3 Day Wine: Introduction to NZ Wine NZSFW Certificate in NZ Wine

Culinary, Wine & Hospitality 

Education in Auckland, New Zealand 

Level 3, 104 Customs Street West, Viaduct, Auckland 1010 

www.foodandwine.co.nz | P: +64 9 377 7961

Welcome to the New Zealand School of Food & Wine 

Founded by Celia Hay in 1995, the New Zealand School of 

Food & Wine has been educating the next generation of 

chefs, restaurant & café owners, wine professionals and 

food lovers. 

Located in Auckland’s viaduct, NZSFW offers small classes 

with an emphasis on hands-on practical experience. Our 

programmes give students a challenging, comprehensive 

education in the skills and techniques needed to succeed 

in hospitality, one of the world’s largest and most 

dynamic industries. 

Schedule of Courses 

Our programmes are taught by a team of industry 

professionals, chefs and sommeliers who are experts in 

their field and focused on the success of our students. 

As an authorised British WSET® Wine Award provider, our 

wine programmes will give you qualifications that are 

respected and recognised worldwide. 

My passion for great food, wine and education was the motivating force 

that led me to establish the New Zealand School of Food & Wine in 1995. 

In 2012, we have established a new campus fully-equipped with modern 

demonstration and practical kitchens, classrooms and barista and cafe 

training areas. 

Food and wine brings people together in a unique way. I believe it is in our 

nature to share and celebrate each day with what we eat. What is more, 

education remains the key tool to help people transform their lives. This 

wonderful combination of learning about cooking and wine can become a 

true recipe for personal fulfilment. 

Celia Hay 

Director 

1. NZQA Foundation Programme in Cookery & Hospitality - 28 weeks 

2. Certificate in Professional Wine Knowledge (Sommelier) - 12 weeks 

3. Short Wine Courses 

4 Certificate in Cookery - Advanced - 16 weeks 

5 Restaurant & Café Management - over 9 weekends 

6 Short Programms - Cookery & Hospitality 

Level 3, 104 Customs Street West, 

Auckland 1010, New Zealand 

PO Box 106-750, Auckland, 1143 

T: (+64) 9 377 7961 

E: nzsfw@foodandwine.co.nz 

W: foodandwine.co.nz

Foundation Programme in 

Cookery & Hospitality 

Gain the specialist skills you need to have an exciting career in 

culinary arts or hospitality and graduate with industry recognised 

and well respected qualifications. 

This intensive programme starts with 

all students studying the essentials of 

hospitality and cooking. 

HOSPITALITY 

In this component, you will learn what 

it takes to become one of the finest 

hospitality service professionals. 

• Restaurant service 

• Barista & Coffee 

• NZ Wine tasting 

• International Wine tasting 

• Cocktails & Mixology 

• Introduction to Beer 

• Food & Beverage pairing 

• Fine Dining service 

• Accommodation 

• Super Yacht interior crew training 

Work experience modules will enable you 

to observe, experience and work in some of 

Auckland’s premier restaurants. 

COOKERY 

In this programme you will learn essential 

baking skills that form the basis of café 

kitchen fare; muffins, tarts, pies and quiche 

as well as how to make soups, salads and 

specialist sauces such as mayonnaise, 

vinaigrette and jus. Workshops on meat 

cookery, artisan breads and desserts will 

also be covered. 

PATHWAYS TO FURTHER STUDY 

Graduates can return to NZSFW to study 

Advanced cookery or the Professional Wine 

(Sommelier) programme. 

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES 

Graduates will be able to work in all fields 

of their chosen specialisation including 

hotels, resorts, luxury lodges, cruise 

ships, international yachts, fine dining 

restaurants, cafés and caterers. 

INTERNSHIP PLACEMENT SERVICE 

All graduates have access to the NZSFW 

Internship Placement Service when it is 

time to seek employment. This service is 

also available for industry placements 

during your studies. 

