcoholic Beverages
Non-Alcoholic Beverages
Mixing Drinks & Service Procedures
Fundamentals of Wine Appreciation
Learn menu planning techniques for different scenarios
Understand proper stock management
What you’ll typically need to get started.
Requirements can vary by intake and pathway, so submit an enquiry to confirm what applies to you.
Upon completion, students receive a Certificate of Achievement from The Career Academy, accredited by ICOES, the CPD Standards Office, and endorsed by the Institute of Hospitality. The Career Academy is also a member of the International Approval & Recognition Council.
Students have unlimited access to tutor support via phone and email during business hours throughout their studies.
Upon enrolment, students receive instant access to the Career Centre, including CV templates, a free personalised CV review, job tips, interview preparation, and connections to top recruiters and employers.
The course is fully online and self-paced, allowing students to study whenever suits them with 24/7 course access.
Upon enrolment, students receive a virtual Student ID card providing access to over 150,000 discounts on food, entertainment, travel and more in New Zealand and around the world.
Students gain free access to over 50 eBook titles to enhance their learning and knowledge.
Upon completion, graduates can verify their qualification via SEEK Pass and share it on SEEK to stand out to employers as a qualified, job-ready candidate.
Optional upgrade offering expert career coaching, a personalised career plan, LinkedIn profile review, and proven job-search strategies.
The Career Academy offers an online Career Centre providing career coaching, CV reviews, interview preparation, job search resources, and LinkedIn profile reviews. Students have access to a Career Success Hub, Business Hub, and Self Service Resource Hub. The centre includes one-to-one coaching from dedicated career support staff and is available to all students during and after their studies.
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This industry-accredited certificate covers the full spectrum of food and beverage service, from kitchen and food management to bar operations, menu planning, and wine appreciation. Designed for aspiring hospitality professionals, it equips learners with practical skills to work across a broad range of hospitality businesses or develop their own catering venture. Graduates can pursue roles such as Food and Beverage Attendant, Barista, Waitstaff, and Hospitality Floor Supervisor.
Enquire about this course and a course advisor from The Career Academy NZ will be in touch with pricing and next steps.
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Last updated: July 2026