PROFESSIONAL COOKERY INTRODUCTION LEVEL 1 DIPLOMA

This course is designed for people wanting to enter the professional world of catering. The catering industry is very demanding, with long hours spent in a hot environment which requires dedication to reach the top. On this course we prepare students for the demands of the industry by preparing and cooking food for the Jubilee Restaurant which is open to the public. Students on this programme study and work in both the kitchen and restaurant areas and work on additional functions throughout the year. The overarching aim of the programme is to equip learners with the professional skills they require to work towards becoming a chef.

On the City and Guilds Diploma in Professional Cookery you will study different methods of cookery including stewing, braising, roasting, grilling, baking, frying, poaching and steaming, along with a detailed study of the theory of catering. Attached to this programme is the certificate in professional food service and food safety qualifications. The course also provides both theoretical and practical training in front of house skills and food and beverage service. Introduction to the Catering and Hospitality Industry, Food Safety in Catering, Health and Safety Awareness, Legislation in Food and Beverage Service, Understand Menus, Introduction to personal workplace skills, Dealing with Payments, Food and Beverage Skills, Bar Service Skills and Hot Beverage Skills.