Professional Cookery (Kitchen and Larder)
This progression course will build on the skills and knowledge you have gained whilst studying the Level 2 programme. It will provide you with the opportunity to further develop your craft skills in culinary operations, both in a kitchen classroom environment and working in different sections of the busy college restaurant. The qualification also requires the supervision of Level 2 kitchen students in a controlled environment around the kitchen. You will be continuously assessed within the college realistic working environment.
- Course Type School Leaver
- Subject Area Hospitality and Catering
- Qualification NVQ Diploma
- Study Mode: Full Time Only
- Course Level Level 3
- Course Length 1 year
- Overview
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This progression course will build on the skills and knowledge you have gained whilst studying the Level 2 programme. It will provide you with the opportunity to further develop your craft skills in culinary operations both in a kitchen classroom environment and working in different sections of the busy college restaurant. The qualification also requires the supervision of Level 2 kitchen students in a controlled environment around the kitchen.
You will be continuously assessed within the working environment.
What topics will I study?
You will:
- Prepare, cook and finish complex dishes, including meat and poultry, fish, soups and sauces, patisserie and petits fours
- Learn how to maintain a safe, hygienic and secure working environment in a supervisory manner
- Take on a supervisory role for health and safety and food safety
- Study gastronomy and food culture (Extra)
- Work effectively as part of a hospitality team and supervise others
- Gain knowledge and understanding of kitchen HACCP systems and health and safety procedures
What can I study alongside this course?
This course is studied on its own and cannot be combined with other courses.
Next steps:
You could find employment in the hospitality industry.
- Entry Requirements
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Specific entry requirements: You must have successfully completed the Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Professional Cookery or Catering Craft and have achieved Functional Skills in English and Maths.
- Facilities
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The Laurence Building boasts new facilities throughout including an IT suite, modern kitchens and a stunning restaurant within the faculty; as well as being located in comfortable and pleasant surroundings.
- Additional Costs
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Uniform and chefs knives will be required.
This further education course is free for all 16-18 year olds who are resident in the UK and the European Economic Area for the last 3 years. (You must be under 19 on 31st August in the calendar year that you start your course). For any fee-related queries or further information, please contact the Advice and Recruitment Team on 01392 400444.
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