Level 2 Culinary Skills Course in Scarborough. Classes run at Scarborough TEC, full-time during the day. The course may be free if you're 16 to 18 years old. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply, so contact the college to confirm. This culinary skills qualification covers professional kitchen techniques, food preparation, and cooking methods used in catering and hospitality. The course runs for around 10 months.
Who this course is for
School leavers
Entry requirements
https://www.scarboroughtec.ac.uk/
What you will learn
You'll prepare and cook a range of dishes using professional kitchen techniques.
You'll develop knife skills and safe food handling practices.
You'll learn how to work safely and hygienically in a commercial kitchen.
You'll understand nutrition and how it influences menu planning.
You'll practise portion control, presentation, and plating techniques.
You'll work as part of a kitchen team, managing time and tasks under pressure.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a professional kitchen environment at Scarborough TEC. Assessment includes practical tasks where you demonstrate cooking skills, as well as written or online tests covering food safety and culinary knowledge. Your progress will be assessed throughout the course, not just at the end.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Scarborough TEC will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Chef de partie: section cook in a professional kitchen
Commis chef: entry-level role in restaurants or hotels
Kitchen assistant: supporting the chef team day to day
Catering assistant: food prep and service in schools or hospitals
Short-order cook: fast-paced cooking in cafes or diners
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Professional Cookery: the next step toward senior kitchen roles and head chef positions.
Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering: a short compliance qualification many employers require.
Apprenticeship in Commis Chef (Level 2): earn while you apply your culinary skills in a real workplace setting.
