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Level 3 Professional Cookery Course in Lancaster

CostYou will require a full kitchen uniform, a set of knives and Advanced Practical Cookery book (complete cost from our supplier is £150) but you may already have some kit which is suitable. Talk to us before you order.
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Level 3 Professional Cookery Course in Lancaster. Classes run full-time at Lancaster and Morecambe College, five days a week during the day. The course runs for 34 weeks and covers the advanced skills and knowledge needed to work at chef level in professional kitchens. You'll study the City and Guilds Level 3 professional cookery qualification, working through complex techniques, kitchen management, and menu planning. You'll need a full kitchen uniform, a knife set, and an Advanced Practical Cookery book. Talk to the college before you buy, as you may already have suitable kit.

Who this course is for

This course is designed for 16-18 year old and adult learners the course will include a substantial amount of careers related learning designed to support progression to the suitable next step, this could include educational trips, employability skills and employer encounters such as guest speakers. For 16-18 year old will be delivered as a study programme which includes math and English where applicable and work experience.

Entry requirements

5 GCSEs at grade C/4 or higher including Maths and English OR a Level 2 related qualification PLUS grade C/4 or higher in BOTH Maths and English.

Entry criteria will be applied at the discretion of the course manager.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop advanced food preparation and cooking techniques across a range of cuisines.
  • You'll learn how to manage kitchen operations and maintain professional standards.
  • You'll apply food safety and hygiene practices at a level required in professional kitchens.
  • You'll plan and produce dishes to meet menu specifications and service demands.
  • You'll understand how to control costs, reduce waste, and work efficiently under pressure.
  • You'll practise working as part of a kitchen team in realistic catering environments.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a professional kitchen environment, alongside classroom-based study. Assessment is through a combination of observed practical performance, written assignments, and portfolio evidence. You'll be assessed on your ability to apply skills consistently in a professional cookery setting.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Lancaster & Morecambe College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Chef de partie: runs a specific section of a professional kitchen.
  • Commis chef: entry-level role supporting senior chefs in a brigade.
  • Sous chef: second-in-command in a professional kitchen.
  • Kitchen supervisor: oversees day-to-day kitchen operations and staff.
  • Catering manager: manages food production and service across a site.
  • Private chef: cooks for individuals, families, or events independently.

What you could study next

  • Level 4 Diploma in Professional Culinary Arts (City and Guilds): moves into senior chef and kitchen management territory.
  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Hospitality Supervision and Leadership: useful if you want to move into supervisory or management roles in hospitality.
  • Apprenticeship as a Senior Production Chef or Chef de Partie: combines paid work with structured training at the next level.
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