Level 2 Culinary Skills Course in Hackney. Classes run at New City College Hackney Campus, full-time during the day. This culinary skills qualification runs for 44 weeks and covers the core techniques professional kitchens rely on. You'll develop skills in food preparation, cooking methods, and kitchen practice. The course is aimed at 16 to 18 year olds. It leads to roles in professional kitchens and gives you a strong foundation for further chef training.
Who this course is for
16 to 18
What you will learn
You'll practise knife skills and food preparation techniques used in professional kitchens.
You'll learn a range of cooking methods including roasting, braising, poaching, and frying.
You'll prepare meat, fish, poultry, vegetables, and pastry dishes to industry standards.
You'll follow food safety and hygiene procedures in a kitchen environment.
You'll understand how to work efficiently as part of a kitchen team.
You'll develop skills in presenting and finishing dishes.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical kitchen sessions and classroom-based study at New City College Hackney Campus. Assessment includes practical observations of your cooking skills, written assignments, and knowledge tests. You'll be assessed on your ability to prepare and cook dishes to a professional standard. Your progress will be reviewed throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. New City College Hackney Campus 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: entry-level role in restaurants and hotels
Kitchen assistant: supporting chefs in food preparation
Catering assistant: food preparation in schools, hospitals, or events
Short-order cook: fast-paced cooking in cafes or diners
Pastry assistant: supporting pastry work in bakeries or restaurants
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Professional Cookery (City and Guilds) - the next step for chefs aiming for senior kitchen roles.
Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Professional Cookery - develops specialist techniques and supervisory skills.
NVQ Level 3 in Professional Cookery - a work-based route that builds on your Level 2 culinary skills qualification while you work in a kitchen.
