Hospitality and Catering

If you’re passionate about food, creativity and great service, the University of Derby 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.

Why complete your Hospitality and Catering apprenticeship at Derby?

• Industry-connected learning: Benefit from our strong links with restaurants, hotels and hospitality businesses across the UK. You'll gain valuable insight into the latest trends, techniques and practices shaping the sector.
• Develop professional experience: Build your skills through work-based learning, applying your knowledge in real hospitality and catering environments. You'll gain the practical experience, confidence and professional behaviours needed to thrive in a customer-focused industry.
• Learn from hospitality professionals: 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.