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Catering - Advanced Professional Chef Diploma

at North Kent College, Dartford · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

This programme is suited to learners who have worked in a professional kitchen for some time or have completed the Professional Chef Diploma. Your work may involve supervising others or managing resources, or you might want to further develop your skills to become a specialist chef or move into a management role. Stage one of the programme develops professional cookery skills and associated knowledge based on classic French cookery. Terms such as macedoine, roux and béchamel can be displayed alongside a broad range of dishes and commodities. Taught through practical and theory sessions in our training kitchen and classrooms, it is also demonstrated through work as a Chef de Partie (Section Head) in our contemporary restaurant and canteen. In addition, work placements and experiences with our business partners further develop these skills leading to paid employment and apprenticeships. Stage 2 of this programme develops a number of supervisory units including - developing productive working relationships with colleagues and maintaining health, hygiene and security of the working environment, as well as specialist units chosen by the assessor including - complex fish, meat and poultry dishes and complex pastry and hot and cold desserts. Further development is recognised by carrying out a Sous Chef (Second Chef) role in our restaurant. The study programme includes opportunities for you to develop your English and Maths skills as required. You may be expected to complete either f

What you need to get on

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How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

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

  • North Kent College (Gravesend)

    Lower Higham Road, Gravesend, DA12 2JJ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Gravesend

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