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Professional Cookery - Level 2 Diploma

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Start Date: 5 January 2024
Attendance: Part Time
Location: Victoria Centre
Suitable for: Adults
Duration: 26 Weeks
Level: Level 2
Meets on: Friday, 08:00 - 14:30

ABOUT THE COURSE

This course enables you to develop the foundation of cookery skills and knowledge required to develop and progress in your career as a chef.

WHAT WILL I STUDY?

Topics covered can include:

  • Food Safety and Sanitation
  • Food Technology, Commodities and Basic Skills
  • Stocks, sauces and soups
  • Fish and shellfish
  • Vegetable and potato dishes
  • Eggs, pasta and rice
  • Butchery including poultry, meat, offal and game, including whole carcasses
  • Sous vide modern cookery techniques
  • Curing, smoking and other preserves
  • Contemporary presentations

WHAT WILL I NEED?

You will need:

  • A relevant Level 1 qualification
  • To be working in the hospitality industry as a chef/cook
  • A good understanding of English

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

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?

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

WHAT WILL IT COST?

ADULTS

Entry Level, Level 1, Level 2
If you will be aged 19 or older on 31 August in the year you begin your course and have been resident in the UK/EU/EEA for the past 3 years, your course may be free, depending on your circumstances.

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.

WHAT CAN I DO AFTER?

You can continue working as a cook/chef within the hospitality industry, with potential to be promoted, and could progress onto a Level 3 course.

WHERE STUDENTS PROGRESS TO AFTER THIS COURSE

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