Free Level 3 Professional Cookery Course in Scunthorpe. Classes run at North Lindsey College, in a professional kitchen. This full-time, daytime course builds on existing cookery skills to develop advanced classical and modern cooking techniques. You'll cover food preparation, kitchen and larder work, and food and beverage service. Entry requires either a Level 2 Diploma in Professional Cookery or Level 2 Diploma in Culinary Skills, or relevant industry experience discussed at interview. The course takes one year to complete. A free professional cookery course for adults looking to step up in the kitchen. City and Guilds Diploma in Advanced Professional Cookery (Kitchen and Larder) Level 3 with certificate.
Who this course is for
Taught in our professional kitchen, this course will help you to build on the skills you will have from working in the industry already or from the Level 2 Diploma in Professional Cookery, to become a competent and efficient chef. Using the skills you have already developed, this course will help to advance your knowledge of classical and modern cooking techniques. Throughout the course you will also learn about food preparation, as well as develop food and beverage service skills.
Entry requirements
Ideally at least 4 GCSEs at grade 9-4 or grade A*-D, but this is subject to discussion at your interview. A prerequisite of either a 2 Diploma in Professional Cookery or Level 2 Diploma in Culinary Skills. If you have had experience working in the catering industry and can demonstrate a reasonable amount of knowledge and culinary skills, then you will be considered for this course, this too will be discussed at the interview stage.
What you will learn
You'll develop classical and modern cooking techniques at an advanced level.
You'll practise kitchen and larder skills in a professional kitchen environment.
You'll learn food preparation methods across a range of dishes and cuisines.
You'll build food and beverage service skills alongside your cookery training.
You'll advance your knowledge of efficient kitchen workflow and production.
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in a professional kitchen, alongside classroom-based study. Assessment is through practical tasks, assignments, and observations of your cooking skills. Your progress is assessed against the standards set by City and Guilds for the Level 3 Diploma.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. North Lindsey College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Chef de partie: section leader in a professional kitchen
Commis chef: junior role in hotels, restaurants, or contract catering
Larder chef: specialist in cold kitchen and food preparation
