Training organisations

An independent qualification for professional chefs designed and delivered by industry for industry in order to provide the national benchmarks that will define, develop and promote craft skills.

Professional association for head chefs, pastry chefs, restaurant managers and quality suppliers. Concerned with raising standards and public awareness of food, food provenance, cooking and service, as well as helping to attract young people into the industry through education and training programmes.

Professional body for front of house staff – including food and wine waiting staff and bar assistants. Its aim is to improve the basic knowledge of restaurant staff. Provides skills seminars and training programmes.

Armadillo Training is committed to providing quality, innovative training and support. Our courses are fully accredited by the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health, Health and Safety Executive and Royal Society for the Promotion of Health, and can be tailored to your individual business needs.We are specialists in Health & Safety, Food Hygiene and First Aid training, offering one-stop solutions to ensure the safety of your company, your employees and visitors.

Chefs’ association that can trace its history back to 1845. Run by chefs, for chefs. Its aims are to maintain professional standards of cuisine and to encourage learning and skills.

The aim of the Best Practice Forum is to encourage businesses in the hospitality, leisure, travel and tourism industry to introduce new ideas and innovations by adopting or adapting best practice – so raising their efficiency, productivity and competitiveness.