Level 2 Professional Cookery Course in Newcastle upon Tyne. Classes run at Newcastle College Southwark College, full-time during the day. This professional cookery qualification covers the core skills and knowledge you need to work in a professional kitchen. The course takes one year to complete. You'll study food preparation, cooking techniques, kitchen hygiene, and menu planning. Fees apply, though a reduction may be possible depending on your circumstances. Contact an adviser to find out more.
Who this course is for
For learners interested in the Hospitality industry
What you will learn
You'll prepare and cook a range of dishes using professional kitchen techniques.
You'll follow food safety and hygiene standards in a kitchen environment.
You'll work with different ingredients, including meat, fish, vegetables, and pastry.
You'll plan and produce dishes to meet menu requirements.
You'll manage your time and work efficiently during service.
You'll understand nutrition and how it relates to menu planning.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a professional kitchen environment, alongside classroom-based theory. Assessment includes practical cooking tasks, written assignments, and observation by your tutor. You'll be assessed on your ability to prepare and cook dishes to a professional standard, as well as your knowledge of food safety and kitchen practices.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Newcastle College Southwark College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Chef de partie: prepares and cooks dishes in a specific kitchen section.
Commis chef: entry-level role supporting senior chefs in a professional kitchen.
Kitchen assistant: supports food preparation and kitchen operations.
Catering assistant: prepares and serves food in schools, hospitals, or canteens.
Short-order cook: prepares quick meals in cafes, diners, or fast-casual restaurants.
Pastry assistant: supports pastry chefs in hotels, restaurants, or bakeries.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Professional Cookery (City and Guilds): the next step for those wanting to move into senior kitchen roles or specialist areas such as patisserie.
Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Professional Cookery: develops higher-level skills for supervisory or specialist chef positions.
Apprenticeship as a Chef de Partie: combines on-the-job training with formal study for those already working in a kitchen.
