Level 2 Diploma in Professional Cookery (Preparation and Cooking)
The Level 2 Catering and Hospitality course is ideal if you have a passion for food and drink and wish to have a career in the Catering & Hospitality sector in a role such as chef or waiter. Completing this course is your first step to working in a professional kitchen or restaurant. You will learn all the basic duties to enable you to become a chef, from maintaining a safe place of work to preparing and baking food items. You will gain real-world experience working and learning in a professional kitchen and contribute towards providing and managing the canteen services.
What will I study?
- Investigating the hospitality industry
- Health and safety
- Food hygiene
- Healthy eating
- Preparation and cooking of hot and cold savoury dishes including meat, poultry, fish, shellfish, sauces and soups
- Hot and cold desserts
- Baking and dough products
Who is the course for?
- People aged 16 – 18
- People aged up to 24 who declare a disability and have an EHC Plan
- 19+
What are the entry requirements?
- English and Maths qualification at Level 1 or above or GCSE at grade D (Grade 3) or above
- Previous industry experience will be considered
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed throughout the course to check on your progress. This will consist of 9 theoretical assessments under exam conditions and on-going practical assessments throughout the year. You will need to pass all assessments to gain the qualification.
What could I progress to?
After you have achieved the Level 2 Catering and Hospitality qualification, you could progress to:
- Level 3 course
- Traineeships
- Apprenticeship
- Employment in a role such as Commis Chef or Waiter
When does the course start?
September 2023
What is a Study Programme?
If you are aged 16 – 18 or up to 24, declare a disability and have an EHC Plan this course will form part of your study programme.
The programme also includes:
- English & Maths
- Citizenship & Employability
- Work Experience or Placement
- Enrichment
- 1-to-1 Personal Tutor Sessions
Find out more about our Study Programme
How much will the course cost?
Courses are free for all students aged 16 – 18 (or up to 24 if you declare a disability and have an Education, Health & Care Plan).
