Vocational
Highbury Campus
09 Sept 2024
1 year
Full-time
Free
For students to develop their professional cookery skills and associated knowledge. This course will refine skills across a broad range of commodities.
Units include:
You will complete a variety of work placements within the industry including the Brookfield Hotel ‘takeover’. You will also have the opportunity to compete in local and national competitions, volunteer at events such as Victorious Festival and take part in charitable initiatives. In addition, you will be invited on trips to Billingsgate Fish Market and wholesale food providers.
A minimum of five GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English.
This course is full time for one year and you are also required to complete 30 hours minimum in a work placement setting. Attending maths and English lessons at the appropriate level is also be expected as part of this programme.
You will continue the development of your skills through practical work. There will be classroom activity, online learning, visits and assignments to add to your portfolio, including two end-of-year synoptic tests. You will regularly review your work with your tutor and receive feedback on your progress.
You can progress to the Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Professional Cookery or go straight into employment or an apprenticeship as a chef or member of the food service team in the hotel and catering industry.
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