FULL TIME | 28 WEEKS 

PROGRAMME START DATES 2013 

• 11 February 2013 - 23 August 

2013 

• 10 June - 20 December 2013 

QUALIFICATIONS GAINED 

• NZSFW Certificate in Cookery & 

Hospitality: Foundation 

• National Certificate in Food and 

Beverage (Level 3) 

• Licence Controller Qualification 

(LCQ) Unit Standards 

• NZSFW Certificate in Wine - 

Introduction 

• Food Safety Unit Standards 

• WSET® Foundation Award level 1 

ENTRY CRITERIA 

• Aged 17 or over 

• Upper intermediate level of 

English 

• Valid student visa for 

international students 

• English language pathways 

available 

COURSE FEES 

New Zealand Students/Australian 

Students: 

• NZ$6,665* 

• (Includes WSET® fees and texts) 

International Students: 

• NZ$14,950 

• (Includes WSET® fees and texts) 

* New Zealand students receive a subsidy 

from the New Zealand Government. 

New Zealand residents are eligible for 

student loans and allowances. Fees do 

not include knives, uniforms or personal 

equipment. This is estimated to be 

NZ$1000.



• 29 January - 19 April 2013 

• 20 May - 9 August 2013 

• 9 September - 29 November 2013 


• WSET® Intermediate Award in 

Wines & Spirits 

• WSET® Advanced Award in Wines 

& Spirits 

• NZSFW Certificate in Professional 

Wine Knowledge, Sommelier 



(LCQ) unit standards 


• University level of English 

• English Language pathways 

available 

• Aged 18 & over 



COURSE FEES 


Students: 


• + WSET® texts books and 

examinations of $1050 

• Total fees: NZ$4,725* 



• + WSET® texts books and 

examinations of $1050 

• Total fees: NZ$8,670 



New Zealand students are eligible for 

student loans and allowances. Fees include 

WSET® examination fees, textbooks, wine 

tastings, day trips and guest lectures. 

Professional Wine Knowledge, 

Sommelier 

New opportunities for careers in wine are becoming increasingly 

available, reflecting global interest and demand for fine wines. 

The New Zealand School of Food & Wine is the only WSET® authorised provider in 

New Zealand offering a 12 week classroom based teaching programme. WSET® is 

the qualification awarding division of the London Wine & Spirit Education Trust and 

accredited by the British qualifications authority. These qualifications are essential for 

students wishing to study for the Masters of Wine. 

This intensive programme offers the hospitality professional or wine enthusiast an 

international qualification that provides a thorough understanding of the principle wines 

and spirits of the world and key factors influencing style, quality and value. 

Each week you will learn about international wines from all major wine producing 

countries such as France, Spain, Italy, Chile and Australia through tastings and selfdirected 

study. You will study the principles underlying food and wine matching. There will 

be a visit to well-known local vineyards where you will learn about viticulture and wine 

making practices from highly respected wine makers. The programme includes practical 

hospitality workshops. 


You will be able to work as a wine and 

spirit professional in all fields of the 

hospitality service and wine industries. This 

may be in your own business, or in wine 

retail outlets, ls, resorts, lodges, cruise 

liners, luxury yachts, restaurants or cafés 

- there will be so many opportunities to 

explore once you graduate. 

INTERNSHIP PLACEMENT SERVICE 

All graduates have access to the NZSFW 

Internship Placement Service and 

internships. 


Graduates can return to NZSFW to join 

the Certificate in Cookery to learn about 

culinary arts.

Wine Courses 

NZSFW short courses are ideally suited as professional development 

for those currently working in hospitality or for the wine 

lover who has a passion for more knowledge. 

3 Day Wine: Introduction to NZ Wine 

Discover New Zealand’s dynamic world of wine! In this course you will learn how to 

taste and evaluate wines and the leading wine regions of New Zealand. We start by 

exploring the flavours and aromas of wine. Through tutorial tastings, you will learn how to 

recognize and identify these classic wine characteristics. 

This course covers the tipical red and white wine varietals of New Zealand including: 

Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Riesling, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. 

