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Key Facts

  • Starting
    8 Sep 2025
    Location
    Merton
    Start Time
    09:00
    End Time
    17:00
    Duration
    1 Year
    Study Mode
    Part Time Day
    Days
    Weekday
    Start Date
    8 Sep 2025
    End Date
    1 May 2026
    Level
    Level 3
    Code
    MAH3011FC
L3 - NVQ Diploma in Professional Cookery (QCF) - Yr 1 of 1 (CG) - Level 3

This course develops your culinary knowledge and skills, working with a wide range of ingredients and techniques. The College has a strong track record in local and national culinary competitions so you'll have the chance to compete against your peers to help boost your understanding and experience.

  • Entry Requirements


    A relevant Level 2 qualification OR relevant trade experience assessed at interview.

  • Course Content


    You'll gain practical knowledge in a range of areas including: Kitchen organisation, Menu planning, including seasonality Special dietary requirements and allergens Restaurant service with presentation techniques Advanced culinary techniques, including butchery, fishmongery and pastry How to source quality ingredients and manage supplier relationships *Current industry trends and techniques.

  • Progression Next Steps


    After finishing this course you could become a chef in a hotel or restaurant, cook within the cost or contract catering sector or become an events caterer. Or you could study further and specialise in an area of your choice for example in professional cookery, patisserie or hospitality supervision and leadership.

  • Additional Information


    All courses run subject to demand and the content listed here should be used as a guide only. Course content may vary according to a range of factors such as course duration, campus, teaching staff and requirements from awarding bodies. Check our course and fee guidelines for further details.

  • Course Structure


    You'll study theoretical units and produce assignments as well as producing fine cuisine for the College's commercial restaurant, Taste.

  • Assessment Details


    Assessment is through practical-based tests and written assignments. This course includes practical experience in our commercial restaurant as well as relevant theory to underpin it.