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Level 2 Diploma in Hospitality & Culinary Skills

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Course Length 38 weeks
Study Type Full time
Course Cost No fee (16-18) Financial support 19+
Start Date 08/09/2025
Course Code 76514-01
Hospitality and Cooking students preparing meat to be cooked

Course overview

An intense course that will build your skills, develop your knowledge and grow your confidence in a kitchen environment. You will be trained to work under pressure and produce results to a high standard - but also gain the satisfaction that comes hand in hand with a job in the industry. You will have the opportunity to prepare classic dishes and as your skills develop you will be able to add your signature flair to create something unique and complex!

Industry recognised qualification Practical assessment by industry experienced professionals

  • Entry Requirements

    Completing the Certificate in Hospitality Services (1st year) is highly recommended, however each case will be looked at individually and if you already have significant experience of working in the industry we could consider an intense programme of study. Having GCSEs in your core subjects is advantageous, along with any other relevant qualifications and experience.

    What is deemed essential is a natural curiosity for the food industry and a passion for flavours and cooking.

  • Benefits/Skills

    These skills will give you a unique advantage in the market place as the country battles it’s national shortage of qualified chefs. Learn traditional and classic techniques amongst a progressive and nurturing environment whereby you are encouraged to be creative and driven to be your best.

  • Who is this course for?

    People who are looking to train classically as a chef, this might be people who have studied other cookery or hospitality based qualifications or experienced workers who are looking to return to study to enhance their skills.

  • Careers/Progression
    • Working in a fast paced industry, managing your own brigade of chefs or running your own kitchen.
    • Apprenticeship
    • Employment
    • Business Management based courses
  • Assessment Types
    • Practical assessments simulating a realistic working environment
    • Timed assessments and knowledge assessment
    • Portfolio of evidence
    • Prior learning
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Learning Support

  • Specialist SEND support
  • Relax in the Oasis Room
  • Safe spaces
  • Bespoke support

Wellbeing

  • Pastoral tutors to celebrate your successes and give you help when you need it
  • Financial support: we work hard to help eligible students benefit from our education
  • Mental Health Champions offer help and support
  • Careers advice for today and for the future

Our Qualities

  • Small enough that the staff really know you
  • Expert teachers
  • Ofsted graded ‘Good’ with ‘Outstanding’ features
  • Courses designed with employers

Student Life

  • Get involved with clubs and activities throughout the day
  • Opportunities for social action
  • Champion our green agenda by becoming a Sustainability Champion
  • Become part of the Student Union

Courses

  • Timetables which enable work alongside study
  • Work experience opportunities
  • Teachers with industry-experience
  • Study supported by trips

Facilities

  • Teaching spaces that replicate work environments
  • State-of-the-art equipment to enhance learning
  • Industry-standard workshops
  • Social spaces for independent study or catching up with friends

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