Free Level 1 Culinary Skills Course in Halifax. Classes run at Francis St Calderdale College, full-time during the day. This City and Guilds culinary skills qualification covers the foundations of professional cookery. The course runs for 468 hours, giving you solid hands-on time in the kitchen. You'll develop the practical techniques that kitchens expect from new starters. A culinary skills certificate opens the door to entry-level chef and catering roles, and sets you up for further training.
Who this course is for
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What you will learn
You'll practise basic knife skills and food preparation techniques.
You'll learn how to cook using a range of methods, including boiling, roasting, and frying.
You'll follow food hygiene and safety rules used in professional kitchens.
You'll prepare dishes to a consistent standard under timed conditions.
You'll understand how to store and handle ingredients correctly.
You'll work as part of a kitchen team, following instructions and managing your workstation.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical kitchen sessions in a classroom-based setting at the college. Assessment is hands-on. You'll be observed preparing and cooking dishes, and your work will be assessed against set standards. There may also be short written or knowledge-based tasks to check your understanding of food safety and cookery principles.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Francis St Calderdale College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Chef (commis or kitchen assistant) - entry-level role in a professional kitchen
Kitchen assistant - supporting chefs with food prep and service
Catering assistant - food preparation in schools, hospitals, or care settings
Café or canteen cook - preparing meals in smaller catering operations
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Professional Cookery - the next step for anyone working toward a chef career, covering more advanced techniques and kitchen management.
Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering - a short qualification that strengthens your food hygiene knowledge, valued by employers in catering and hospitality.
Level 2 NVQ in Food Production and Cooking - a work-based route that builds on your skills in a real kitchen environment.
