Food and Beverage Services NC II (FBS) is the TESDA qualification for waiters, servers and room-service attendants. It teaches you to set up a dining room, take orders, serve food and drinks and look after guests the way hotels and restaurants expect.
- Level
- NC II
- Sector
- Tourism & Hospitality
- Training
- About 378 hours
- Assessment fee
- ₱882
- Free online course
- Yes
What is Food and Beverage Services NC II?
FBS NC II covers front-of-house service in restaurants, hotels, resorts, banquets and cruise ships: preparing the service area, welcoming guests, taking orders, recommending dishes and drinks, serving, handling room service and dealing with guest concerns.
It pairs naturally with Cookery NC II (back of house) and Barista or Bartending NC II.
What you will learn
The core units of competency in the Food and Beverage Services NC II Training Regulation are:
- Prepare the dining room / restaurant area for service
- Welcome guests and take food and beverage orders
- Promote food and beverage products
- Provide food and beverage service to guests
- Provide room service
- Receive and handle guest concerns
On top of these, every TESDA qualification includes basic competencies (workplace communication, teamwork, professionalism, occupational health and safety) and common competencies for the sector.
The TESDA Women’s Center runs Food and Beverage Services NC II in about 378 nominal hours (48 days). Other providers may differ.
Learn Food and Beverage Services NC II online for free
The TESDA Online Program has free online courses for Food and Beverage Services NC II. Tick each one as you finish it — your progress is saved on this device:
- Introduction to Food and Beverage Services
- Providing Room Service
- Providing Table Service
Open the course finder to enroll, or create your free account first. The online courses give you a Certificate of Completion — the National Certificate requires the assessment below.
How to get your Food and Beverage Services NC II certificate
- TrainEnroll at a TESDA-registered training center or school (ask about scholarships), and use the free online courses to study the theory.
- Prepare your requirementsApplication form, Self-Assessment Guide for Food and Beverage Services NC II, and three colored passport-size photos.
- Book your competency assessmentChoose a TESDA-accredited assessment center that is accredited for Food and Beverage Services NC II. Expect a fee of around ₱882 (sample from one center; confirm before paying).
- Pass and claim your NCIf you are found competent, apply for certification and claim your Food and Beverage Services NC II National Certificate. It is valid for 5 years.
Full guide to TESDA assessment centers, requirements and fees →
Jobs you can apply for
- Waiter / waitress
- Food and beverage service attendant
- Room service attendant
- Banquet server
- Cruise-ship dining crew
Restaurant and cruise-ship dining jobs are a common route abroad for Filipinos. Recruiters usually look for the NC II plus service experience and good English.
Is Food and Beverage Services NC II right for you?
- You enjoy talking to people and working on your feet
- You want a quick entry into hotels, restaurants or cruise ships
- You are good at remembering orders and staying calm when it is busy
- You want to grow into supervisor or F&B NC III / IV roles
Frequently asked questions
How long is Food and Beverage Services NC II?
It depends on the provider. The TESDA Women’s Center program runs about 378 nominal hours (48 days).
Is there a free online course for FBS NC II?
Yes. The TESDA Online Program has free courses on Food and Beverage Services, room service and table service.
How much is the FBS NC II assessment fee?
One accredited center published ₱882. Fees vary by center, so confirm before paying.
What is the difference between FBS NC II and NC III?
NC II covers service tasks; NC III adds supervisory responsibilities. Many people start with NC II and move up with experience.
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Sources: TESDA Women’s Center — Food and Beverage Services NC II · TESDA Online Program · LPU Batangas — assessment fees. Disclaimer: Courses TESDA is an independent guide, not TESDA. Information may contain errors or change without notice — always verify with official sources before making decisions.