This course is designed for those who are keen to pursue a career as a professional chef in hospitality and catering establishments. This programme will develop the knowledge that you will have gained on a Level 1 course and it will teach you a variety of catering craft skills to a high standard. It
Course Overview
Entry requirements
Grade 3 English Language GCSE or L1 Functional Skill English, Grade 3 Maths GCSE or L1 Functional Skill Maths, 4 GCSEs at Grade 3
Course information
This course is designed for those who are keen to pursue a career as a professional chef in hospitality and catering establishments. This programme will develop the knowledge that you will have gained on a Level 1 course and it will teach you a variety of catering craft skills to a high standard. It will provide you with the latest skills and approach to hospitality industry practices, food safety, and health and safety.
It will also give you a good foundation in a wide range of cooking skills to apply across a variety of catering contexts. All of this is essential grounding for those keen to progress in catering and to develop high standards. Practical work features strongly in this course.
You will learn how to prepare, cook, and present a range of food items which will include meat, fish and poultry, vegetables, soups and sauces, and desserts. Good English and maths skills are essential for success in studying and for future employment prospects New City College ensures that these skills are developed in all learning opportunities.
It's also important to have good English and maths qualifications and so all students will study English and maths and work towards an appropriate level and type of qualification including GCSE. This will be part of all 16-18 year old students Study Programme alongside their main vocational or academic qualification and will be discussed with students at interview.
You will have the opportunity to have paid work in our award winning restaurant OKN1 or Rouge and work with our professional chefs on exciting outside catering events.
Why Choose Us
Reasons to choose New City College
At New City College we help students realise possibility. With opportunities for everyone, we encourage our students to look beyond today and to reach their full potential.
If you choose us, you will join a college that will support you and drive you at every stage to be tenacious, determined and committed so that you do achieve your very best.
We offer the widest range of courses of any provider in East London – ranging from entry level to postgraduate degrees, and from recreation to online flexible learning.
This means we can provide you with all the pathways needed to progress on to a higher course or straight to employment. We deliver high quality education and training – with excellent support – that responds to the needs of employers and businesses.
Our teachers are experts in their own fields with a depth of knowledge and expertise that ensures you get the best from your educational experience and that you have the edge for employment over other candidates.
Welcome to New City College
I’m very pleased that you are finding out more about our college. I am confident we have the right course for you, which will help you to achieve your future career goals and ambitions.
At New City College we help students realise possibility. With opportunities for everyone, we encourage our students to look beyond today and to reach their full potential.
We are the fourth largest college group in the UK with campuses across Hackney, Tower Hamlets, Redbridge, Epping Forest and Havering. Our strength comes from our community roots and our ability to nurture talent.
With a wide choice of courses for local school leavers, SEND students, adults and those looking for higher education qualifications we have the vitality to help students break boundaries and think big.
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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