Free Level 2 Professional Cookery Course in Canterbury. Classes run at The Canterbury Academy, full-time during the day. This is a work-based qualification, so alongside classroom learning you'll gain hands-on experience in the hospitality industry each week, including visits to local restaurants and London. The course runs for 540 hours in total. You'll need at least a Level 1 in Numeracy and Literacy to start. Bursaries are available for eligible students.
Who this course is for
This course is a work based qualification and is ideal for students wishing to enter the industry. This provides them with the skills needed to suit the profession. The course also enables them to gain work experience on a weekly basis in the hospitality industry. Students get the opportunity to work in industry and also to see some examples of fine dining and food service in local restaurants and London. This course is designed to equip learners with the skills required to enter the hospitality profession. The
Entry requirements
Preferably studying food technology or generally having a real passion and interest in cooking. At least a Level 1 in Numeracy and Literacy required to start the NVQ
What you will learn
You'll develop knife skills and food preparation techniques used in professional kitchens.
You'll learn how to cook a range of dishes to industry standards.
You'll practise food safety and hygiene in a catering environment.
You'll gain hands-on experience through weekly work placements in the hospitality industry.
You'll learn how professional kitchens are organised and how to work as part of a kitchen team.
You'll see fine dining and food service in action at local restaurants and in London.
How you will learn
This is a work-based NVQ, so assessment is based on practical performance. You'll be observed carrying out tasks in the kitchen and on work placements. You'll also build a portfolio of evidence showing your skills and knowledge. Classroom sessions at The Canterbury Academy support your practical work throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Canterbury Academy 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: junior kitchen role, how to become a chef starting point
Kitchen assistant: food preparation and kitchen support
Catering assistant: food service in schools, hospitals, or events
Short-order cook: fast-paced café or canteen cooking
Hospitality team member: front-of-house and kitchen combined roles
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Professional Cookery: the next step for chefs aiming for senior kitchen roles and supervisory positions.
Level 3 Award in Food Safety in Catering: strengthens your food safety credentials, useful for supervisory kitchen work.
Level 2 Award in Hospitality and Catering Principles: broadens your knowledge across the wider hospitality sector if you want to move between kitchen and front-of-house roles.
