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Level 3 Professional Cookery Course in Birmingham

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Level 3 Professional Cookery Course in Birmingham. Classes run at Longbridge Campus, full-time during the day. Fees vary depending on your circumstances. Call 0121 694 5001 or visit the website for full fee information.

This professional cookery qualification covers advanced kitchen and larder techniques. You'll learn to create signature dishes, manage a kitchen budget, and apply food safety at a high level. The course takes one year to complete. Entry requires a recognised Level 2 catering qualification and evidence of English at GCSE grade 4 or Functional Skills Level 2.

You'll finish with a City and Guilds Diploma in Advanced Professional Cookery.

Who this course is for

This Advanced Technical Diploma in Professional Cookery is the most up-to-date professional Level 3 qualification, which enables you to go on to study at university level. It will prepare you to work towards becoming a senior chef de partie or sous chef. This level will teach you the skills needed to create your own signature dishes and to manage a budget. We offer a creative, exciting and fast- paced environment which provides the essential ingredients for success. We have modern and well-resourced kitchens, to perfect culinary skills whilst under the supervision of our expert lecturers. We offer a fine dining experience in our commercial restaurant Karibunis which has gained excellent Trip Advisor reviews.

Entry requirements

You will hold a recognised level 2 catering qualification. You could have current and continued work experience in a kitchen. GCSE grade 4/C or above in English language* Level 2 or above in Functional skills English* * If you do not have evidence of a recognised English qualification you will undertake an Initial Assessment at the start of your course to support you appropriately.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop advanced kitchen and larder techniques used in professional kitchens.
  • You'll create your own signature dishes using high-level culinary skills.
  • You'll manage a kitchen budget and understand cost control.
  • You'll apply food safety principles at an advanced level.
  • You'll practise complex dishes in a modern, well-equipped kitchen environment.
  • You'll gain knowledge of kitchen management relevant to senior chef roles.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical sessions in professional kitchen facilities at Longbridge Campus. Teaching covers hands-on cookery alongside theory in food safety and kitchen management. You'll be assessed through practical tasks, assignments, and demonstrations of your culinary skills. A commercial restaurant on site gives you experience in a real service environment.

What you will need to bring

Longbridge Campus will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Chef de Partie, runs a section of a professional kitchen.
  • Sous Chef, supports the head chef and manages the kitchen team.
  • Chef, prepares and cooks dishes in restaurants, hotels, or catering companies.
  • Kitchen Manager, oversees kitchen operations and staff.
  • Catering Supervisor, manages food production in large catering settings.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Certificate in General Patisserie and Confectionery, a natural next step if you want to specialise in pastry and desserts.
  • Higher National Certificate or Higher National Diploma in Hospitality Management, a Level 4 or Level 5 route into management roles.
  • Foundation Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Culinary Arts, for those aiming toward head chef or food industry leadership roles.
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