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Adv Dip Professional Cookery (Kitchen & Larder) L3

at MidKent College, Gillingham · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma1 weekFull time

What the college says

Put your culinary skills truly to the test by planning, preparing and serving meals in one of our two fine-dining restaurants. You will also learn about recipe development, food sourcing and production. You’ll build on your Level 2 skills with further training in areas such as butchery, fish filleting, pastry techniques, and more. Our amazing kitchens are all industry standard, giving you the range of skills needed to progress into the industry. All of our lecturers are from the industry, and are best placed to advise you in your next steps. Youll also have the opportunity to enter competitions, learn tips and be set challenges from a range of industry speakers, and gain inspiration for your own dishes through different trips. This programme is intended for those wishing to become chefs but is also ideal for those already working in the industry. You will learn through a combination of theory lessons, practical tasks and educational visits Your work in the kitchen will be observed and assessed. You will also undertake assignments and unit tests to establish your learning at this level This is a study programme which includes English, maths and work experience in addition to your main programme

What you need to get on

Four GCSEs at grade C/4 or above including English and maths at grade C/4 or above. A relevant Level 2 Diploma.

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Maidstone Campus

    Tonbridge Road, Maidstone, ME16 8AQ

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  • Medway Campus

    Medway Road, Gillingham, ME7 1FN

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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Maidstone
  • 7 September 2026 · Gillingham

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