WSET® Foundation Award in Wines, Level 1 - 5 days 

This qualification provides a straight- 

forward introduction to wine. You will 

learn how to taste and evaluate wines 

and the principles that underscore food 

and wine matching. You will learn basic 

product knowledge and skills for the 

storage and service of wines. We cover the 

main wine grape varieties, wine styles and 

food and wine matching basics. 

This qualification is also ideal for the 

front-of-house staff within the on-trade 

sector. It has grown into a course with 

global appeal, providing basic knowledge 

of first time employees to the wine 

industry and the interested consumer alike. 

NZSFW Certificate in NZ Wine - 10 days 

This popular two week introductory 

course offers you the opportunity to study 

about wine, viticulture, wine making, and 

matching food with wine. It focuses on 

the main wine varietals grown in New 

Zealand and the styles of wine that have 

built their reputations. You will look at the 

European traditions that have influenced 

New Zealand winemakers as well as the 

winemaking process. You will learn how to 

taste and evaluate wines and the principles 

that underscore food and wine matching. 

A day trip to visit to two respected local 

vineyards is included in this course. 

Graduates receive the NZSFW Certificate in 

Wine and NZQA unit standards. 

• Understand the main types and styles 

of wine available 

• Knowledge of proper storage and 

service of wine to customers 

• Understand the basic principles of 

food and wine pairing 

Starting Dates: 9am - 2:30pm 

• 21 January 2013 

• 13 May 2013 

• 2 September 2013 

Cost: NZ$750 

(includes workbook and WSET fees) 

Weekend option: 

6-7 July & 3-4 August, 9am - 4pm 

Starting Dates 

• 29 January 2013 

• 20 May 2013 

• 9 September 2013 

Cost: NZ$1,125 (Includes text book and 

day trip to Waiheke Island) 

Part time options available on Fridays 

over 10 weeks. 

Email us for dates.



• 21 January - 10 May 2013 

• 13 May - 30 August 2013 

• 2 September - 18 December 2013 


• NZSFW Certificate in Cookery, 

Advanced 

• NZSFW Certificate in Wine 




• Completed Certificate in Cookery, 

Intermediate or equivalent 

industry experience 

• Attend an interview 


English 



COURSE FEES 


Students: 

• NZ$4,475* 





New Zealand students are eligible for 

student loans and allowances. Fees do 

not include knives, chef’s uniforms or 

personal equipment. This is estimated to be 

NZ$1000. 

Certificate in Cookery – 

Advanced 


culinary arts and graduate with industry recognised, well respected 

qualifications. 

The Certificate in Cookery programme concentrates on the principles of French cuisine 

and provides a thorough grounding in the culinary arts. For 16 weeks you will be 

immersed in cooking, eating and thinking food, ingredients and wine. 

Speed, accuracy and consistency are characteristics that you will develop and as your 

confidence grows you learn to correct mistakes, adjust seasoning and enjoy experimenting 

with flavours. Each week has a specific theme. The programme commences with basic 

knife training and moves to stock making, soups and classical sauces. 

Baking is as important element with breads, pastries, cakes, tarts, and sponges. Other 

sessions include ice creams, sorbets, custards and meringues. Butchery skills such as 

boning and filleting of beef, lamb, chicken and fish are also covered. 

A Mediterranean workshop teaches pasta making and you are able to invite a friend 

to sample a Mediterranean meal that you have designed, costed and cooked. Asian 

ingredients are also introduced and integrated into the menus. 

Menu planning and costing helps you develop an awareness of food costs while learning 

how to create a well balanced menu. During the programme you will work individually 

to design menus for specific occasions and within a set budget. This helps your 

understanding of the skills required to succeed in a hospitality and culinary environment 

while further developing your general knowledge of cookery. 

Wine is an important component of the programme and your understanding of its 

relationship with food is exciting and stimulating. You will learn how to evaluate wines 

and be introduced to the wine making process. A one day vineyard and winery tour is 

included in the programme. You will also cover the principles of matching wine with food. 


Graduates will be able to work in all fields of culinary arts within the hospitality industry. 

This may be for your own business, or in hotels, resorts, lodges, cruise liners, luxury yachts, 

restaurants or cafés – there will be so many opportunities to explore once you graduate. 


