You will be introduced to a variety of areas and simulate real-working and professional environments in Edinburgh College’s own restaurants and kitchens. Discover and develop skills essential to the industry in communication and teamwork as you take a step closer towards your future career.
The food and drinks industry is a robust sector with opportunities continuing to increase. This certificate is designed for those working as or looking to work as, a chef in this dynamic sector.
This course would suit both school leavers and adults returning to education who are looking to retrain or upskill and are seeking a career in catering and hospitality.
You will be introduced to a variety of areas and simulate real-working and professional environments in Edinburgh College’s own restaurants and kitchens. Discover and develop skills essential to the industry in communication and teamwork as you take a step closer towards your future career.
Edinburgh College was formed on 1 October 2012 as part of the merger of Edinburgh's Jewel and Esk, Telford, and Stevenson colleges. The college has four campuses, all of which were previously the campuses of the constituents of the merger:
On 17 April 2012, Edinburgh's Jewel and Esk, Telford, and Stevenson colleges collectively submitted to the Scottish Government a business case for their merger into a single "Edinburgh" college.
The merger was approved by the Scottish Ministers, and came into force on 1 October 2012. Edinburgh College values it’s rich history, especially those of the many legacy colleges that have come together over the years to better serve the learners of the Edinburgh and Lothian’s region.
A project is currently underway to collate the history of Edinburgh College and its legacy institutions and to create an archive of material to tell its story. Lots of interesting items have already been uncovered including old prospectuses, student newsletters, photographs and a log book from Ramsay Technical Institute dated 1923.
On this course you will learn knife skills and how to read and understand recipes and the culinary terms used. You will take your food home with you at the end of the evening. You will learn pastry, baking, bread, meat cookery, fish cookery, soups etc.
What a great way to start your weekend! Reserve your place to get some great recipe ideas for entertaining friends and family. Angela’s fun informative demonstration event runs from 10.30am 12.30pm as she cooks up a seasonal feast before your very eyes.
We will expect a higher level of confidence in the kitchen and the dishes cooked will be ideal for dinner parties. You will take your food home with at the end of the evening. Students will learn recipes and techniques such as risotto, pasta, sauces, fish and shellfish preparation etc.
This eleven week course is designed for people with a solid knowledge and ability in basic cookery. It’s ideal for those wishing to take their cookery skills to the next level or for competent cooks who wish to have a formal training.
Our Foundation in Professional Cookery (6 weeks) and Diploma in Professional Cookery (12 weeks) offer students a comprehensive understanding of cooking methods and techniques, as well as valuable qualifications in food hygiene.
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