Level 2 Professional Cookery

You will need to have completed the Level 1 Diploma and show strong motivation with a proven commitment to hard work. Team working skills and the ability to plan, analyse, and reflect on practice will be essential.

The course will provide students with the practical and academic skills required for the industry and covers all the major cooking methods required in a professional kitchen environment. This course builds upon the skills and techniques learnt in the Level 1 course and equips students for further study or a career in the food preparation industry.

Our expert teachers will guide students through techniques such as boiling, poaching, steaming, grilling, roasting, and baking. Students will also study food safety awareness, and engage in restaurant activities such as table theatre and customer service. Students will be required to work in our award-winning kitchen which will help them develop their employability skills.

There are eight graded practical tests throughout the year to assess cooking skills and a final summary exam in pastry and savoury. Students will be required to produce written assignments to demonstrate an understanding of the catering trade along with written tests to supplement your product knowledge. Students are required to reflect on practical assessments and set targets to aid their professional progression.

Progression in Professional Cookery Level 2 Diploma

Upon successful completion of this course, students will have the option to progress to one of our Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Professional Cookery or Hospitality, where students will learn the most advanced techniques and theory, fully equipping them for an exciting career in the industry.

An alternative option would be to go on to an apprenticeship in catering.

Students will undertake an external industry work placement and our dedicated classrooms at our London Road Campus will facilitate students learning and provide them with the best environment to reach their potential. Students will also get to train in our AA Rosette restaurant 'Origins'.

You can apply online via the APPLY button. You can also apply for a second, alternative programme of study such as A Levels via a separate application. If after reading this factsheet, you are still undecided about the course most suitable for you, please drop into one of our open evenings, ring the Admissions Department on 01743 653111, or email admissions@scg.ac.uk