Graduates can return to NZSFW to study specialist levels in cookery within our short 

course range or enrol in the Restaurant & Café Management programme if they wish to 

eventually own their own hospitality business. 

GRADUATE PLACEMENT SERVICE 

All graduates have access to the NZSFW Graduate Placement Service when it is time 

to seek employment. This service is also available for industry placements during your 

studies.

Restaurant & Café Management 


hospitality. 

Module 1: Setting Up (16 & 17 March) 

Basic costing of setting up cafe, bar or restaurant and menu costing. 

Module 2: Operations Management (13 & 14 April) 

Covers the principles of small business management. You will learn about practical 

operational procedures as well as set-ups, point of sale software and equipment. 

Module 3: Accounting, Inventory & Software (11 May) 

The computing component demonstrates how to use Microsoft Excel to create templates 

and spreadsheets for a host of applications including budgets, ordering, cash flows and 

profits and loss statements. The accounting component demontrates how to identify 

business costs and adjust prices accordingly to make a profit. 

Module 4: Customer Service, Staffing & Team Leading (12 May) 

You will learn about customer service expectations, how to take orders, deal with 

complaints. We will also cover staffing-interviewing, hiring and training. The group will 

analyse how organisations build teams for assembling a front of house staff. 

Module 5: Coffee & Barista training (8 & 9 June) 

The course will cover basic espresso understanding, the machine and its components, 

dosing, tamping, extracting and basic maintenance as well as texturing to be able to 

prepare difference espresso based beverages. You will learn about the origins of coffee, 

the different coffee varieties and the terminology used in the coffee industry. 

Module 6: WSET Level 1 Foundation Award in Wines & Spirits (6/7 July & 3/4 Aug) 

This qualification provides a straightforward introduction to wine. You will learn how to 

taste and evaluate wines and the principles that underscore food and wine matching. You 

will learn basic product knowledge and skills for the storage and service of wines. We 

cover the main wine grape varieties, wine styles and food and wine matching basics. 

Module 7: Marketing & Advertising (31 August & 1 September) 

Learn about marketing concepts, social media and branding strategies to ensure your 

hospitality business success. 

Module 8: Food Safety & Licence Controller Qualification (LCQ) (29 & 30 September) 

This module will cover the requirements for you to obtain the Food Safety and Licence 

Controller qualifications in order for you to apply for your General Manager’s Certificate. 

(To earn these qualifications you must return Saturday 19 October for assessments). 

Module 9: Business Plan & Mentoring (19 & 20 October) 

PART TIME | 9 WEEKENDS 

PROGRAMME DATES 2013 

Saturday & Sunday 9am - 4pm 

• Module 1: 16 & 17 March 

• Module 2: 13 & 14 April 

• Module 3: 11 May 

• Module 4: 12 May 

• Module 5: 8 & 9 June 

• Module 6: 6-7 July & 3-4 August 

• Module 7: 31 August & 1 

September 

• Module 8: 28 & 29 September 

• Module 9: 19 & 20 October 




(LCQ) Unit Standards 

• WSET Level 1: Foundation Award 

in Wines & Spirits 




English 

• Laptop with Microsoft Office 

2003 or later (Module 1, 3, 7, 9) 

COURSE FEES 

NZ$175 per day 

WSET Level 1 Foundation Award in 

Wine & Spirits (4 days): NZ$750

Short Courses 

3 Day Cocktails 

Have fun learning how the professionals 

make cocktails. 

Over 3 sessions you will start with classics 

such as Margarita, Cosmo, Mojito and 

Caipirinha and progress into mixology and 

start to create your own drinks. 

You will learn new skills and tricks of the 

trade that will build your confidence at 

making and presenting cocktails at home 

or at work. 

A certificate of attendance will be awarded 

at the completion of this course. 

