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Level 3 Professional Cookery - Kitchen and Larder

at Northampton College, Northampton · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma1 yearFull timeFree

What the college says

This course is ideal if you have an interest in catering and want a Level 3 qualification offering advanced skills and in‑depth knowledge. It prepares you to work as a professional chef in a commercial kitchen, often progressing quickly into unsupervised roles such as Chef or Demi‑Chef de Partie. This qualification supports a clear career path as a professional chef and increases employment opportunities.

What you need to get on

You will need to have achieved the Level 2 Diploma Professional Cookery (Chef). You will also need to have achieved GCSE English and maths at grade 3. Those with experience of working with a wide range of commodities in the preparation, cooking and presentation of dishes may apply - however, you will need to satisfactorily demonstrate that you have the necessary skills to study at this level.

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

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

  • Northampton College

    BADBY ROAD WEST, DAVENTRY, NN11 4HJ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · DAVENTRY

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