Food Preparation (General)

Course summary

This course is aimed at anyone who is determined and motivated to develop their skills to become a professional chef and have an interest in managing their own kitchen or restaurant. You should have a real passion for pursuing a career within hospitality. It is designed to help you enter employment with a higher level of responsibility or at a more prestigious establishment. Throughout the year, you will develop skills and techniques to complete a wide range of tasks within a kitchen and restaurant. Topics may include: • Financial control within a kitchen • Legal and social responsibilities • Theory and technical skills related to a range of food items Your week will consist of theory and workshop lessons as well as research study time. You would also benefit from exposure to a part-time job within a professional hospitality environment. In addition to the main qualification, you will undertake a Level 2 Certificate in Food & Beverage Service. This will involve learning about the organisation of a customer-facing role within the hospitality industry. You will take part in event planning within our realistic working environment.