Launch your career in hospitality with our Hospitality Essentials program. This practical, entry-level course prepares participants with the foundational knowledge, food safety awareness, and industry understanding required to step confidently into cafés, restaurants, clubs, hotels, and event venues.

Designed for jobseekers and new entrants to the industry, this program combines nationally recognised training with real-world hospitality expectations - ensuring participants are job-ready from day one.

What You’ll Learn:

• Understand the structure and expectations of the hospitality industry.
• Work effectively in a team-based hospitality environment.
• Follow workplace policies, procedures, and service standards.
• Apply safe food handling practices and personal hygiene requirements.
• Identify food safety hazards and control risks in service environments.
• Develop communication and customer service skills for front-of-house roles.

Nationally Accredited Units:

• SITHIND005 – Use hygienic practices for hospitality service
• SITXFSA005 – Use hygienic practices for food safety

Upon successful completion, participants receive a Statement of Attainment for the above nationally recognised units. These credentials demonstrate foundational industry capability and compliance with food safety standards required in hospitality venues.

Delivery Duration & Times:

4 days; Monday - Friday 9am - 3.30pm

Employment Pathways – Get Connected:

This program prepares participants for entry-level roles including:

• Food and beverage attendant
• Waitstaff
• Café or restaurant team member
• Functions and events support staff
• Quick service restaurant crew member

For participants seeking roles in licensed venues, we recommend completing Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) and Responsible Conduct of Gambling (RCG). Check out our RSA and RCG course calendar for upcoming dates and enrolment options.

Learning Sphere Training Solutions works closely with hospitality employer partners to connect participants with real job opportunities upon completion.

Our programs are designed to build confidence, professionalism, and industry readiness - supporting sustainable employment outcomes.

No Formal Pre-Requisites

There are no formal pre-requisites for this course. Participants must meet basic language, literacy, and numeracy requirements and be suitable for working in hospitality environments.

Program Features:

• Nationally recognised training aligned to industry standards.
• Practical, scenario-based learning activities.
• Experienced hospitality trainers with industry background.
• Small group delivery for personalised support.
• Employment pathway focus with employer engagement opportunities.