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Free Level 3 Professional Cookery Course in Wakefield

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start30 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Professional Cookery Course in Wakefield. Classes run at Wakefield College, full-time during the day, over one year. You'll need 4 GCSEs at Grade 9 - 3, including English or Maths at Grade 3, plus a Level 2 Certificate or Diploma in Culinary Skills or equivalent. The course covers advanced kitchen techniques across meat, poultry, fish, and vegetarian dishes, alongside food safety supervision and supervisory skills. You'll complete structured work placements with local employers, and some learners have the opportunity to work at a 5-star hotel in Malta.

Who this course is for

The study programme will prepare you for a career as a chef in a professional kitchen and will make you highly employable.

During this qualification you will work with local employers on structured work placement, within this offer there will be an opportunity for learners to attend a residential trip abroad and for some students to attend a work placement in the 5* Hilton Hotel Malta.

Please Note: Work placement opportunities will be available.

Entry requirements

4 GCSEs at Grade 9-3

AND

Level 2 Certificate/Diploma in Culinary Skills or equivalent plus English or Maths at Grade 3

What you will learn

  • You'll develop advanced skills and techniques in preparing meat, offal, poultry, and game dishes.
  • You'll learn to prepare and cook fish and shellfish dishes to a professional standard.
  • You'll produce vegetable and vegetarian dishes using professional kitchen methods.
  • You'll study food safety supervision relevant to a professional kitchen environment.
  • You'll build supervisory skills for the hospitality industry.
  • You'll explore gastronomy, including the principles behind flavour, cuisine, and dining culture.
  • You'll apply your skills in structured work placements with real employers.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions and practical kitchen work at Wakefield College. Assessment includes a portfolio of evidence covering observations, assignments, practical tests, written tests, oral questions, witness statements, and case studies. Level 3 Diploma grades (Pass, Merit, Distinction, Distinction*) are based on externally set and internally marked test papers, unit cooking assessments, and a final cooking assessment drawing on skills from across the whole course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Wakefield 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, supporting the head chef across all areas.
  • Head chef: leads the kitchen team and oversees menus and food production.
  • Kitchen supervisor: manages day-to-day kitchen operations and junior staff.
  • Larder chef: specialises in cold food preparation, charcuterie, and garnishes.
  • Private chef: cooks for individuals, families, or corporate clients.

What you could study next

With the required English and Maths grades, you can move into higher-level study after completing this course.

  • Level 4 or 5 qualifications in Hospitality Management: suitable if you want to move into senior kitchen or operational management roles.
  • Foundation Degree or BA in Culinary Arts: offered by universities and specialist colleges for those aiming at senior creative or leadership roles in food.
  • Apprenticeship at Level 3 or above: combine paid work with structured training in a professional kitchen.
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