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Certificate in Food Prep and Cooking Level 1 (LF)

at South Staffordshire College, Penkridge · college

Level 1Stepping stonesCertificate35 weeksFull timeFree

What the college says

Are you ready to be the next MasterChef, Gordon Ramsey or James Martin? Do you love trying new recipes in the kitchen? Are you the one most likely to bake a surprise cake for a friend's birthday? If you�ve got stars in your eyes, is it a Michelin restaurant star you're aiming for? People will always love to eat so if you love to cook, becoming a chef could be a tasty recipe for a career. Level 1 will suit you if you're just starting out or starting your first hospitality job. You want a good basic understanding of hospitality work, enough to succeed in a job or move on to further study. You will need to purchase a uniform that should be worn at all times when in practical lessons. On interview you will be provided with a uniform list to view and costs discussed. You may be eligible for a college bursary to help you with these costs.

What you need to get on

You will need 4 GCSEs grade 2-3 or above including maths and English.

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

  • Tamworth Campus

    Tamworth Campus Croft Street, Tamworth, B79 8AE

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Tamworth

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