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COURSE OVERVIEW
This course is for you if you would like to become a professional chef and will inspire you to be the best . You will build on skills you have learnt from previous experience and release your passion , preparing you to work in the creative, challenging and rewarding environment of the hospitality industry.
Along with the preparation and cooking Skills you will acquire, also include Professionalism, Teamwork, self management, personal development, Food Safety and hygiene ,a strong work ethic, adaptability and resilience for this, sometimes tough industry. You will also work in our state of the art restaurant, both preparing and serving fresh ‘on Trend’ fresh foods and Menus, as well as visiting and working alongside guest chefs from industry. We run a commercial hospitality operation within the college which will give you plenty of enterprise opportunities to prepare for your future. Please note that we adhere to occupational standards within our realistic working environment.
FURTHER INFORMATION
School leavers Route
You will need 4 GCSEs including a Food Tech GCSE at Grade 4 or above and either English or Maths at 4 or above. The remaining 2 required GCSEs should be a grade 3 or above.
Progression Route from Level One NVQ Hospitality
Successful completion of full study programme level 1 in hospitality/catering.
GCSE Grade 4 in either English or Maths and 95% attendance.
19 plus/Adult
Successful application and Interview.
All students will be required to secure a 1 day week industry related work placement for the duration of the course.
You can progress onto a level 3 Professional Cookery course or an apprenticeship.
There are a vast number of opportunities in the hospitality industry worldwide which will suit your aspirations.
You will be assessed through a mix of observations while you are preparing and cooking food and short multiple choice theory tests to ensure you have an understanding of the subject.
You will also complete a portfolio of practical work.
Chefs Uniform, Front of House Uniform, Text Book and Knives . Estimated cost £300.00.
Consumables £50.00 to be paid on the day prior to enrolment.
Course fees may apply to 19+ Learners.