Downpatrick · Apprenticeship
Hospitality & Catering in Downpatrick.
12 - 24 months. Levels 2 - 3. DfE-funded Apprenticeships NI programme.
About the programme.
Rutledge Training delivers the Hospitality & Catering apprenticeship from our Downpatrick centre, supporting learners across the wider Downpatrick area. Our tutors combine practical workshop delivery with workplace assessment and digital learning via the Rutledge Learning LMS, helping learners gain Diploma in Hospitality / Professional Cookery alongside the portable skills employers value.
Key facts.
- Type
- Apprenticeship
- Level
- Levels 2 - 3
- Duration
- 12 - 24 months
- Cost
- Free · DfE-funded
- Location
- Downpatrick
- Age range
- 16+
What you will achieve.
- 01Diploma in Hospitality / Professional Cookery
- 02Food Hygiene certification
- 03Pathway to chef de partie or supervisor
Who this is for.
Kitchen and front-of-house staff in NI restaurants, hotels and catering operations.
Frequently asked.
- Is Hospitality & Catering training in Downpatrick free?
- Yes, DfE-funded Apprenticeships NI programme. Eligibility depends on age, residency and prior qualifications. Speak to the Rutledge Downpatrick team to confirm.
- How long does the Hospitality & Catering programme take?
- 12 - 24 months. The exact length depends on the level you start at and your prior experience.
- Where is the Hospitality & Catering course delivered in Downpatrick?
- Training combines practical delivery at our Downpatrick centre (2 Church Street, Downpatrick, BT30 6EJ) with workplace-based learning, plus online content via the Rutledge Learning LMS.
- Do I need a job to start the Hospitality & Catering apprenticeship?
- Yes, Apprenticeships NI requires you to be employed in a relevant role. If you don't have a job yet, Rutledge Downpatrick can help match you with employer partners hiring apprentices.
- Who is this programme for?
- Kitchen and front-of-house staff in NI restaurants, hotels and catering operations.