Subject Leader: Mrs C Green – cgreen@knoleacademy.org
Chef Lecturer: Mr N Gunyon
Support Worker: Mrs S Wilson
Exam Board: City & Guilds
Entry Requirements
Minimum of 3 or more qualifications in grades 5-3, including English, Maths, and Science.
Suitable applicants will be interviewed to assess their interest and passion for catering and hospitality. They must have a smart appearance and good interpersonal skills.
Intent
This qualification is designed for learners wishing to gain work-ready, foundation culinary skills and knowledge. The course aims to provide a broad understanding of the sector and the vocational skills/knowledge required to work at the foundation level in the industry.
Implementation
The learner will participate in practical workshops in a realistic learning environment (RLE). Classroom activities will include individual and group work, completing questions and answers, participating in game-like activities, and research will be carried out and then discussed. Note-taking will be required, and ICT interactive activities will also be used to facilitate learning. The emphasis is on ‘learning by doing’, not on competence. For this reason, learners are required to complete a number of assignments to show their attainment of practical skills and underpinning knowledge.
The learners will help to run the Future Chefs Restaurant, which can be found on the bottom floor of The Place. This will allow learners the opportunity to experience the pressures and diner expectations involved in the industry they are entering. Work experience is arranged in local pubs, restaurants, and other relevant food outlets. This is a vital part of the learning process for young chefs and often leads to full-time employment. The Culinary Skills Diploma Course is also an ideal springboard into full-time employment in the Catering and Hospitality industry.
This is a one-year course, possibly extending to two years, depending upon course provider accreditation.
Impact
It enables students to make an informed assessment of their own aptitude for work in this sector and helps them reach a level of knowledge and skills that will facilitate progress into employment in the sector.
Important Information
Learners must wear the appropriate kitchen uniform (PPE), and information will be supplied. Please note that there will be educational trips arranged throughout the year to enhance the course delivery, however costs for these optional trips will be advised nearer the time. NB: Students over the age of 19 at the start of the course will be expected to pay course fees, so please enquire at the school if you are unsure. For those aged 16 – 18, the course fees are not applicable.
For health and safety reasons, students must be able to work independently in a professional environment to be able to access this course.
Course Outline
In addition to the mandatory and optional units, Students are expected to complete work experience whilst on this course.
Mandatory Units:
- Unit 707: Prepare and cook stock, soup and sauces
- Unit 708: Prepare and cook fruit and vegetables
- Unit 709: Prepare and cook meat and offal
- Unit 710: Prepare and cook poultry
- Unit 711: Prepare and cook fish and shellfish
- Unit 712: Prepare and cook rice, pasta, grains and egg dishes
Optional Units:
- Unit 202: Food safety in catering
- Unit 702: Developing skills for employment in the catering and hospitality industry
- Unit 703: Health & Safety in catering and hospitality
- Unit 705: Catering operations, costs and menu planning
Examination Information
Exam Board: City & Guilds
Qualification: Level 2 Certificate in Culinary Skills
Total Qualification Time (TQT) is the total amount of time, in hours, expected to be spent by a Learner to achieve a qualification. It includes both guided learning hours (which are listed separately) and hours spent in preparation, study and assessment. For this certificate it is 140 TQT.
Culinary Skills Future Paths
Local pubs, restaurants, and cafés offer students valuable work experience and, in many cases, a full-time job if they complete the course successfully.
Diploma qualification allows entry into several Level 3 courses available on the City & Guilds website.