Overview
This programme provides students with an in-depth knowledge of food preparation and cooking which underpins advanced cookery skills.

Content
Graduates will be able to:

• Cook dishes from fresh ingredients
• Use a substantial range of preparation methods, cooking methods
  and finishing techniques
• Work independently in a commercial kitchen
• Discuss basic nutrition requirements
• Manage food safety
• Undertake food costing and portion control
• Exhibit a range of interpersonal, customer care and personal care
  skills which contribute to a productive, team environment

Career Options

• Well placed to pursue a career as an assistant or second chef, or demi-chef de partie

Further Study

• National Diploma in Hospitality (Operational Management) (Level 5) (Food and Beverage)
• National Diploma in Hospitality (Operational Management) (Level 5) (Kitchen Management)

Admission Information
A level 3 qualification in cookery.

Qualifications gained:

National Certificate in Hospitality (Professional Cookery) (Level 4)
Northland Polytechnic Certificate Professional Cookery (Level 4)
Successful candidates are eligible to sit the: City and Guilds Diploma in
Culinary Arts.