• Session Times: 6:30 - 9pm 

• Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 

• Cost: NZ$295 

3 Day Café Cooking 

Learn some skills to get you started with café cooking. This introductory course starts with 

basic knife skills and vegetable cuts, classic mayonnaise and vinaigrette to create delicious 

salads. On day two, you will make chocolate muffins and cheese scones, vegetarian 

quiche and a batch of bread to cook off on day three when we cover cooking with eggs - 

poached and scrambled eggs and making hollandaise for eggs benedict. 

You get to take home what you have made - if you don’t eat it first! Bring along some 

containers. 

• Session Times: 4 - 7pm 



3 Day Café Server 

Learn how a café works – set up cabinets, presentation of food, food safety and 

hygiene. Learn how to operate a till and eftpos systems; take orders - barista and table 

service; communicating with your customers. We will discuss personal presentation in a 

hospitality setting and your responsibilities as an employee. 




3 Day Barista 

This 3 day course will teach you to make 

delicious coffee every time. It is designed 

to give you the practical knowledge 

to prepare espresso coffees in a café 

environment. 

The course will cover espresso recipes, 

terms and techniques. You will learn about 

the different coffee roasts, grinds, storage 

of coffee and how to clean a coffee 

machine. 

A certificate of attendance will be 

awarded at the completion of this course. 




Dates available on our website 

foodandwine.co.nz

Super Yacht Training 

Professional Yachting Association- Stewardess Training 

This course is designed to give new or inexperienced crew an introduction and explanation 

of the Superyacht Industry and to provide up-to-date information for crew looking to 

work in the interior department of a yacht. 

The Professional Yachting Association now offers a suite of short courses for training 

Superyacht Interior Crew or steward/stewardess. PYA is the professional body for all 

yacht crew including captains, chief stewards and stewardesses, deckhands etc. Based in 

Antibes, France, PYA have 15 regional offices world wide. Their new programme, GUEST© 

is designed to establish a clear career path for interior crew training and certification. 

YACHTING - INTRODUCTION INTERIOR COURSE - 3 days 

• What is the Luxury Yachting industry 

• Life onboard a Luxury Yacht and what is expected 

• Understanding of what is required of a good crew member 

• Introduction to Housekeeping including cleaning procedures and work rosters 

• Introduction to laundry including cleaning procedures and rosters 

• Introduction to Food & Beverage service including styles of service and how to 

practically manage service at sea 

• Safety at sea: guidelines for entering the industry, resume, agents, contract 

INTRODUCTION TO WINE & COCKTAILS 

• Learn how to taste and evaluate wine 

• Know how to best store and serve wines onboard a boat 

• Learn about the principal international grape varieties 

• Learn about the main international wine growing regions 

• Understand popular types of cocktails and their recipes 

• Learn about spirits and liqueurs 

YACHTING - INTRODUCTION TO FOOD & BEVERAGE SERVICE 

• Introduction to the different styles of food service 

• Understand formal table setting, table linens and napkins 

• Identify and understand how to care and store different types of flatware, crockery, 

glassware/crystal 

• Understand of onboard service etiquette 

• Understand different dietary requirements including vegetarian, vegan, macro biotic, 

kosher, allergies 

• Understand the relationship with the chef and interior department 

INTRODUCTION INTERIOR COURSE 

- 3 DAYS 


• PYA Certificate 

PROGRAMME DATES 

• 21, 22, 23 January 2013 

• 18, 19. 20 February 2013 

• 18, 19, 20 March 2013 

COURSE FEES 

NZ$895 

INTRODUCTION TO BASIC FOOD & 

BEVERAGE SERVICE - 1 DAY 




• 24 January 2013 

• 21 February 2013 

• 21 March 2013 

COURSE FEES 


INTRODUCTION TO WINE AND 

COCKTAILS - 1 DAY 




• 25 January 2013 

• 22 February 2013 

• 22 March 2013 

COURSE FEES 


FULL COURSE OVER 5 DAYS TOTAL - 

$1495

KITCHEN CONFIDENTIAL 

• Available Monday–Friday, from 

4pm for approx. 4 hrs 

• $150 per person, including wines 

• Min. numbers – 10 or a cost of 

$1500 per event 

Max. numbers – 25 

• Optional extras – Themed cuisine 

menus, prizes (wine, aprons, 

cooking utensils/equipment) 

