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FOH FOUNDATION ACADEMY

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Course Requirements

Who Should Take This Course?

This academy is suitable for:

  • New Front of House employees
  • Casual team members
  • Restaurant waitstaff
  • Food runners
  • Hosts and hostesses
  • Cashiers
  • Café attendants
  • Bar attendants
  • Shift supervisors
  • Team leaders
  • Existing employees requiring refresher training
No previous hospitality experience is required.


Course Description

Welcome to the FOH Foundation Academy

Welcome to the Front of House (FOH) Foundation Academy, the essential starting point for every team member joining the PSR Corporate hospitality family.

Exceptional hospitality is about far more than serving food and beverages. It is about creating memorable experiences, building genuine guest relationships, maintaining professional standards, and consistently representing the values of the business. Every interaction with a guest contributes to the reputation of our venues, and every team member plays a vital role in delivering outstanding service.

This academy has been designed to provide new and existing Front of House team members with the knowledge, skills, confidence, and operational standards required to perform their role professionally from day one. Whether you are working as a host, cashier, waiter, runner, bar attendant, supervisor, or team leader, the principles taught in this course form the foundation of excellent hospitality service.

Throughout this academy, you will learn not only what to do, but why each standard exists, helping you understand how your actions contribute to guest satisfaction, team success, operational efficiency, and business growth.

By completing this academy, you will gain the confidence to provide exceptional customer experiences while maintaining the high standards expected across all PSR Corporate venues.


Course Structure (Curriculum)

This academy is divided into structured learning modules covering every fundamental aspect of Front of House operations.

The curriculum includes:

  1. Introduction to Hospitality
  2. The Role of Front of House
  3. Professional Grooming & Workplace Behaviour
  4. Customer Service Excellence
  5. Communication Skills
  6. Restaurant Standards
  7. Menu Knowledge
  8. Food Safety & Allergens
  9. Table Service Standards
  10. Taking Orders Correctly
  11. POS System Fundamentals
  12. Upselling & Guest Experience
  13. Handling Difficult Situations
  14. Teamwork & FOH–BOH Communication
  15. Workplace Safety
  16. Daily Opening & Closing Procedures
  17. Final Assessment
    Each module contains practical lessons, real hospitality scenarios, knowledge checks, and activities designed to reinforce learning.


Course Outcomes

What You Will Learn

During this academy, you will develop a strong understanding of:

  • The role and responsibilities of Front of House team members
  • Professional hospitality standards and guest expectations
  • Customer service excellence
  • Effective communication skills
  • Personal presentation and workplace professionalism
  • Restaurant etiquette and service standards
  • Menu knowledge and product confidence
  • Food safety and allergy awareness
  • Table service procedures
  • POS system fundamentals
  • Order taking accuracy
  • Upselling and suggestive selling techniques
  • Handling guest concerns professionally
  • Teamwork and communication with Back of House
  • Workplace safety and emergency procedures
  • Daily operational standards and best practices


Course Curriculum

  • 17 chapters
  • 98 lectures
  • 1 quizzes
  • 8 Hours total length
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1 Lesson 1.1 – Welcome to the PSR Hospitality Family
5 Min

Learning Objectives After completing this lesson, you will be able to: • Understand the purpose of this academy. • Recognise your importance as a Front of House team member. • Explain why hospitality is about people, not just food. • Understand what guests expect from our team.


2 Lesson 1.2 – What is Hospitality?
15 Min

Learning Objectives By the end of this lesson, you will be able to: • Define hospitality in simple terms. • Understand the difference between hospitality and customer service. • Recognise why hospitality is important in every guest interaction. • Identify the qualities of a great hospitality professional. • Apply a hospitality mindset in your daily work.


3 Lesson 1.3 – The Hospitality Industry
10 Min

Learning Objectives By the end of this lesson, you will be able to: • Understand what the hospitality industry is. • Identify the different sectors within the hospitality industry. • Recognise the importance of Front of House in business success. • Understand how every team member contributes to the guest experience. • Appreciate the career opportunities available in hospitality.


4 Lesson 1.4 – Our Brand, Vision & Values
10 Min

Learning Objectives By the end of this lesson, you will be able to: • Understand the importance of a company's vision, mission, and values. • Recognise your role in representing the PSR Corporate brand. • Explain how your actions influence the guest experience. • Demonstrate behaviours that reflect our workplace culture. • Understand why consistency is important in hospitality.


