At least four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, or achievement of a pass in a relevant Level 1 qualification.
Entry requirements
Why choose this course?
This Level 2 qualification develops strong foundational cookery, teamwork and professional behaviours. You’ll work in commercial kitchens, learn to prepare and cook a wide range of dishes, understand food safety and build resilience and creativity needed for careers in the fast-paced hospitality industry.
Further information
Designed for aspiring chefs wanting structured skill development in real hospitality environments with opportunities to work alongside industry chefs.
- Enterprise skills
- Food safety
- Prep & cook dishes
- Professionalism
- Teamwork
Progression includes Level 3 Professional Cookery, apprenticeships or entry into a variety of global hospitality roles.
Assessed through observations in practical sessions, multiple-choice tests and a portfolio demonstrating a range of completed cookery tasks.