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Free Level 2 Culinary Skills Course in Wakefield

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start30 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 Wakefield. Classes run at Wakefield College, full-time during the day, over one year. This culinary skills course covers professional cooking techniques across meat, fish, poultry, pasta, desserts, and more. You'll also study food safety, health and safety, and healthier foods. Alongside the main culinary skills qualification, you'll work toward a Certificate in Food and Beverage Service, giving you a broader grounding in hospitality and catering. Entry requires 4 GCSEs at grade 3 or above, or a Level 1 in English or Maths plus a Level 1 Hospitality qualification.

Who this course is for

This vocational course is ideal if you want to gain skills for employment as a Chef or within Front of House Operations.

Please note that as well as studying for the Level 2 Diploma in Culinary Skills, you will also study towards a Certificate in Food and Beverage Service to give you the opportunity to learn, develop and practice the skills needed for a wide-ranging career in the Hospitality and Catering industry.

Entry requirements

4 GCSEs at at Grade 9-3

OR

Level 1 in either English or Maths and Level 1 qualification in Hospitality for progressing students.

What you will learn

  • You'll prepare and cook stocks, soups, and sauces to professional standards.
  • You'll prepare and cook meat, poultry, fish, and shellfish.
  • You'll produce hot and cold desserts and puddings.
  • You'll prepare and cook rice, pasta, grains, and egg dishes.
  • You'll prepare and cook fruit and vegetables.
  • You'll apply food safety and health and safety practices in a catering environment.
  • You'll understand healthier foods and special dietary requirements.
  • You'll develop food and beverage service skills for front of house roles.

How you will learn

You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in a catering environment, alongside classroom-based study. Assessment is by portfolio of evidence, which can include observations, assignments, practical tests, written tests, oral questions, witness statements, and case studies. You'll build your portfolio throughout the year, drawing on your practical work and written tasks.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Wakefield College 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: junior kitchen role, ideal entry point
  • Kitchen assistant: supporting chefs in food preparation
  • Catering assistant: food prep and service in schools, hospitals, or events
  • Front of house team member: food and beverage service roles
  • Restaurant team member: combining kitchen and service skills

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Professional Cookery: the next step for those aiming for senior kitchen roles or head chef positions.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Hospitality Supervision and Leadership: suited to those moving into supervisory roles in hospitality and catering.
  • Apprenticeship in Commis Chef or Chef de Partie: earn while you work and gain on-the-job experience alongside a formal qualification.
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