Start Date
- September 2027, Full Time, Day
What You Will Study
During this course, you will be working with a variety of commodities including, fresh pasta, grains, eggs, meats and poultry, vegetables, stocks and soups. You will also be working with pastry elements like cakes, sponges and hot and cold desserts.
You will be supported and taught by industry trained chef lecturers, who will guide you through your learning to plate up food to a professional standard. You will gain experience of our operational areas, both front of house and in the kitchen in our on-site Debut Restaurant and Debut Café.
Some of the topics that will be covered include:
- Developing skills for employment
- Financial control in the commercial kitchen
- Soups and sauces
- Fruit and vegetables
- Meat and offal
- Poultry
- Fish and shellfish
- Rice, pasta, grains dishes
- Desserts and puddings - hot and cold
- Pastry products
- Biscuits, cakes and sponges
- Fermented goods.
Why Choose City College Norwich?
Industry standard facilities
At our college you will have access to industry-standard facilities and get to use top of the range equipment. On our campus you’ll find media suites, TV studios, design labs, workshops, hair & beauty salons, working kitchens and a live theatre.
Gain real experiences of work
All of our courses will provide you with outstanding experiences of work and prepare you for your future career. You will work with real employers and customers and build connections.
A unique student experience
This is what really sets us apart. At our college you will experience the freedom to be yourself. Being part of an active Students’ Union, having opportunities to travel and enjoying live entertainment are just a few of the amazing opportunities available to you.
Entry Requirements
- GCSE maths at grade 4.
- GCSE English at grade 3.
- Three other GCSEs at grade 3 or above, preferably science, history and food technology.
How You Will Be Assessed
There are formative practical assessments (B TASKS) throughout the year and two practical exams in the spring term which you will get the chance to demonstrate your abilities. There are also four theory assignments that you will complete along with eight question test papers. This work will then form your portfolio of evidence.
A minimum Pass grade is required on all elements, but higher grades can be achieved at a Merit and Distinction grade on both practical and written work.
Course Progression
On successful completion of this course, with grades that demonstrate a real commitment and ability, you may progress to the Professional Cookery Diploma Level 3.
Where Your Course Can Take You
This qualification is a recognised industry standard. The successful completion of this qualification may lead to the position of commis chef in a good class establishment for example in a restaurant, hotel, pub, bistro or contract catering sector.
Fees
If you are a UK or home- fee status student and aged 16-18 on the 31st August before the start of your course, tuition fees are free. If you are aged 19 years and over please contact the Advice Shop. Please check our Finance pages for information on loans, bursaries, fee information and student travel offers that are available. Please be aware that there will be an additional fee for uniform and equipment.
Why Choose City College Norwich?
Industry standard facilities
At our college you will have access to industry-standard facilities and get to use top of the range equipment. On our campus you’ll find media suites, TV studios, design labs, workshops, hair & beauty salons, working kitchens and a live theatre.
Gain real experiences of work
All of our courses will provide you with outstanding experiences of work and prepare you for your future career. You will work with real employers and customers and build connections.
A unique student experience
This is what really sets us apart. At our college you will experience the freedom to be yourself. Being part of an active Students’ Union, having opportunities to travel and enjoying live entertainment are just a few of the amazing opportunities available to you.
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