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Free Level 2 Professional Cookery Course in Hammersmith and Fulham – Hammersmith & Fulham College – Full-time

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Professional Cookery Course in Hammersmith and Fulham. Classes run at Hammersmith & Fulham College, full-time during the day, over one year. You'll cover menu planning, advanced cooking techniques, food safety, and kitchen practice. A key part of the course is hands-on service in the college's TASTE Restaurant, which is open to the public. Entry requires four GCSEs at grade 3 or above (including English and maths) or a relevant Level 1 course with Functional Skills Level 1 in English and maths.

Who this course is for

16-18 year olds

Entry requirements

You should have:

Four GCSEs atgrade 3 or above, including English and maths at grade 3 or Functional Skills Level 1 qualifications or A relevant Level 1 course and Functional Skills Level 1 in English and maths.

At enrolment, you will have an interview with our course tutors to ensure the course is right for you. You may also need to complete an initial assessment in English and maths, depending on your grades.

What you will learn

  • You'll plan, design, and cost menus for professional kitchen settings.
  • You'll apply advanced preparation and cooking techniques used in commercial kitchens.
  • You'll maintain food safety and hygiene to professional standards.
  • You'll develop skills for working in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
  • You'll design menus for themed events and special dining occasions.
  • You'll gain practical experience through live restaurant service.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of practical kitchen sessions and theory classes. Hands-on work takes place in the college's TASTE Restaurant, where you'll cook for real lunchtime and evening services. Assessment is through practical tasks and coursework covering the units of the NVQ Diploma. At enrolment, you'll have a tutor interview, and you may also complete an initial assessment in English and maths.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Hammersmith & Fulham College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Chef de partie: section chef in a restaurant or hotel kitchen.
  • Commis chef: junior kitchen role, a common first step after this level 2 professional cookery qualification.
  • Sous chef: second-in-command in a professional kitchen, typically after further experience.
  • Kitchen assistant: food preparation and support in catering or hospitality.
  • Catering assistant: food service in schools, hospitals, or contract catering.
  • Restaurant cook: cooking and plating in a café or restaurant setting.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Professional Cookery: the next step for chefs aiming for senior kitchen roles and broader culinary responsibility.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Professional Cookery (Patisserie and Confectionery): for those who want to specialise in pastry and baking.
  • Apprenticeship (Chef de Partie): combine work and study to build experience while earning.
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