Hitchin-based Hospitality and Catering students recently took over the kitchen at Knebworth Golf Club for their Captain’s Dinner fundraising event.
The golf Captain’s charity of choice was Young Lives VS Cancer, which aims to raise money for young people suffering from this illness, as well as their families.
Over the course of the evening, students from North Hertfordshire College cooked and served a fine-dining menu for 132 guests, featuring ingredients sponsored by Riso Gallo, an organisation which often works with the College.
Under the guidance of the North Hertfordshire College Hospitality and Catering staff, Craft Guild Chef Lecturer of the Year, Anthony Gascoigne, commercial manager in Hospitality and Catering, Dave Brett-Lavelle, and Catering lecturer, Donna Ryan – Catering students customised their planned dishes to cater for any dietary requirement, ensuring that every guest could enjoy the courses on offer.
This learning opportunity allowed both Catering and Hospitality students to get a taste of catering at scale for a luxury event, adding to the list of real-life work experience they’ve gained during their time at college and demonstrating that they can fully deliver any type of brief.
Both front-of-house, and kitchen-based students received positive feedback, with one of North Hertfordshire College’s budding-chefs receiving a job offer from Knebworth Golf Course as a result.
Emma Brooke, the club operations manager at Knebworth Golf Club, said: “Thank you for an incredible night! It was very well received and a real success. A big thank you to Anthony, Dave, Donna, and especially all the students. We eagerly anticipate working with you again.”
Kacper Rudzinski, level three chef at North Hertfordshire College, commented: “It was a fantastic opportunity to take over the kitchen at Knebworth Golf Club. We served delicious food and successfully raised funds for the Young Lives vs Cancer charity. I am also pleased to share that I received a job offer to work as a chef at Knebworth Golf Course.
“This experience has been immensely rewarding, and I am grateful for the chance to support a great cause while having the opportunity to learn in a fast-paced environment.”
North Hertfordshire College embeds industry-focused learning opportunities into their curriculum delivery to help learners understand the current industry trends and requirements before progressing into employment.
About North Hertfordshire College
North Hertfordshire College is a careers-focused further education provider, graded Good with Outstanding features by Ofsted (Nov 2023), with campuses in Stevenage and Hitchin. We empower young people and adult learners to achieve their career goals with the help of our expert tutors, industry-standard facilities, and employer-focussed curriculum. Our full-time courses for 16+ school leavers, part-time adult professional and leisure courses, apprenticeships, and Ofsted-rated Outstanding Supported Studies provision are designed to meet the current and future demands of industries and the local economy.
About North Hertfordshire College’s Hospitality and Catering Department
Students on NHC’s Hospitality & Catering courses complement their theoretical and practical learning with on-campus work experience at The Meadows, a luxury fine-dining restaurant setting, and Hart Deli, a fast-paced snack shack.
Learners regularly participate in national competitions such as Zest Quest Asia and take part in work experience opportunities with industry heavyweights like Fortnum and Mason.
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About Young Lives VS Cancer
Young Lives vs Cancer helps children and young people (0-25) and their families find the strength to face whatever cancer throws at them.
They work hard to make sure each family has what they need to get through cancer. It could be a financial grant for a parent struggling to keep their child warm through their treatment or for a young person who can’t afford to get to hospital. Or helping a family stay together at one of their free Homes from Home close to the hospital where their child is having treatment.
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