Ontario College Diploma in Hospitality Management - Food and Beverage (Co-op) (Co-op) in London Canada | Fanshawe College

Transform your passion for food and beverage management into a rewarding career with Fanshawe's Food and Beverage Management program. Designed for those with dedication and enthusiasm for crafting exceptional guest experiences, this immersive program equips you with essential management skills and hands-on training for exciting opportunities in Canada or internationally.
Over two years, this diploma program prepares you for diverse roles across the industry. Career paths span wineries, microbreweries, restaurants, hotels, resorts, conference centers, sports venues, cruise lines, and the expanding world of food and beverage e-commerce.
The curriculum emphasizes practical learning, covering bar operations, food service, beer tasting & brewing, menu costing & design, social media marketing, entrepreneurship, and management. Graduates earn globally recognized certifications in wine (WSET) and beer (Prud'homme), along with key industry credentials like Smart Serve, Safe Food Handling, and OTEC Service Excellence.
Gain real-world experience through industry connections and a semester-long co-op placement. Hone your skills at The Chef's Table, Fanshawe's cutting-edge restaurant and café at the London Downtown Campus, while building a portfolio of professional experience.
This Co-op program readies students for global food service careers through hands-on training in campus restaurants. Participants engage in daily operations of a modern restaurant, event planning, and catering. Coursework spans accounting, technology, cost control, HR management, marketing, and culminates in a comprehensive entrepreneurial project. Students also earn industry certifications including Smart Serve, Safe Food Handlers, First Aid CPR, and wine/beer sommelier qualifications.