City & Guilds Level 2
Technical Certificate in Professional Cookery
WHAT DOES THE SUBJECT INCLUDE?
Are you looking to begin your career in the diverse catering and hospitality industries?
Learners interested in theLevel 2 Technical Certificate in Professional Cookerywill study theoretical aspects of the subject and apply them to practical tasks.
Techniques covered include:
• boiling, poaching and steaming
• stewing and braising
• baking, roasting and grilling
• deep frying and shallow frying
• cold food preparation.
Learners will also cover:
• the structure of professional kitchens and the principles of working as a professional chef
• how knives, tools and equipment are used in professional kitchens
• how to work safely and hygienically.
You will gain practical knowledge in a range of areas, learning to prepare, cook and present fish and shellfish, meat, poultry and game, vegetable dishes, sauces and dressings, patisserie, fermented goods and desserts. You will also look at gastronomy and food culture. You will be able to enjoy the benefits of a full-time course, whilst gaining practical work skills in the College’s excellent kitchen and restaurant facilities
WHAT IS THE STRUCTURE OF THE COURSE?
The full programme consists of the following elements:
Level 2 Technical certificate in professional cookery: In this part of the course you will develop your culinary knowledge and skills, working with a wide range of ingredients and techniques. You will train in the College’s catering department kitchens and produce top quality cuisine for the College’s showcase restaurant. The broad areas covered include hot and cold food preparation and presentation, kitchen work, food preparation, desserts, baking and pastry.
IS THIS COURSE FOR ME?
Candidates require a genuine interest in food and customer care and the ability to succeed and have fun in a challenging environment.
WHAT ARE THE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS?
Entry is by formal interview, a grade 9-4 (A-C) in English and Maths is desirable.
WHAT QUALIFICATION WILL I GAIN IF I SUCCESSFULLY
COMPLETE THE COURSE?
City and Guilds Level 2 Technical Certificate in Professional Cookery
OTHER RELEVANT DETAILS?
You will have the opportunity to work and be assessed in the college restaurant, plus outside catering events and other real workplace environments. You will also be able to achieve a range of related catering awards including Food Safety. There will also be opportunities to participate in national cookery competitions
HOW MANY HOURS, WEEKS, YEARS DOES IT LAST?
Full-time for one year
WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING WITH ME?
You will need to buy one set of chefs’ whites, your own personal knife set and a text books. (You may be able to get help with the costs from the College’s Learner Support Fund. More details are available from the Student Services team)
WHAT CAN I DO NEXT?
Completion of this course can lead to a number of options in education and employment. You could move directly into employment and apply your knowledge and skills in the workplace. You are encouraged to gain work experience during this course, and may be able to secure a full position when you finish.
Alternatively, you may choose to progress onto a Level 3 course.
HOW DO I APPLY/JOIN THIS COURSE?
You can complete the application form online by visiting the College’s website If you have any questions about the application process, you can call the College Admissions Team on 01691 688080 or email .
Once we have received your application, you will be invited to come to one of the College campuses and meet with a member of our teaching team. You can ask any questions you have, usually at this meeting we will offer you a place on the course you have applied for.