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Catering - Professional Food Service Certificate

at North Kent College, Dartford · college

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessGood2024see the detail

Level 1Stepping stonesCertificate1 yearFull time

What the college says

This programme is specifically for those learners committed to a career in the Hospitality Industry, but who may not yet have made up their mind whether to work in food and beverage service or professional cookery. This programme will develop knowledge and skills across a breadth of hospitality, professional cookery and service, and can contribute towards a higher level within the industry. The programme is aimed at school leavers as well as adults looking to get back into study and achieve a professional qualification in this desirable vocational area. Stage one of this programme concentrates on the development of knowledge of the professional kitchen and restaurant with units on - kitchen equipment, Health, safety and food hygiene and professional workplace skills. Cookery classes, together with work experience in our contemporary restaurant and canteen, develop an understanding of preparation and cooking techniques such as steaming, stewing, roasting and frying, as well as food service and customer care Stage two of the programme continues the development of cookery and restaurant skills to give you the knowledge and skills needed to meet the needs of local employers for both front and back of house positions. Restaurant units such as food service, drink service, counter service and Barista Skills are completed in addition to professional cookery units. Taught through practical and theory sessions in our restaurant and classrooms, it is also demonstrated through work as a

What you need to get on

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How you are assessed

Entry level and Level 1 study, English and maths retakes, and supported programmes.

What this level means

A first step that builds towards Level 2.

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 (Tonbridge)

    Brook Street, Tonbridge, TN9 2PW

    DaytimeClassroom based
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