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Culinary Skills Certificate Level 1

at West Suffolk College, Bury St. Edmunds · college

Level 1Stepping stonesDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

Whether you're into sauteing, stirring, serving, smiling, or shaking cocktails, this course will provide you with the fundamental foundation training for employment or further education within the hospitality industry and offers a great first step to someone who has strong practical skills with managerial potential.This course is designed to produce the future crafts people in the catering industry, it concentrates on; food preparation and cookery, pastry work, restaurant service skills plus the theory underpinning these areas. It also includes food safety studies (achievement of the basic certificate associated with this must be attained during your first term) and other core skills such as communication, numeracy, organisational and investigative skills.You'll gain practical experience training in our purpose-built kitchens and upmarket restaurant, Edmunds, where you'll learn how to prepare and cook a variety of fresh foods, provide outstanding customer service and friendly reception duties, alongside food and beverage service techniques.

What you need to get on

At least one GCSE at grade C or above and one at grade D or above to include English, or relevant experience within the industry. Applicants will be required to attend an interview and provide a positive school report, as well as take a short test in basic skills. GCSE in Food Technology is an advantage. In addition, a successful induction period will be required to identify which Level 1 pathway is appropriate for each student.

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

  • West Suffolk College

    Out Risbygate, BURY ST EDMUNDS, IP33 3RL

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · BURY ST EDMUNDS

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