Free Level 2 Culinary Skills Course in Bootle. Classes run full-time at Hugh Baird College Bootle, five days a week during the day. Over 35 weeks, you'll develop the practical cooking techniques and kitchen knowledge that professional chefs use every day. You'll cover food preparation, cooking methods, nutrition, and kitchen safety. This City and Guilds culinary skills qualification is a strong starting point for work in professional kitchens.
Who this course is for
https://hughbaird.ac.uk/our-courses/sta:College
Entry requirements
https://www.hughbaird.ac.uk/entry-requirements
What you will learn
You'll prepare and cook a range of dishes using professional techniques.
You'll handle and store food safely in line with hygiene standards.
You'll use and maintain kitchen equipment correctly.
You'll apply knowledge of nutrition and menu planning.
You'll work to the pace and standards of a professional kitchen environment.
You'll understand how to reduce waste and control portion sizes.
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in a professional training kitchen, alongside classroom-based theory. Assessment includes practical observations, where you'll demonstrate cooking skills to your assessor, and written or portfolio-based tasks covering food safety and culinary knowledge. You'll be assessed throughout the course rather than in a single final exam.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Hugh Baird College Bootle 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 chefs in food preparation
Catering assistant: food service in schools, hospitals, or events
Short-order cook: fast-paced cooking in cafes or canteens
Pastry assistant: supporting pastry chefs in bakeries or hotels
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Professional Cookery (City and Guilds or Pearson): the next step toward senior chef roles and kitchen management.
Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering: a short compliance qualification many employers ask for.
Level 3 Hospitality Supervision and Leadership: useful if you want to move into kitchen or front-of-house management.
