The Level 3 Professional Cookery course is ideal if you are a chef working in the industry or if you already have a Level 2 qualification. It will give you the skills to achieve your potential and progress your career within the hospitality industry.

This course is the essential training ground for the chefs of tomorrow. You will study in our industry-standard training kitchens, and gain real working experience in our restaurants.

Using the highest quality ingredients you will prepare complex meat, fish (including shell fish), poultry and vegetable dishes, as well as desserts, cakes and biscuits. The course also covers the preparation of soups, hot and cold sauces and pasta dishes.

Student preparing meal in the industry kitchen
  • What you will study

    Yhe course covers;

    • Food safety and preparation
    • Serving food and drink
    • Healthy eating
    • Using kitchen equipment
    • Cooking basic food items and dishes
    • Job opportunities in the hospitality industry
  • Entry Requirements

    4 GCSEs at grade 9-4 (A*-C), including English and Maths, or a Level 2 qualification (Merit or Distinction) in a related subject. Note: for skills-based qualifications you might need the skills at Level 2 in order to enrol onto the Level 3.

  • Assessment

    You will produce a portfolio of evidence to show your progress. There are also tests throughout the course to assess your theoretical knowledge. You will be assessed through real work experience in our BR6 Restaurant and training kitchens.

  • Moving Forward

    Employment as a chef in a professional restaurant or in other catering-related businesses and organisations

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