The AA College Rosette Scheme is designed to reflect current industry standards within realistic training environments. It focuses on service, hospitality, and kitchen management, with assessments carried out by qualified AA hotel and restaurant inspectors across both lunch and dinner services.
Bilocca’s accreditation is recognition of the restaurant’s ‘outstanding’ standards in food and service, and the invaluable role it plays in preparing students for successful careers in the hospitality industry.
Inspectors described their visit to Bilocca as ‘a very enjoyable guest experience,’ praising students for delivering ‘warm hospitality,’ ‘structured and attentive service,’ and creating ‘a welcoming and pleasant atmosphere.’
Food was commended as ‘consistent from starter to dessert and excellent,’ while the restaurant itself was celebrated as ‘truly something to be proud of,’ with its ‘tasteful, contemporary décor’ and striking mural paying homage to local hero Lillian Bilocca.
Jo Tills, who manages Bilocca alongside teaching at the college, said: “We are thrilled to have received the AA College Rosette Accreditation, which is a true reflection of the skill, creativity, and hard work of our students and staff. Bilocca is a fantastic training environment where learners are able to develop and showcase their talents, and this award proves just how high the standards are.”
Alongside the AA Rosette achievement, the college’s Catering & Hospitality department has also been recognised with the People 1st Silver Hospitality Accreditation.