Free Level 2 Culinary Skills Course in Bromley. Classes run full-time during the day at London South East Colleges Orpington. The course runs for 35 weeks and covers the practical and technical skills you need to work in a professional kitchen. You'll learn knife skills, cooking methods, and how to prepare a wide range of dishes to industry standards. Entry typically requires 4 GCSEs at grades 9 to 3 (A* to D), or a Level 1 qualification. English and maths are desirable.
Who this course is for
Further information is available on our website
Entry requirements
4 GCSEs at grades 9 - 3/A* - D (English and maths desirable) or a Level 1 qualification.
What you will learn
You'll develop knife skills and safe food preparation techniques.
You'll learn a range of cooking methods including roasting, braising, poaching, and frying.
You'll prepare meat, fish, poultry, vegetables, and pastry dishes.
You'll follow food hygiene and health and safety standards in a kitchen environment.
You'll understand how to plan and cost menus.
You'll work as part of a kitchen team under realistic service conditions.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical kitchen sessions and classroom-based theory. Assessment is a mix of practical observations, written assignments, and knowledge tests. You'll be assessed on your ability to prepare and cook dishes to a professional standard. Your tutor will observe your work in the kitchen and give feedback throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. London South East Colleges Orpington will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Chef de partie: section chef in a professional kitchen
Commis chef: entry-level role in restaurants or hotels
Kitchen assistant: supporting the team with food preparation
Catering assistant: food preparation in schools, hospitals, or events
Short-order cook: fast-paced cooking in cafes or diners
Pastry assistant: specialist baking and dessert preparation role
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Professional Cookery (City and Guilds or Pearson): the next step if you want to move into senior kitchen roles or head chef positions.
Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering: a short compliance qualification many employers require.
Level 3 Hospitality Supervision and Leadership: useful if you want to move into a supervisory role in a kitchen or catering operation.
