Entry Requirements:

Entry requirements 

• Four or more GCSEs at Grade 3 or above, including English and maths, or 
• Successful completion of a full Level 1 study programme in any subject, together with GCSE English and maths at Grade 3 or above 

You will also be required to: 

• Demonstrate good attendance, punctuality and a positive attitude to learning 
• Attend an interview with a member of the college admissions team 
• Show an interest in hospitality, catering and food preparation 

What will I learn?

During the course you will study topics including: 

• Professional knife skills 
• Food hygiene and food safety 
• Health and safety within the kitchen 
• Working effectively as part of a catering team 
• Preparation and cooking of meat and poultry dishes 
• Preparation of soups and stocks 
• Production of hot sauces 
• Preparation of cold sauces and dressings 
• Production of hot and cold desserts 
• Food presentation and plating techniques 

What skills will I gain?

By studying this qualification you will: 

• Develop professional food preparation and cookery skills 
• Learn how to prepare and present dishes to industry standards 
• Improve your knife skills and kitchen techniques 
• Develop an understanding of flavour, texture and food quality 
• Gain knowledge of food safety and hygiene procedures 
• Build teamwork and communication skills 
• Develop confidence working in a professional kitchen environment 
• Learn the standards and expectations of the hospitality industry 
• Improve organisation, time management and problem-solving skills 

How will I be assessed?

During your course you will be assessed through: 

• Practical assessments 
• Professional observations 
• Coursework and assignments 
• Written examinations 

Assessment takes place throughout the programme and will test both your practical skills and underpinning knowledge. 

What can I do next?

Successful completion of the course will enable you to progress to: 

• Further education and specialist hospitality qualifications 
• Hospitality and Catering apprenticeships 
• Employment within the catering and hospitality industry 

Potential career areas include: 

• Commis Chef 
• Chef de Partie 
• Restaurant Chef 
• Hotel Chef 
• Pub and Bistro Chef 
• Catering Assistant 
• Food Production Operative 
• Hospital Catering Assistant 
• Kitchen Supervisor 
• Self-employed Caterer