WINE TASTING AND QUIZ 


4pm for approx. 3 hrs 

• Event with NZ wines – $75 per 

person, with international wines – 

$85 per person 

• Min. numbers – 20. However, for 

smaller numbers a minimum cost 

will apply. Max. numbers – 50 

FOOD AND WINE DYNAMICS 

• OPTION 1: Monday–Friday, from 

4pm for approx 2 hrs 

• Min. numbers – 20. Max. – 40 

• OPTION 2: Monday–Friday, from 

6pm for approx. 3hrs 

• Min. numbers – 10. Max. – 20. 

Min. cost for either option $1350 

• Optional extras: the menu and 

wine selection can be themed to a 

country or region. 

RESTAURANT FOR A NIGHT 


4pm for approx. 5.5 hrs 

• Cost $95 per person 

• Min. numbers – 20. Max. numbers 

– 60. Min. cost $2000 

• Cash bar 

• Optional extras – Celebrity guest 

speaker, themed cuisine – French, 

Spanish, Italian etc. 

Visit our website for part time 

cooking programmes. 

foodandwine.co.nz 

Corporate and Group Events 

These events are a great way for your colleagues, partners and clients 

to have a fun and rewarding team building experience at the 

New Zealand School of Food & Wine. 

KITCHEN CONFIDENTIAL 

Grab your chef’s torque and apron to prepare and cook dinner. In small teams of 3–5 

participants, supervised by NZSFW’s trained chef tutors, you will create a four-course 

restaurant standard meal. 

Ingredients are laid out in advance with your recipe workbook. Enjoy a delicious dinner, 

paired with fine wines in our dining room as a fitting conclusion to a great evening. 

WINE TASTING AND QUIZ 

Your evening begins with a tutored wine tasting and discussion of important wine regions. 

Armed with this knowledge, you will engage in a tasting-based wine quiz while enjoying 

platters of antipasto treats. Informative yet casual and guarantee to be lots of fun! 

FOOD AND WINE DYNAMICS 

The mysteries of successful food and wine pairings will be revealed as your group enjoys 

discovering how your palette works and why certain foods enhance, while others detract 

from the wine experience. 

OPTION 1: Tasting plate with 8 classic NZ wines 

OPTION 2: A six-course gastronomic tasting menu with 10 classic wine matches. 

RESTAURANT FOR A NIGHT 

Create your very own restaurant experience with your team in the roles of sous chef, 

maitre’d, sommelier and waiter. This is all made possible with the expert guidance of the 

New Zealand School of Food & Wine’s professional staff, who will enable you to treat your 

colleagues, your clients or even your friends to a wonderful meal.

International students code 

of pastoral care 

CODE OF PASTORAL CARE: 

Code of Practice 

The New Zealand School of Food and Wine 

has agreed to observe and be bound by 

the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care 

of International Students published by the 

Ministry of Education. Copies of the Code 

are available on request from this School 

or from the New Zealand Ministry of Education 

website at 

www.minedu.govt.nz/goto/international 

Immigration 

Full details of visa and permit requirements, 

advice on rights to employment in 

New Zealand while studying, and reporting 

requirements are available through the 

New Zealand Immigration Service, and can 

be viewed on their website at 

www.immigration.govt.nz 

Insurance 

NZ Government requires that you have 

your own health and accident insurance 

cover while studying. 

Eligibility for health services 

Most international students are not 

entitled to publicly funded health services 

while in New Zealand. If you receive medical 

treatment during your visit, you may be 

liable for the full costs of that treatment. 

The New Zealand School of Food and 

Wine has relationships with reputable 

English Language Schools, and we are 

happy to recommend them. Please 

contact us for more information.

Level 3, 104 Customs Street West, 

Viaduct, Auckland 1010, New Zealand. 

PO Box 106 750, Auckland 1143 

T: +64 9 377 7961 

E: nzsfw@foodandwine.co.nz 

W: foodandwine.co.nz

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