5 Lesson 1.5 – Your Learning Journey
N/A

Learning Objectives By the end of this lesson, you will be able to: • Understand how the FOH Foundation Academy is structured. • Know what is expected of you throughout the course. • Recognise the importance of continuous learning. • Apply your learning in the workplace. • Take responsibility for your own professional development.


6 Module 1 Exam [Quiz]
N/A


1 Lesson 2.1 – What is Front of House?
10 Min

Learning Objectives After completing this lesson, you will be able to: • Define Front of House (FOH). • Understand why FOH is important to restaurant operations. • Recognise the key responsibilities of Front of House team members. • Understand how FOH influences the guest experience.


2 Lesson 2.2 – Front of House Team Structure
10 Min

Learning Objectives By the end of this lesson, you will be able to: • Identify the different Front of House positions. • Understand the responsibilities of each role. • Recognise how every role contributes to the guest experience. • Appreciate the importance of teamwork and communication. • Know who to approach for guidance and support.


3 Lesson 2.3 – Roles and Responsibilities
10 Min

Learning Objectives By the end of this lesson, you will be able to: • Understand your responsibilities as a Front of House team member. • Recognise the importance of following restaurant procedures. • Understand what is expected before, during, and after every shift. • Demonstrate professionalism in your daily work. • Take ownership of your role and responsibilities.


4 Lesson 2.4 – Working with Back of House
10 Min

Learning Objectives By the end of this lesson, you will be able to: • Understand the role of the Back of House (BOH) team. • Recognise why teamwork between FOH and BOH is essential. • Communicate effectively with kitchen staff. • Handle service challenges professionally. • Build positive working relationships with your colleagues.


5 Lesson 2.5 – Professional Accountability
N/A

Learning Objectives By the end of this lesson, you will be able to: • Understand what professional accountability means. • Take responsibility for your actions and decisions. • Demonstrate honesty, reliability, and professionalism in the workplace. • Accept feedback positively and use it to improve. • Build trust with guests, colleagues, and managers.


1 Lesson 3.1 – Personal Grooming Standards
N/A

Learning Objectives By the end of this lesson, you will be able to: • Understand why personal grooming is important. • Maintain a professional appearance at work. • Follow restaurant grooming standards. • Recognise how your appearance influences guest confidence. • Prepare yourself for every shift professionally.


2 Lesson 3.2 – Uniform Standards
10 Min

Learning Objectives By the end of this lesson, you will be able to: • Understand why wearing the correct uniform is important. • Follow the restaurant's uniform policy and standards. • Maintain your uniform in a clean and professional condition. • Recognise how your uniform contributes to safety, hygiene, and guest confidence. • Represent the PSR Corporate brand with pride.


3 Lesson 3.3 – Personal Hygiene
10 Min

Learning Objectives By the end of this lesson, you will be able to: • Understand the importance of personal hygiene in hospitality. • Follow proper hygiene practices before, during, and after every shift. • Prevent the spread of germs and food contamination. • Recognise situations where you should not handle food. • Demonstrate hygiene standards that protect guests, colleagues, and yourself.


4 Lesson 3.4 – Professional Behaviour
10 Min

Learning Objectives By the end of this lesson, you will be able to: • Understand what professional behaviour means in hospitality. • Demonstrate positive attitudes and respectful conduct at work. • Use appropriate body language and communication. • Handle challenging situations professionally. • Represent the PSR Corporate brand with confidence and integrity.


5 Lesson 3.5 – Workplace Ethics & Positive Attitude
N/A

Learning Objectives By the end of this lesson, you will be able to: • Understand the importance of workplace ethics in hospitality. • Demonstrate honesty, integrity, and fairness in your daily work. • Maintain a positive attitude, even during challenging situations. • Build trust with guests, colleagues, and managers. • Contribute to a respectful and professional workplace culture.


1 Lesson 4.1 – What is Customer Service Excellence?
N/A

Learning Objectives By the end of this lesson, you will be able to: • Define customer service excellence. • Understand the difference between good service and excellent service. • Recognise the importance of exceeding guest expectations. • Identify the qualities of an outstanding hospitality professional. • Understand how every interaction shapes the guest experience.


