Food Preparation & Cookery Level 2 Technical Diploma

25072W0 | Parson's Walk Centre, Wigan
Start Date | 02/09/2024
Time/Day | FULL TIME

Is this course for me?

Budding chefs learn the skills, techniques and knowledge required to enter the catering industry. You will use industry standard equipment in our purpose built training kitchen and the award winning Wheel Restaurant to develop the skills required for a successful career in catering and hospitality. This programme is for learners who are interested in pursuing a career within the highly challenging industry of catering and hospitality.
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What will I study?

You will develop an awareness of health and safety related to food preparation, learning practical knife skills, menu planning, preparation and cook an extensive range of foods to include: Stocks, soups and sauces, fruit and vegetable, meat and offal, poultry, fish and shellfish, rice, pasta and grains, egg dishes, desserts and puddings and bakery products. You will also study an additional qualification in food and beverage service. As part of this programme of study students will also study Functional Skills Maths and English plus work experience to develop employability skills.

How long is the course?

Full time for one academic year

How will I be assessed?

Through continual practical assessment and online tests and an exam.

What qualifications do I need?

A minimum of 5 GCSE subjects graded 9-3 subjects or equivalent including Maths or English.

What can I progress onto?

Learners successfully completing this qualification may progress to a Professional Cookery Level 3 full time course or apprenticeship programme.

Other Information

All learners will be required to purchase a chef uniform and small kit. High attendance is essential for successful completion of this programme. If you are 16-18 years old, you may be eligible for our FREE bus pass.

Course Fees

16-18 Year Olds 19+ year olds Free for eligible learners? Is Loan Available?
£643.00 Yes No

Exam Fee

£114.00
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Publicans and Managers of Licensed Premises

Publicans and managers of licensed premises organise, direct and co-ordinate the activities and resources of public houses (non-residential and residential) and bar and catering facilities at non-residential clubs.

Requirements: Level 2 NVQ; GCSE at grades A*-C

Opportunities

15.56%
RISE in employment in 5 years

What could you earn

£19,140
Entry
£34,897
Median
£58,873
Potential

Typical Tasks

  • Maintains financial records for the establishment determines financial, staffing, material and other short- and long-term needs.
  • Observes licensing laws and other statutory regulations and regulates behaviour of customers as necessary.
  • Supervises bar, kitchen and cleaning staff and, if necessary, assists with the serving of drinks.
  • Arranges purchase of alcoholic and other beverages, bar snacks, cigarettes and other items and ensures that stocks are stored in proper conditions.

Knowledge

Customer and Personal Service Education and Training Administration and Management Personnel and Human Resources Sales and Marketing English Language Public Safety and Security

Skills

Monitoring Speaking Critical Thinking Writing Active Learning Reading Comprehension Active Listening Learning Strategies
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Bakers and Flour Confectioners

Bakers and flour confectioners prepare and bake dough, pastry and cake mixtures and make and finish flour confectionary products by hand.

Requirements: Level 2 NVQ; GCSE at grades A*-C

Opportunities

6.26%
RISE in employment in 5 years

What could you earn

£7,665
Entry
£20,276
Median
£30,635
Potential

Typical Tasks

  • Makes cake decorations, spreads icing, fillings and toppings on products.
  • Bakes bread, pastry and cakes.
  • Fills and glazes pastry, mixes ingredients for cakes.
  • Rolls and cuts pastry, stretches, kneads and moulds dough to form bread, rolls and buns.
  • Mixes ingredients using hand or machine to obtain the required consistency.
  • Weighs ingredients according to recipe.

Knowledge

Production and Processing Food Production Mathematics Customer and Personal Service Administration and Management

Skills

Monitoring Active Learning Speaking Critical Thinking Mathematics Reading Comprehension Active Listening
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Chefs

Chefs plan menus and prepare, or oversee the preparation of food in hotels, restaurants, clubs, private households and other establishments.

Requirements: Level 2 NVQ; GCSE at grades A*-C

Opportunities

7.39%
RISE in employment in 5 years

What could you earn

£10,265
Entry
£23,537
Median
£34,337
Potential

Typical Tasks

  • Plans and co-ordinates kitchen work such as fetching, clearing and cleaning of equipment and utensils.
  • Ensures relevant hygiene and health and safety standards are maintained within the kitchen.
  • Supervises, organises and instructs kitchen staff and manages the whole kitchen or an area of the kitchen.
  • Plans menus, prepares, seasons and cooks foodstuffs or oversees their preparation and monitors the quality of finished dishes.
  • Requisitions or purchases and examines foodstuffs from suppliers to ensure quality.

Knowledge

Food Production Production and Processing Administration and Management Education and Training Customer and Personal Service English Language Personnel and Human Resources

Skills

Monitoring Critical Thinking Active Learning Speaking Active Listening Reading Comprehension Mathematics
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Cooks

Cooks prepare, season and cook food, often using pre-prepared ingredients, in clubs, private households, fast food outlets, shops selling food cooked on the premises and the catering departments and canteens of other establishments.

Requirements: Level 2 NVQ; GCSE at grades A*-C

Opportunities

4.93%
RISE in employment in 5 years

What could you earn

£6,757
Entry
£12,296
Median
£28,629
Potential

Typical Tasks

  • Plans and co-ordinates kitchen work such as fetching, clearing and cleaning of equipment and utensils.
  • Cooks and sells a range of meals, such as fish and chips, over the counter.
  • Plans meals, prepares, seasons and cooks foodstuffs.
  • Requisitions or purchases foodstuffs and checks quality.

Knowledge

Production and Processing Administration and Management Education and Training Food Production Customer and Personal Service English Language Personnel and Human Resources

Skills

Monitoring Critical Thinking Active Learning Speaking Active Listening Reading Comprehension Mathematics
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Catering and Bar Managers

Catering and bar managers plan, direct and co-ordinate the catering and bar facilities and services of licensed premises, factories, shops, theatres, educational premises and other establishments. They also manage outside catering businesses and shops selling food cooked on the premises.

Requirements: Level 2 NVQ; GCSE at grades A*-C

Opportunities

6.51%
RISE in employment in 5 years

What could you earn

£10,498
Entry
£23,785
Median
£34,699
Potential

Typical Tasks

  • Checks that supplies are properly used and accounted for to prevent wastage and loss and to keep within budget limit.
  • Verifies that quality of food, beverages and waiting service are as required and that kitchen and dining areas are kept clean in compliance with statutory requirements.
  • Purchases or directs the purchasing of supplies and arranges for preparation of accounts.
  • Decides on range and quality of meals and beverages to be provided or discusses customer’s requirements for special occasions.
  • Plans catering or bar services and supervises staff.

Knowledge

Administration and Management Production and Processing Education and Training Customer and Personal Service Food Production English Language Personnel and Human Resources

Skills

Monitoring Critical Thinking Active Learning Speaking Active Listening Reading Comprehension Mathematics
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