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Free Level 2 Culinary Skills Course in Bexhill-on-Sea

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start3 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Culinary Skills course in Bexhill-on-Sea. Classes run at Bexhill College, full-time during the day, over one year. You'll cover professional cooking techniques, kitchen practice, and the skills needed to work in a busy catering environment. Entry requires a range of 3/2 grades or a suitable Level 1 qualification, plus an interest in catering. The catering industry is one of the UK's largest employment sectors, and this City and Guilds level 2 culinary skills qualification gives you a solid foundation for it.

Who this course is for

If you have a passion for cooking, like working with your hands and gain satisfaction from a job well done, then a career in the catering industry might suit you.

The Culinary Skills Diploma teaches you life skills, practical skills and the knowledge required to gain employment in this field, both locally and nationally. All practical aspects of the qualification will take place in our professional skills kitchen.

Entry requirements

A range of 3/2 grades or a suitable Level 1 qualification plus an interest/passion in catering.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop knife skills and food preparation techniques used in professional kitchens.
  • You'll learn how to cook a range of dishes using different methods, including boiling, roasting, grilling, and frying.
  • You'll practise food hygiene and safety procedures to industry standards.
  • You'll understand how to work efficiently as part of a kitchen team.
  • You'll learn how to present dishes to a professional standard.
  • You'll gain an understanding of nutrition and how it relates to menu planning.

How you will learn

You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in a professional kitchen environment, alongside classroom-based theory. Assessment includes practical observations, where you demonstrate cooking skills to your assessor, and written assignments covering food safety, nutrition, and kitchen operations. You'll be assessed throughout the course rather than in a single exam.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Chef de partie: section cook in a restaurant or hotel kitchen.
  • Commis chef: junior kitchen role, a common first step in the industry.
  • Kitchen assistant: supporting chefs in food prep and service.
  • Catering assistant: food preparation and service in schools, hospitals, or canteens.
  • Short-order cook: fast-paced cooking in cafes, diners, or fast-casual restaurants.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Professional Cookery (City and Guilds): the next step if you want to move into senior kitchen roles or specialise in a cuisine.
  • Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering: a short qualification that formalises your food hygiene knowledge, often required by employers.
  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Professional Cookery: a work-based route that builds on your skills while you're employed in a kitchen.
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