2 Lesson 4.2 – Understanding Guest Expectations
10 Min

Learning Objectives By the end of this lesson, you will be able to: • Understand what guests expect when they visit a restaurant. • Recognise both spoken and unspoken guest needs. • Identify the key factors that influence guest satisfaction. • Adapt your service to different types of guests. • Deliver service that consistently meets or exceeds expectations.


3 Lesson 4.3 – Creating Positive First Impressions
10 Min

Learning Objectives By the end of this lesson, you will be able to: • Understand why first impressions are important in hospitality. • Create a welcoming environment for every guest. • Demonstrate positive body language and professional communication. • Greet guests confidently and professionally. • Build trust and comfort from the very first interaction.


4 Lesson 4.4 – Personalising the Guest Experience
10 Min

Learning Objectives By the end of this lesson, you will be able to: • Understand what personalised customer service means. • Recognise opportunities to make guests feel valued. • Adapt your service to meet different guest needs. • Build meaningful relationships with returning guests. • Create memorable experiences that encourage guest loyalty.


5 Lesson 4.5 – Building Guest Loyalty
10 Min

Learning Objectives By the end of this lesson, you will be able to: • Understand what guest loyalty is and why it is important. • Recognise how excellent service encourages repeat business. • Build long-term relationships with guests. • Handle every guest interaction in a way that promotes loyalty. • Represent the PSR Corporate brand by creating memorable experiences.


1 Lesson 5.1 – The Importance of Communication
10 Min

Learning Objectives By the end of this lesson, you will be able to: • Understand why communication is essential in hospitality. • Recognise the different types of communication. • Identify the benefits of clear communication. • Understand how communication affects guest satisfaction and teamwork. • Avoid common communication mistakes


2 Lesson 5.2 – Active Listening Skills
10 Min

Learning Objectives By the end of this lesson, you will be able to: • Understand what active listening is. • Recognise why listening is more important than simply hearing. • Demonstrate active listening techniques when interacting with guests and colleagues. • Reduce misunderstandings through effective listening. • Improve guest satisfaction by responding accurately to guest needs.


3 Lesson 5.3 – Verbal & Non-Verbal Communication
10 Min

Learning Objectives By the end of this lesson, you will be able to: • Understand the difference between verbal and non-verbal communication. • Use clear, professional, and positive verbal communication. • Demonstrate effective body language in guest interactions. • Recognise how tone of voice, facial expressions, and posture influence guest perceptions. • Communicate confidently in a professional hospitality environment.


4 Lesson 5.4 – Positive Language & Professional Conversations
10 Min

Learning Objectives By the end of this lesson, you will be able to: • Understand the importance of using positive language in hospitality. • Replace negative phrases with professional and solution-focused communication. • Build confidence when speaking with guests. • Conduct professional conversations in different hospitality situations. • Create positive guest experiences through respectful and encouraging communication.


5 Lesson 5.5 – Handling Difficult Conversations
N/A

Learning Objectives By the end of this lesson, you will be able to: • Understand why difficult conversations occur in hospitality. • Remain calm and professional when dealing with challenging situations. • Communicate respectfully with upset guests and colleagues. • Resolve issues using a structured approach. • Turn difficult situations into opportunities to build guest trust and loyalty.


