Food and Beverage Services NC II is a technical-vocational program that trains students on the preparation of food plans and meals for restaurants, hotels, canteens, banquets and functions, and basically any establishment that serves food to a large number of people.

The program teaches students how to properly welcome guests and take food and beverage orders, promote food and beverage products and provide food and beverage service to guests.

This program educates students about kitchen/service area procedures and protocols and the general routine and responsibilities in the food and beverage department. More importantly, students are properly oriented on how to receive and handle guest concerns. The Food and Beverage Services NCII program also develops students’ skills in bar operation and maintenance and cocktail preparation and mixing.

The Food and Beverage NCII program is supervised and accredited by TESDA (a government agency that regulates vocational courses), and TESDA-accredited education institutions may offer this program.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Food and Beverage Services NC II program are equipped with the skills and knowledge to work in a variety of hospitality and service-oriented environments. Possible career paths include:

• Waiter or waitress in restaurants, hotels, or cafés.
• Room service attendant in lodging and resort establishments.
• Banquet server for events, functions, and conferences.
• Barista in coffee shops and specialty beverage outlets.
• Bartender assistant in bars, lounges, and restaurants.
• Food and beverage attendant in various hospitality venues.
• Fine dining server in upscale or luxury restaurants.
• Buffet attendant in hotels, casinos, or cruise ships.
• Catering staff for private, corporate, or off-site events.
• Restaurant host or hostess managing guest seating.
• Cruise ship dining staff serving international guests.
• Entrepreneur in your own food service or catering business.