Professional Cookery NVQ Diploma

Key Facts

Perfect if you're working in the hospitality and catering industry or progressing from Level 1 and want more experience and an industry-recognised qualification. This course will improve and develop your prep and cookery skills with hands-on learning and masterclasses with renowned chefs. You'll leave with a wide range of techniques to use in the professional kitchen. 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.

For full-time students this also includes the L2 Food & Beverage Service Qualification

Entry Requirements

We will invite you to a Meet the Tutor event where you will receive information, advice, and guidance about the course you have applied for. This will be an opportunity for you to gain valuable information about the course and give you the opportunity to ask any questions you may have.
You will provide a copy of your last school report and / or a reference from an employer or relevant professional other. This is to ensure we can support you to be able to achieve well on the course.
4 x GCSE's at D/3 or above, or a Level 1 Diploma in a relevant subject.
Your GCSE profile must include either maths and / or English , or a Functional Skills qualification in maths and / or English.
We are firmly committed to finding the right course for you to ensure you can flourish. Talk to us today if you have any concerns about the application process, we are here to help take you to the next level.
Course Content
The main themes of this qualification include:
- Preparation, cooking and presentation of fish/meat/poultry/eggs/pasta & pulses
- Preparation, cooking and presentation of bread and dough products
- Food safety & Personal Hygiene
For full-time students this also includes the L2 Food & Beverage Service Qualification covering:
- Introduction to customer service
- Food & Beverage Service
- Hot & Cold drink Service
Progression Next Steps
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.
Uniform and kit costs due apply to this course but can be fully funded from Bursary subject to application approval.
Assessment Details