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Level 3 Diploma Professional Cookery Studies

SCC PAT 0326 034

Location

Thurrock college

Applicant Type

School Leavers

Level

Level 3

Subject

Catering & Hospitality

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Course Overview

This course is ideal for those who already work in industry and want to continue or refresh their knowledge, as well as for learners who are looking to build a career as a chef within the catering and hospitality sector. You will develop a high standard of professional cookery skills, covering techniques such as roasting, frying and working with a wide range of commodities, alongside essential workplace skills including menu design. 

The course is well suited to experienced professional chefs looking to take their skills to the next level, as well as to learners progressing from Level 2 professional cookery programmes. It provides a recognised, industry‑standard qualification that supports progression and career development. 

Areas of study include the principles of food safety supervision in catering, supervisory skills within the hospitality industry and the exploration of gastronomy. You will also develop advanced skills and techniques in preparing meat dishes, vegetable and vegetarian dishes, fish and shellfish, and game and poultry.

To study this course, you will need Level 2 qualification in Professional Cookery or similar plus GCSE grade 4/C in English or Maths Successful attendance at interview event
Practical demonstrations written assignments external examination.
This course is free to UK learners under 19 who are not in employment
Following the course you will be able to progress to employment in the industry or complete further study.
1 year
Full Time
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Overall achievement rates (All learners)

90.2%

High achievement rates 3x 1

Ofstead good rating

Ofsted 3x 1

A safe environment to learn

Safe environment to learn 3x 1

Qualifications earned per year

18232

Impressive qualification numbers 3x 1

Award-winning careers programe

Award winning careers programme 3x 1

State-of-the-art facilities

State of the Art Facilities 3x 1

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