Catering and Hospitality

Step into the world of catering and hospitality with confidence

Pathways to success in professional kitchens, restaurants and front-of-house.

At New City College, Catering and Hospitality courses immerse you in professional kitchens and restaurants, including OKN1 and Rouge. Train with expert chefs and front-of-house teams and tap industry links through the Worshipful Company of Cooks, building in-demand skills, equipment know-how and connections. Beyond a qualification, international trips and competitions help you sharpen your craft and stand out.

  • Train in Award-Winning Restaurants

    Gain hands-on experience at our renowned OKN1 and Rouge restaurants, working alongside expert chefs and participating in high-profile external catering events 

  • Learn from Professional Chefs

    You’ll be mentored by hospitality managers and experienced chefs who have worked in the industry and you’ll learn advanced cooking techniques, menu planning, kitchen management and restaurant etiquette, ensuring you gain the knowledge and skills that make you stand out from the crowd 

  • Competitions and Opportunities

    Take part in live cook-off finals in national contests such as the UK Student Chef Challenge and WorldSkills UK, where our students have won multiple golds. Take advantage of free work experience opportunities abroad, such as in Thailand or Italy. Prepare and cook food for VIPs at special events and meet visiting celebrity chefs like Omar Allibhoy and Angela Hartnett OBE

  • Real-World Experience at Live Events

    Build confidence and refine your skills by preparing and serving meals to paying customers at special themed restaurant evenings, giving you a true taste of working in the catering industry

  • The World is your Oyster!

    Join our successful former students who have gone on to work in Michelin-starred restaurants, launch thriving catering businesses, or manage top London hotels. Our courses provide clear routes to success, including progression to higher-level qualifications

OKN1

Hoxton Street, London N16 6LR
OKN1
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Suitable for16-18 Courses (School Leavers)
Course locationHackney Campus, Redbridge Campus
Suitable for16-18 Courses (School Leavers)
Course locationHackney Campus, Redbridge Campus
Suitable for16-18 Courses (School Leavers)
Course locationHackney Campus, Redbridge Campus
Suitable for16-18 Courses (School Leavers)
Course locationHackney Campus, Redbridge Campus
Courses
Suitable for
Course location
Suitable forAdult Courses
Course locationRedbridge Campus
Suitable forAdult Courses
Course locationHackney Campus
Suitable forAdult Courses
Course locationHackney Campus
Suitable forAdult Courses
Course locationHackney Campus, Redbridge Campus
Suitable forAdult Courses
Course locationHackney Campus
Suitable forAdult Courses
Course locationHackney Campus
Suitable forAdult Courses
Course locationHackney Campus
Suitable forAdult Courses
Course locationHackney Campus
Suitable forAdult Courses
Course locationHackney Campus, Redbridge Campus