Free Level 2 Culinary Skills Course in Halifax. Classes run full-time during the day at Francis St Calderdale College. This is a focused, full-time route covering professional cookery techniques and kitchen skills. The course runs for 468 hours in total. You'll develop the practical knowledge that employers in kitchens and catering look for. A culinary skills qualification at this level is recognised by employers across the hospitality sector.
Who this course is for
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What you will learn
You'll prepare and cook a range of dishes using professional kitchen techniques.
You'll learn food safety and hygiene practices required in commercial kitchens.
You'll develop knife skills and the correct handling of kitchen equipment.
You'll understand how to plan and cost menus.
You'll practise presentation and finishing techniques for plated dishes.
You'll work to the standards expected in a professional kitchen environment.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a professional kitchen setting at the college. Assessment is a mix of practical observation and written tasks. You'll be assessed on your ability to prepare and cook dishes to a set standard. Your tutor will observe your work in the kitchen and review your knowledge through written assignments.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Francis St Calderdale College 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 and hotels
Kitchen assistant: supporting the kitchen team day to day
Catering assistant: food preparation in schools, hospitals, or care homes
Short-order cook: fast-paced cooking in cafes and diners
Pastry assistant: supporting pastry and dessert production
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Professional Cookery: the next step if you want to move into senior kitchen roles or head chef positions.
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Professional Cookery: a work-based route that lets you qualify while employed in a kitchen.
Food Safety and Hygiene Level 3 Award: a short qualification valued by employers for supervisory kitchen roles.