1 Module Overview
3 Min


2 Lesson 6.1 – Understanding Restaurant Types & Dining Concepts
10 Min


3 Lesson 6.2 – Restaurant Layout & Key Areas
N/A


4 Lesson 6.3 – Understanding Restaurant Service Styles
N/A


5 Lesson 6.4 – Front of House & Back of House Operations
N/A


6 Lesson 6.5 – Building Product & Restaurant Knowledge
10 Min


1 Module Introduction
N/A


2 Lesson 7.1 – Understanding the Restaurant Menu
N/A


3 Lesson 7.2 – Food Categories, Ingredients & Cooking Methods
N/A


4 Lesson 7.3 – Dietary Requirements & Allergen Awareness
N/A


5 Lesson 7.4 – Beverage Knowledge & Food Pairing
N/A


6 Lesson 7.5 – Recommending Menu Items with Confidence
N/A


1 Module Introduction
N/A


2 Lesson 8.1 – Introduction to Food Safety
N/A


3 Lesson 8.2 – Personal Hygiene & Handwashing Standards
N/A


4 Lesson 8.3 – Cross-Contamination & Safe Food Handling
N/A


5 Lesson 8.5 – Food Safety Responsibilities in Front of House
N/A


6 Lesson 8.4 – Cleaning, Sanitising & Temperature Control
N/A


1 Module Introduction
N/A


2 Lesson 9.1 – Preparing the Dining Area & Table Setup
N/A


3 Lesson 9.2 – Greeting, Seating & Presenting Menus
N/A


4 Lesson 9.3 – Professional Food & Beverage Service
N/A


5 Lesson 9.4 – Monitoring Tables & Clearing Service
N/A


6 Lesson 9.5 – Creating an Exceptional Dining Experience
N/A


1 Module Introduction
N/A


2 Lesson 10.1 – The Complete Order-Taking Process
N/A


3 Lesson 10.2 – Understanding Guest Preferences & Asking the Right Questions
N/A


4 Lesson 10.3 – Managing Special Requests, Allergies & Dietary Requirements
N/A


5 Lesson 10.4 – Entering Orders into the POS System
N/A


6 Lesson 10.5 – Preventing Errors & Delivering Accurate Orders
N/A


1 Module Introduction
N/A


2 Lesson 11.1 – Introduction to the POS System
N/A


3 Lesson 11.2 – Managing Tables & Orders
N/A


4 Lesson 11.3 – Processing Payments & Bills
N/A


5 Lesson 11.4 – Discounts, Promotions & Adjustments
N/A


6 Lesson 11.5 – POS Best Practices, Security & Troubleshooting
N/A


1 Lesson 12.5 – Ethical Selling & Building Guest Loyalty
N/A


2 Module Introduction
N/A


3 Lesson 12.1 – Understanding Sales & Upselling
N/A


4 Lesson 12.2 – Reading Guest Needs & Making Recommendations
N/A


5 Lesson 12.3 – Food & Beverage Pairing Techniques
N/A


6 Lesson 12.4 – Promoting Specials, Desserts & Premium Items
N/A


1 Module Introduction
N/A


2 Lesson 13.1 – Understanding Guest Concerns & Complaints
N/A


3 Lesson 13.2 – Active Listening, Empathy & Professional Communication
N/A


4 Lesson 13.3 – Resolving Complaints & Service Recovery
N/A


5 Lesson 13.4 – Handling Difficult Guests & Challenging Situations
N/A


6 Lesson 13.5 – Learning from Feedback & Continuous Improvement
N/A


1 Lesson 14.3 – Building Positive Workplace Relationships
N/A


2 Module Introduction
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3 Lesson 14.1 – Understanding Teamwork in Hospitality
N/A


4 Lesson 14.2 – Communication & Collaboration Across Departments
N/A


5 Lesson 14.4 – Managing Workplace Conflict Professionally
N/A


6 Lesson 14.5 – Accountability, Reliability & Being a Great Team Member
N/A


1 Lesson 15.5 – Building a Safety Culture
N/A


2 Module Introduction
N/A


3 Lesson 15.4 – Incident Reporting & First Response
N/A


4 Lesson 15.3 – Emergency Procedures & Evacuation
N/A


5 Lesson 15.2 – Preventing Accidents & Hazard Identification
N/A


6 Lesson 15.1 – Workplace Safety Fundamentals
N/A


1 Module Introduction
N/A


2 Lesson 16.1 – Understanding Customer Experience
N/A


3 Lesson 16.2 – Exceeding Guest Expectations
N/A


4 Lesson 16.3 – Personalising the Guest Experience
N/A


5 Lesson 16.4 – Creating Memorable Moments
N/A


6 Lesson 16.5 – Building Guest Loyalty
N/A


1 Lesson 17.4 – Managing Stress During Busy Periods
N/A


2 Lesson 17.1 – Understanding Time Management
N/A


3 Lesson 17.3 – Working Efficiently Without Rushing
N/A


4 Lesson 17.2 – Prioritising Tasks During Service
N/A


5 Lesson 17.5 – Building Productive Work Habits
N/A


6 Module Introduction
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