Level 3 Professional Cookery Course in Cambridge

CostFee:2578.00 Concession: 134.00
Duration18 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Level 3 Professional Cookery Course in Cambridge. Classes run at Cambridge Regional College, part-time during the day. To join, you'll need a relevant Level 2 cookery qualification and be working in a kitchen that produces suitable menu items. Candidates are interviewed and take a trade assessment as part of the admissions process. This level 3 professional cookery qualification develops skills across a wide range of commercial kitchens, from large institutions to fine-dining restaurants. The course runs over 18 months.

Who this course is for

This is a recognised City & Guilds Qualification which exists to help adults develop their career in the catering industry.

This course is accessible for candidates who have completed a similar Level 2 qualification and are working in an environment that produces suitable menu items. In this course they will develop a variety of skills in the kitchen. These skills can be applied to every type of commercial kitchen, from large institutions to fine-dining restaurants or gastro-pubs, all the skills required can be obtained here at CRC.

The staff at CRC work with employers to tailor the course to suit the business requirements.

Benefits to the Employer

Low cost, value-added training Motivated and well-trained staff with essential skills Enhanced staff morale Greater employee retention rates Improved efficiency and productivity Your staff will receive relevant industry training that can have an immediate positive impact on your business. Practical Element: City and Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Professional Cookery (Preparation and Cooking).

Mandatory Units:

Develop productive working relationships with colleagues Maintain health, hygiene, safety and security of the working environment Maintain food safety when storing, preparing and cooking food.

Supported with an extensive range of optional units to choose from, to tailor to the business requirements.

Entry requirements

For Level 3 Professional Cookery candidates should have completed a similar Level 2 qualification and be working in an environment that produces suitable menu items.

Candidates will be interviewed as part of the admissions process which will include screening and a trade assessment.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop advanced cooking techniques used across commercial kitchen environments.
  • You'll prepare and cook a range of dishes to professional standards.
  • You'll apply skills suited to different settings, including restaurants, gastro-pubs, and large-scale catering.
  • You'll demonstrate safe and hygienic kitchen practices at Level 3 standard.
  • You'll plan and produce menu items appropriate to a professional kitchen.

How you will learn

This is a work-based NVQ, so assessment is built around your performance in a real kitchen environment. You'll be observed carrying out practical tasks and assessed on the quality of your work. The admissions process includes an interview and a trade assessment to confirm you're working at the right level before you start.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Cambridge Regional College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Chef de partie: runs a specific section in a professional kitchen
  • Sous chef: second-in-command, supports the head chef
  • Head chef: leads the kitchen team and oversees menus
  • Pastry chef: specialises in desserts and baked goods
  • Catering supervisor: manages food production in large-scale settings
  • Private chef: cooks for individuals, families, or events
  • Restaurant cook: prepares dishes across a full service menu

What you could study next

  • Level 4 Diploma in Professional Culinary Arts (City and Guilds): moves into advanced culinary techniques and kitchen management.
  • Level 5 qualifications in Hospitality Management: if you want to move into operational or general management roles.
  • Food Safety in Catering qualifications (Level 3 or 4): useful for supervisory and management responsibilities in any kitchen setting.

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