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Level 2 in Professional Cookery

at Cambridge Regional College, Cambridge · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

This Level 2 in Professional Cookery is for learners 16 or over who would like to work as a Chef in the Culinary Arts and Hospitality industry This qualification covers the knowledge and skills you will need to progress to further learning and training, or to enter work as a Professional Chef. You will learn many of the techniques used in Professional Cookery, including: Boiling, poaching and steaming Stewing and braising Baking, roasting and grilling Deep frying and shallow frying Cold food preparation You will also learn: The structure of professional kitchens and the principles of working as a Professional Chef How knives, tools and equipment are used in professional kitchens How to work safely and hygienically

What you need to get on

3 GCSEs at Grade 3 (D) or above to include English, Maths or Food & Nutrition, or successful completion of a full level 1 qualification.

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

  • Cambridge Regional College

    Science Park Campus, King Hedges Road King Hedges Road, Cambridge, CB4 2QT

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 3 September 2026 · Cambridge

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