Course Overview

Are you interested in the catering and hospitality industry? Do you have a passion for food?
This predominantly practical based course focuses on learning the basics needed to succeed within the industry. Modules focus on cooking methods, with practical assessments on Boiling, Poaching, Steaming, Frying, Grilling, Baking & Roasting with additional units looking at Menu Planning, Food Safety, Special Diets and Presentation Skills.

The course will help you develop the cookery and safety skills that you need to work in the catering sector and lead an independent life. You will attend the course for up to five days a week and learn through a mix of lectures and practical sessions.

In addition to practical training, we will also help you to develop the personal and social skills you need to live in the wider community and work with others. You will learn how to set your own goals, live healthily, work as part of a team and prepare for the world of work. You will also improve your maths, English and IT skills, and begin to understand your own rights and responsibilities.

Mandatory equipment needed includes chef whites, trousers, aprons, hat, oven cloths, safety shoes, chef knives. Purchased through an educational chef's equipment provider.

Entry requirements

None. A practical / written skills test may be required. If you do not have a 4 in English & maths then this will be studied alongside your main qualification.

Course Modules

City & Guilds

Boiling, Poaching, Steaming, Shallow Frying, Deep Frying, Grilling, Baking, Roasting, Healthy Eating, Kitchen Equipment, Food Safety.

How will I be assessed?

Practical assessments throughout the year alongside written short answer question papers and assignments.

What can I do next

Successful completion of this course could allow you to continue onto a Level 2 qualification in Hospitality and Catering / an Apprenticeship.