Patisserie and Confectionary - Level 2 Certificate

The course equips you with fundamental basic techniques for pastry, bakery and confectionery so that you are able to pursue a career as a pastry chef. 

This course is endorsed by the Craft Guild of Chefs and British Culinary Federation and taught by our award-winning culinary arts pâtisserie team.

Topics covered can include:

• Health and safety and maintaining a safe environment
• Food safety
• Healthy eating and special diets
• Food costing and control including menu planning
• Workplace skills including CV writing, personal development planning, applying for work positions and interview preparation and evaluation and teamwork, catering for an event
• Hot and cold dessert: preparation and presentation
• Pâtisserie: pastries and tarts
• Bakery: sweet and savoury products including batters
• Cakes, biscuits and sponges

You will need:

• Three GCSEs at grade 2 or above, including English Language and Maths

All applicants must have an initial assessment and interview to confirm that the course is suitable for them.

The course is assessed throughout the year with practical assignments and written tests.

SCHOOL LEAVERS

If you will be aged 16, 17 or 18 on 31 August in the year you begin your course and have been resident in the UK/EU/EEA for the past 3 years, it will be free.

Additional Costs

You will be expected to purchase the required uniform and equipment for the programme, which reflect both industry norms and safety requirements. These should specifically conform to Westminster Kingsway College standards and are approximately £350; further information will be provided at enrolment. Many of our students are eligible for financial support when studying at college – please click here for more information.

This course will help you to move on to higher level courses, such as Professional Patisserie - Level 3, or an apprenticeship.