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Starts

4 Sep 2023

Study mode

Full Time

Campus

Framwellgate Moor Campus

Duration

1 Year

Level

Level 2

Course code

HOSPF2006A01

Fee Information

Many of our students are eligible for financial support when studying at college, please see our Fees and funding page for more information.

Age 16-18

FREE (If meet residency criteria and not enrolled at another educational institution).

If you are aged 16, 17 or 18 on 31 August in the year you begin your course, not enrolled at another educational institution and have been resident in the UK for the past 3 years, your course will be FREE. Some courses will have other costs associated, such as for materials and trips.

Age 19+

If you are aged 19 or older on 31 August in the year you begin your course, not enrolled at another educational institution and have been resident in the UK for the past 3 years, your course could be free dependant on the level of the course and your eligibility criteria. The rules regarding fee reduction are complicated, we would encourage you to contact our Advice, Support and Careers Team on 0191 375 4400, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or connect on live chat (bottom right of your screen).

Course details may be subject to change.

This culinary skills course will provide you with the practical skills and knowledge required to progress in the catering and hospitality sector.

It is perfect for you if you would like to gain employment as a professional chef. The course has been designed with industry specialists to ensure you are gaining the skills required by employers.

Entry Criteria

4 GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English and maths or Functional Skills Level 1

Additional Costs

You will need to purchase a uniform and kit from our supplier, Russums. You will receive a list at your interview.

Modules Studied

  • Prepare and cook stocks, soups and sauces
  • Prepare and cook fruit and vegetables
  • Prepare and cook meat and offal
  • Prepare and cook poultry
  • Prepare and cook fish and shellfish
  • Prepare and cook rice, pasta, grains and egg dishes
  • Developing skills for employment in the catering and hospitality industry
  • Produce hot and cold desserts and puddings
  • Produce paste products

Times of Delivery

Monday-Thursday 9am-5pm Friday - 9am - 4pm

Any times indicated are based on current courses and may be subject to change in future years. Full timetables will be confirmed at the start of each course.

Teaching and Assessment

You will be assessed using the following methods:

  • Observational assessment
  • Written assessments
  • Craft cookery test exam
  • Short answer question papers.

Where can it take me?

Cooks £14,040 Potential salary

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Chefs £18,200 Potential salary

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Kitchen and catering assistants £11,960 Potential salary

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