Hospitality and Catering

If you’re passionate about food, creativity and great service, the University of Derby, Buxton, is the perfect place to start your career in the culinary and hospitality industry. Our courses are designed to help you build the skills, confidence and professionalism to succeed in fast-paced kitchen and service environments.

You’ll learn in seven industry-standard training kitchens and gain hands-on experience at Harpurs Bistro, our commercial training restaurant open to the public. From mastering the basics of food preparation to exploring advanced culinary techniques, you’ll develop the expertise needed to thrive in this exciting and rewarding sector.

Our strong connections with leading restaurants and hospitality venues across the UK mean you’ll benefit from guest speakers, workshops and live demonstrations from industry professionals. Many of our former students have gone on to become Head Chefs, restaurant managers and business owners, turning their passion into successful careers.

You’ll be taught by tutors with extensive real-world experience including chefs who have worked in prestigious kitchens and even cooked for the Royal Family. Their knowledge, creativity and enthusiasm will inspire you to reach your full potential.

Whether you’re taking your next step after school, already working in the industry, or looking for a new challenge, our courses will help you refine your skills, build confidence and take your career to the next level.