EDI Food Processing and Cooking Level 2

EDI Food Processing and Cooking Level 2

Overview

The Food Processing and Cooking NVQ Level 2 has been developed from the National Occupational Standards produced by People 1st, the Sector Skills Council for the hospitality, leisure, travel and tourism industries. This qualification is suitable for:

This qualification is also appropriate for candidates working within local authority catering, school
meals, residential and care homes, the National Health Service, either as contractors or direct
caterers, and licensed retail outlets.

Outline Programme

The structure of the award is covered by 3 mandatory units and optional units from
two optional groups which total a minimum of 11 units, as follows:

MANDATORY UNITS

All the following three units must be completed:

• Unit 22 (1GEN1) Maintain a safe, hygienic and secure working environment
• Unit 25 (1GEN4) Contribute to effective teamwork (CfA)
• Unit 89 (2GEN3) Maintain food safety when storing, preparing and cooking food (2GEN3)

OPTIONAL GROUP A

Candidates must complete a minimum of four of the following optional units:

• Unit 51 (2FC1) Cook and finish basic fish dishes
• Unit 53 (2FC3) Cook and finish basic meat dishes
• Unit 54 (2FC4) Cook and finish basic poultry dishes
• Unit 57 (2FC7) Cook and finish basic vegetable dishes
• Unit 58 (2FC8) Cook-chill food
• Unit 59 (2FC9) Cook freeze food
• Unit 67 (2FPC1) Prepare, cook and finish basic hot sauces
• Unit 70 (2FPC4) Prepare, cook and finish basic rice dishes
• Unit 71 (2FPC5) Prepare, cook and finish basic pasta dishes
• Unit 72 (2FPC6) Prepare, cook and finish basic pulse dishes

Qualification and Examination Information

Designed for: Those involved in Food Processing and Cooking as their primary work activity and are seeking a career in the processing and cooking of food and wish to take their first steps towards a professional qualification and wish to receive recognition for their experience
Course duration: Assessment time can vary depending on the learners previous experience and their job role
Assessment method: Assessments are carried out in the workplace against nationally recognised criteria. At the end of each unit the learner is expected to pass a knowledge test under exam conditions.
QCA Accredited: Level 2
Certificated by: Education Development International