Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Professional Cookery

About this course

An advanced natural progression programme from the Level 2 Diploma in Professional Cookery Qualification. This is another main feature of the Hospitality Department programme. It will support all of the latest food technologies, regional international gastronomic innovation, future sustainability development within hospitality, & a scientific approach to gastronomy. This qualification focuses on the chef’s ability to understand the mechanisms & transformation that occur during the culinary production of food. The course will be a platform for all chefs to develop their critical & creative abilities in their approach to modern innovative practices with a firm focus on the execution of the production method. You will additionally participate in specifically designed Industry work experience to compliment the specialised advanced practices achieved within your qualification. 

The course will focus on developing your emotional & social abilities in readiness for your future career, & will include at its core: 

• Communication skills 
• Computer skills 
• Empathy & social transparency  
• Critical thinking 
• Problem solving 
• Time management 
• Leadership skills 
• Ethics & integrity 
• Resilience 
• Creativity skills 
   

What modules are covered?

Generic: 

• The principles of food safety supervision for catering  
• Supervisory skills in the hospitality industry  
• Exploring gastronomy  

Mandatory: 

• Advanced skills & techniques in producing vegetable & vegetarian dishes  
• Advanced skills & techniques in producing meat dishes  
• Advanced skills & techniques in producing poultry & game dishes  
• Advanced skills & techniques in producing fish and shellfish dishes  
• Advanced skills & techniques in International bakery, confectionary & Patisserie 
• Advanced professional cookery – practical assessment 
   

Who is the course suitable for?

Students who have completed Level 2 Diploma in Professional cookery.

How is the course assessed?

Assignments projects, realistic practical assessment and unit tests 
 

Are there any extra costs?

Kit is required. Please see kit list

What qualifications will I need?

Level 2 Diploma in Professional cookery 

Progressing student information: Successful completion of level 2 diploma. A good reference for attitude, behaviour, attendance and punctuality from your tutor/s from vocation and Maths / English.