This page includes Hospitality Studies Grade 12 past papers and memos.
Hospitality Studies Grade 12 exam paper is a 3-hour-long exam of 200 marks. The paper consists of four sections (Section A, Section B, Section C, and Section D)
In the table below, we break down what type of questions are included within each section:
| Section | Focus and Marks |
| SECTION A | Focus: Short questions (all topics) Marks: 40 marks |
| SECTION B | Focus: Kitchen and restaurant operations; Hygiene, safety and security Marks: 20 marks |
| SECTION C | Focus: Nutrition and menu planning; Food commodities Marks: 80 marks |
| SECTION D | Focus: Sectors and careers; Food and beverage service Marks: 60 marks |
Exam facts from the DBE November 2025 question paper. See the full exam guide.
Hospitality Studies Grade 12 Papers
Exam PracticeHospitality Studies: Most Common Exam Questions Quiz
Real multiple choice questions from DBE NSC Hospitality Studies papers (2023 to 2025), with the answers from the official marking guidelines.
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NSC Years (2023 to 2025)
NSC May/June 2025 · Question 1.1.1
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NSC May/June 2025 · Question 1.1.2
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NSC May/June 2025 · Question 1.1.3
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NSC May/June 2025 · Question 1.1.4
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NSC May/June 2025 · Question 1.1.5
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NSC May/June 2025 · Question 1.1.6
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NSC May/June 2025 · Question 1.1.8
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NSC May/June 2025 · Question 1.1.9
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NSC May/June 2025 · Question 1.1.10
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NSC November 2023 · Question 1.1.1
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NSC November 2023 · Question 1.1.2
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NSC November 2023 · Question 1.1.3
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NSC November 2023 · Question 1.1.4
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NSC November 2023 · Question 1.1.5
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NSC November 2023 · Question 1.1.6
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NSC November 2023 · Question 1.1.8
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NSC November 2023 · Question 1.1.9
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NSC November 2023 · Question 1.1.10
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NSC November 2024 · Question 1.1.1
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NSC November 2024 · Question 1.1.3
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NSC November 2024 · Question 1.1.4
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NSC November 2024 · Question 1.1.5
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NSC November 2024 · Question 1.1.6
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NSC November 2024 · Question 1.1.8
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NSC November 2025 · Question 1.1.1
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NSC November 2025 · Question 1.1.2
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NSC November 2025 · Question 1.1.3
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NSC November 2025 · Question 1.1.4
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NSC November 2025 · Question 1.1.5
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NSC November 2025 · Question 1.1.6
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NSC November 2025 · Question 1.1.7
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NSC November 2025 · Question 1.1.8
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NSC November 2025 · Question 1.1.9
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NSC November 2025 · Question 1.1.10
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Study Guides
- DBE Self Study Guide: Hospitality Studies Food and Beverage PDF, 4.8 MB
- DBE Self Study Guide: Hospitality Food Commodities PDF, 104.6 MB
- DBE Self Study Guide: Hospitality Nutrition and Menu Planning PDF, 20.8 MB
Hospitality Studies Grade 12 Exam Guide
How the final Hospitality Studies exam is set out, taken from the cover and instruction pages of the DBE November 2025 question paper.
Hospitality Studies Paper 1
- 200 marks
- 3 hours
- 19 pages
- November 2025
| Section | Question | What it covers | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | 1 | Short Questions (All Topics) | 40 |
| B | Kitchen and Restaurant Operations; Hygiene, Safety and Security | 20 | |
| C | Nutrition and Menu Planning; Food Commodities | 80 | |
| D | Sectors and Careers; Food and Beverage Service | 60 |
Comes with: an answer book.
Instructions on the paper
- This question paper consists of FOUR sections.
- Answer ALL the questions in the ANSWER BOOK.
- Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
- Section A, Question 1: answer all the questions below each other without leaving a line.
- Write neatly and legibly.
Hospitality Studies Topics in Every Exam
Each column is a DBE exam. The number is the marks the topic was worth in that paper, taken from the mark table printed on the paper. A dash means no question in that paper had this exact title (the topic may still be tested under another heading).
Paper 1: topics and marks per exam
| Topic | Nov 2023 | Jun 2024 | Nov 2024 | Jun 2025 | Nov 2025 | Jun 2026 | Times set |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short Questions (All Topics) | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 6/6 |
| Kitchen and Restaurant Operations; Hygiene, Safety and Security | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 6/6 |
| Nutrition and Menu Planning; Food Commodities | 80 | 80 | 80 | 80 | 80 | 80 | 6/6 |
| Sectors and Careers; Food and Beverage Service | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 6/6 |
Hospitality Studies Grade 12 Questions and Answers
How many papers do you write for Hospitality Studies in Grade 12?
1 paper: Paper 1 (200 marks, 3 hours). These facts are from the DBE November 2025 question papers.
What is in Hospitality Studies Paper 1?
In the November 2025 paper: Question 1: Short Questions (All Topics) (40 marks); Section B: Kitchen and Restaurant Operations; Hygiene, Safety and Security (20 marks); Section C: Nutrition and Menu Planning; Food Commodities (80 marks); Section D: Sectors and Careers; Food and Beverage Service (60 marks).
What do you get with the Hospitality Studies question paper?
Paper 1 comes with an answer book.
How long is the Hospitality Studies question paper?
In November 2025, Paper 1 had 19 pages.
Which Hospitality Studies past papers are on this page?
71 files from 2020 to 2026, covering the June, September and November exams. They are listed by year and term above, and each one opens as a PDF.
Are the Hospitality Studies memos included?
Yes. 32 of the files are memos (marking guidelines). Each memo is listed next to its question paper.
Are the Hospitality Studies papers available in Afrikaans?
Yes. Most papers on this page come in English and Afrikaans. Use the language filter above the papers to show only one.
Is there a Hospitality Studies practice quiz?
Yes. The exam questions quiz on this page has 34 questions taken word for word from real DBE Hospitality Studies papers. The memo answer shows after you try each question.