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Cookery Level 1

  • 1

    Level
    Level 1

  • Duration
    1 year

  • Start Date
    September 2025

  • Venue
    City College Norwich campus

  • Course Code
    A0152

Start Date

  • September 2025, Full Time, Day

Summary

This programme is a sound and beneficial introduction to Hospitality and Catering as a career choice.
You will discover the variety of employment types the industry offers; develop the practical skills required, and investigate the materials, ingredients and equipment used to fulfil the various roles.

The Study Units include:

  • Basic food preparation and cooking
  • Customer care
    • Food service and barista training
  • Kitchen equipment
  • Health and safety, and food safety awareness in catering
    • Pastry and cake preparation methods
  • Employment skills

Throughout the main programme of study, we will work with you to improve your individual skill set. This will, importantly, include your interaction with students, colleagues and members of the public. We will put this into practice during regular work sessions in the College’s own restaurants . During the summer, our out-of-classroom learning includes a residential short break to develop team working skills. In addition, you will study English and Maths, and the route taken will depend on your entry Grades – either Functional Skills or GCSE English and Maths. Please check our English and Maths page for further information.

Why Our College?

Award Winning Facilities

Our Debut Restaurant holds a AA Gold Standard Accreditation – the highest level a training restaurant can achieve – and is seen as an example of best practice in the UK.

Excellent Progression

Our students gain the skills required to progress on to some of the most notable destinations including The Savoy and The Ritz.

Catering for the Royal Family

Our students have catered for The Queen at Sandringham House, The Earl of Wessex and The Duchess of Cambridge.

Entry Requirements

Achieve 3 GCSE's at grade 2 or above, including English Language and maths (or Functional skills at grade 1).

Learning Outcomes

You will learn about the Hospitality and Catering industry, covering a wide range of units, for example:

  • Health And Safety And Food Safety Awareness
  • Basic Food Preparation And Cooking
  • Introduction To Pastry And Cake Preparation
  • The Importance Of Customer Service
  • Healthy Eating
  • Kitchen equipment
    *Food and Beverage Service Skills
  • Assisting At A Hospitality Event

Assessment

You will be assessed on the completion of tasks which show you have gained new skills: your understanding of the use of small and large commercial equipment, safe work practices and hygiene; and your level of customer service. When your confidence has grown in our real working environment the Debut Café, you will undergo student observations and written assignments to cover the requirements of the qualification.

Progression

After successfully completing the course, with a good attendance and disciplinary record, you could progress onto:

  • VRQ Level 2 Professional Cookery
  • VRQ Level 2 Diploma in Food and Beverage Service
  • Apprenticeship

Career Progression

With the proper training, experience and drive, the opportunities offered by the hospitality industry are huge. This City & Guilds Level 1 Certificate in Hospitality and Catering is a practical qualification, which is industry recognised. It will help as a spring board to further study and training or to apply for an apprenticeship. It will also support you if you are seeking a job among a number of viable employment sectors.

Fees

If you will be under 19 years old on the 31st August which falls prior to the start of your course, your registration and tuition fees will be funded by the Government. Chef’s whites, knives and food service uniform (costing approximately £205) will need to be self-funded. Financial support may be available - depending on personal circumstances. Please check our Finance pages for fee information and any accessible financial help.

Where Next?

Why Our College?

Award Winning Facilities

Our Debut Restaurant holds a AA Gold Standard Accreditation – the highest level a training restaurant can achieve – and is seen as an example of best practice in the UK.

Excellent Progression

Our students gain the skills required to progress on to some of the most notable destinations including The Savoy and The Ritz.

Catering for the Royal Family

Our students have catered for The Queen at Sandringham House, The Earl of Wessex and The Duchess of Cambridge.