Professional Cookery and Food and Beverage…

Key Details

Available at
Dolgellau, Rhos-on-Sea, Bangor
Level
2
Study Mode
Full-time
Programme Area
Hospitality and Catering
Course Length
1 year
Course Type
Full-Time (FE)
Bilingual
This programme is available bilingually at the following campus(es):
- Dolgellau

Please note: We recommend that you have access to a laptop/chromebook to enable coursework to be completed digitally at home. There is a dedicated IT Digital Inclusion fund to support those learners who do not have a digital device and are unable to purchase one.

Course Description

Are you looking to begin or enhance your career in the diverse catering and hospitality industries?

This course has been specially designed to further develop your culinary skills, whether you are an experienced chef or new to catering. It is ideal if you are progressing from a relevant Level 1 course, or from professional experience.

You will gain practical knowledge in a range of areas, learning to prepare, cook and present fish and shellfish, meat, poultry and game, vegetable dishes, sauces and dressings, patisserie, baked goods and desserts. You will also look at gastronomy and food culture, the latest health and safety procedures.

You will be able to enjoy the benefits of a full-time course, whilst gaining practical work skills in the College's excellent kitchen and restaurant facilities.

You will be expected to purchase kit, uniform and books, costing approximately £280 (subject to change). Help towards this cost may be available through grants.

Entry Criteria

In order to qualify for this course, you will need at least one of the following:

A relevant Level 1 qualification at Pass, and a Grade D/E in English or Welsh 1st Language and Maths, or Entry 3 / Level 1 ESQ in Numeracy and Communication
Relevant industry experience

You will also require an attendance level of 86% in your previous year of study.

As part of the application process, you will be asked to attend an interview to give you the opportunity to discuss the course.

Delivery

The programme will be delivered through a blend of the following:

Group work
Classroom based learning
Tutorial support
Skill building sessions
Virtual learning environment
Practical sessions in a realistic working environment

Assessment

Practical work
Short written tests
Assignments
Observation

Progression

Completion of this course can lead to a number of options in education and employment. You could move directly into employment and apply your knowledge and skills in the workplace. You are encouraged to gain work experience during this course, and may be able to secure a full position when you finish.

Alternatively, you may choose to progress onto a Level 3 course, where you can specialise in either cookery or hospitality. You could proceed onto a number of programmes at Grŵp Llandrillo Menai, including: