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Culinary Skills Certificate

at South Devon College, Paignton · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeCertificate10 monthsPart time£455

What the college says

If you’re passionate about food and dreaming of a future in the hospitality and catering industry, the Level 2 Certificate in Culinary Skills is the perfect place to start. This full-time course runs over three days per week and is designed to equip you with the practical experience and professional confidence needed to thrive in a fast-paced culinary environment. You’ll develop essential kitchen skills as you explore a wide range of cooking techniques - including baking, roasting, grilling, and frying - while learning how to prepare and serve high-quality dishes. Alongside practical training, you'll also build valuable knowledge in key areas such as health and safety, food hygiene, and customer service, helping you grow into a well-rounded catering professional. A key part of the course includes organised work experience, giving you the chance to apply your skills in a real hospitality setting and gain industry insight that employers value. In addition to your main qualification, you’ll complete a Level 2 Certificate in Professional Food and Beverage Skills, along with an Alcohol Awareness course, giving you a broader understanding of the hospitality sector and boosting your employability. Once you’ve completed this course, you’ll have a number of exciting progression routes to choose from. You could: Continue your studies with a Level 2 Patisserie and Confectionery qualification Move into a hospitality or catering apprenticeship Step straight into full-time employment in th

What you need to get on

You should have a genuine interest in this subject

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

  • Vantage Point Main Building

    Long Road, Paignton, TQ4 7EJ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 14 September 2026 · Paignton

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