Develop the skills needed for a successful career in hospitality and catering through hands-on training in our on-site restaurant, The Stables. Gain real experience in both kitchen and front of house roles while learning from expert tutors in a professional working environment. With industry-standard facilities and practical experience at the heart of the course, you'll be well prepared for employment or further study in this fast-paced sector.

Having been here for two years I have gained a lot of knowledge regarding preparing, cooking and plating up various dishes. I feel really privileged to have been chosen to represent the catering department at various events where I showed off my skills including the Young Restaurant Team of the Year competition where I was a semi-finalist. With my qualifications and experience I will pursue my career and hopefully one day own my own patisserie business.

Hollie Campkin

Hospitality & Catering Student

5-star training

Our Hospitality & Catering facilities are the only training kitchens of their kind in this part of Hertfordshire, offering courses up to Level 3 in Advanced Professional Cookery and a Level 2 Diploma in Hospitality Services.

Award-Winning Restaurant

Train in our professional restaurant, The Stables Restaurant, led by our award-winning chefs. Learn the professional skills required to provide an outstanding dining experience.

Careers after college

Example job roles:

Chef
Nutritionist
Chocolatier
Baker
Pastry Chef
Product Development
Waiting Staff

Hospitality & Catering News

Keep up-to-date with all the latest Hospitality & Catering News

News: 16 October 2026

Onslow St Audrey’s Students Enjoy Hospitality and Catering Masterclass

GCSE Food Technology students from Onslow St Audrey’s School enjoyed a culinary masterclass in cooking and presentation led by Oaklands College Head Chef, Martin West.

News: 02 October 2026

Oaklands College Welcomes Local Schools for First School Explorer Event of the Year

Oaklands College welcomed more than 80 students and staff from four local secondary schools to its St Albans Campus for the first School Explorer Event of the academic year.

News: 15 September 2026

Jersey Farm Residents Association Visits Oaklands College

Over the summer break, we were delighted to welcome members of the Jersey Farm Residents Association to Oaklands College for a bespoke tour of our St Albans campus. The visit gave residents the opportunity to discover more about the College, our facilities and the wide range of opportunities available to both our students and the wider community.

News: 05 July 2026

Catering & Hospitality Students Experience Farm-to-Table Excellence at Jimmy’s Farm & Wildlife Park

19 Level 1 and Entry Level Catering & Hospitality students recently enjoyed an inspiring industry visit to Jimmy’s Farm & Wildlife Park in Ipswich, Suffolk, gaining valuable insight into hospitality, food provenance, sustainability and careers within the industry.

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