Free Level 1 Culinary Skills Course in Rugby. Classes run at Rugby College, full-time during the day, over one year. You'll cover professional food preparation and cookery, food and beverage service, bar skills, and patisserie and bakery. Maths and English are included at an appropriate level. This culinary skills qualification is designed for people new to the hospitality and catering industry.
Who this course is for
The Level 1 Diploma in Introduction to Professional Cookery will suit you if you are new to the industry.On this course you will cover such units as: Professional food preparation and cookery; Professional food and beverage service; Bar skills; Patisserie and bakery; Maths and English at an appropriate level.
What you will learn
You'll practise professional food preparation and cookery techniques.
You'll develop food and beverage service skills.
You'll learn bar skills used in hospitality settings.
You'll explore patisserie and bakery methods.
You'll build your maths and English at a level suited to the course.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in the classroom and kitchen. Assessment is based on the units you complete throughout the year, covering both practical skills and underpinning knowledge. Your progress will be assessed as you work through each area of the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Rugby College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Kitchen assistant: supporting chefs in a professional kitchen
Commis chef: entry-level cooking role in restaurants or hotels
Catering assistant: food preparation and service in catering settings
Barista or bar staff: drinks preparation and customer service
Pastry assistant: supporting patisserie and bakery production
What you could study next
Level 2 Diploma in Professional Cookery: the next step toward working as a chef in a professional kitchen.
Level 2 Diploma in Food and Beverage Service: if you want to focus on front-of-house hospitality roles.
Functional Skills English and Maths Level 2: strengthens your CV and meets employer requirements for many catering roles.
