Level 1 Professional Cookery Course in Newport. Classes run at HTP Apprenticeship College Riverbank Campus, full-time during the day over 39 weeks. Government funding may be available for some learners, and fees may apply for others. You'll cover professional cookery classes in food preparation, cooking methods, food safety, and kitchen practice. Time is split between the training kitchen and the classroom. The course builds the knowledge and skills employers look for in kitchen roles.
Who this course is for
The BIIAB Level 1 Diploma in Introduction to Professional Cookery has been designed to provide you with the introductory knowledge and skills in order to help you enter the professional cookery industry. Achieving this qualification will show potential employers your have the skills and knowledge to prepare for work in professional cookery and work in roles such as Kitchen Assistant or Junior Cook and onto an Apprenticeship.
What you will learn
You'll learn the fundamentals of food safety in catering.
You'll practise preparing and cooking food using methods including boiling, poaching, steaming, stewing, braising, baking, roasting, grilling, and frying.
You'll develop skills in cold food preparation.
You'll learn how to use and care for professional kitchen equipment.
You'll study healthier foods and special dietary requirements.
You'll gain an understanding of health and safety in catering and hospitality environments.
You'll learn how to regenerate pre-prepared food to professional standards.
How you will learn
Assessment combines practical and written methods. You'll build a portfolio of work, answer set knowledge questions, complete a multiple choice test, and be observed by a tutor demonstrating each cooking technique. You'll spend time in both the training kitchen and the classroom, so assessment reflects both your practical cookery skills and your underpinning knowledge.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. HTP Apprenticeship College Riverbank Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Kitchen assistant: entry-level role supporting chefs in a professional kitchen.
Junior cook: preparing and cooking dishes under supervision.
Commis chef: the first step on the chef career ladder in restaurants and hotels.
Catering assistant: food preparation and service in schools, hospitals, or workplace canteens.
Apprentice chef: combine paid work with further training toward a full chef qualification.
What you could study next
Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering: a short compliance qualification many employers require.
Level 2 Diploma in Professional Cookery: the natural next step, covering more advanced techniques and preparing you for skilled kitchen roles.
Chef Apprenticeship (Level 2 or Level 3): combine on-the-job experience with a recognised qualification and earn while you learn.
