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Free Level 1 Professional Cookery Course in Truro

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyVTCT awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 Introduction to Professional Cookery Course in Truro. Classes run at Truro College, full-time during the day. You'll spend a year building hands-on skills in food preparation, cooking techniques, and food and beverage service in an industry-standard kitchen. The introduction to professional cookery classes cover the core skills professional kitchens expect from day one. Entry requires at least two GCSEs at grade 3 or above, ideally including English and Maths, or equivalent Level 1 Functional Skills qualifications. You'll have an interview before you start, and support with English and Maths is built into the programme.

Who this course is for

If you are looking to begin your journey in the Hospitality industry, the Level 1 Introductory Diploma to Professional Cookery will cover all the basic skills and techniques required in food preparation, production, cooking and food and beverage service. The course is structured to support and develop confidence and skills in a professional kitchen. Students will complete their studies in our industry-standard kitchen environment. Students who enjoy cookery, creating their own dishes and have a desire to learn more about becoming a professional chef will be stretched and challenged, gaining valuable insights into the qualities needed to work in the busy but rewarding Hospitality industry. To support a strong starting point in the hospitality industry, students will study a Level 2 Diploma in Food Safety and a Level 2 Barista qualification alongside this course.

Entry requirements

At least two GCSEs at grade 3 or above, ideally including English and Maths or appropriate level 1 Functional Skills qualifications.

Students must be willing to study for additional qualifications in English and/or Maths if the above is not achieved at GCSE.

Applicants will be invited to attend an interview and will have all of their literacy and numeracy needs supported throughout the programme.

What you will learn

  • You'll practise knife skills and basic food preparation techniques.
  • You'll learn how to cook a range of dishes using professional kitchen methods.
  • You'll develop skills in food and beverage service.
  • You'll follow food safety and hygiene standards used in professional kitchens.
  • You'll work in a kitchen environment set up to industry standards.
  • You'll create your own dishes and develop your understanding of flavour and presentation.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a professional kitchen environment. Assessment is carried out through observation of practical skills, written tasks, and coursework completed throughout the year. Your literacy and numeracy needs are supported throughout the programme, and you may also study for Functional Skills qualifications in English and Maths alongside the main course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Truro College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Commis chef: entry-level kitchen role preparing and cooking food.
  • Kitchen assistant: supporting chefs with preparation and service.
  • Catering assistant: food preparation and service in catering settings.
  • Food service assistant: front-of-house food and beverage service.
  • Hospitality team member: general kitchen and service support roles.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Diploma in Professional Cookery: the natural next step, covering more advanced techniques and kitchen skills employers expect.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Food and Beverage Service: if you want to develop front-of-house skills alongside cookery.
  • Functional Skills Maths and English Level 2: opens doors to further training and meets entry requirements for many Level 3 courses.
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