Hospitality & Catering
| Study Level | Level 1 |
| Duration | 1 Academic Year |
| Study Mode | Full-time |
| Start Date | September 2026 |
Professional Cookery (Patisserie and Confectionary)
Qualification Gained: City and Guilds of London Institute NVQ Diploma in Professional Cookery (Patisserie and Confectionery)
Study LevelLevel 3 Course TypeSchool Leavers Duration1 Academic Year Start DateSeptember 2026 (+ more) Study ModeFull-time LocationOverview
Your Catering & Hospitality journey starts now!
This course is your gateway into the exciting world of hospitality! You’ll gain hands-on skills in cooking, baking, front-of-house service, and even food writing.
From crafting delicious dishes and desserts to mastering customer service, you’ll explore the industry with expert guidance, real-world experience, and
exciting masterclasses.
Why choose this course?
Hands-on Learning – Get stuck in with practical sessions in professional kitchens and a working college restaurant.
Masterclasses – Learn from top chefs, culinary experts and from our employer sponsor, Regal Foods.
Career Opportunities – Whether you dream of being a chef, a chocolatier, barista or restaurant manager—this course opens doors.
Extra Qualifications – Gain a City & Guilds Barista Level 2 VRQ (Vocational Related Qualification).
This course is perfect for you if:
You’re passionate about food and hospitality.
You want real industry experience and exciting opportunities.
You love hands-on learning and working as part of a team.
Start your journey today! Apply now and take the first step toward an exciting career in hospitality.
Key Info
Communication & Confidence – Learn how to talk to different people and build your confidence in a work setting.
Teamwork – Work with others to prepare food and give great customer service.
Health & Safety – Understand the importance of food hygiene and safety in a kitchen.
Culinary Skills – Try out different cooking techniques to make a variety of dishes and desserts
Food Service – Get experience in serving food and looking after customers.
Using Kitchen Equipment – Learn how to use different tools and machines in a restaurant kitchen
Modules
- Develop productive working relationships with colleagues
- Maintain food safety when storing, preparing and cooking food
- Maintain the health, hygiene, safety and security of the working environment
- Prepare, cook and finish complex bread and dough products
- Prepare, cook and finish complex cakes, sponges, biscuits and scones
- Prepare, cook and finish complex pastry products
- Prepare, process and finish complex chocolate products
- Prepare, cook and finish complex hot desserts
- Prepare, cook and finish complex cold desserts
- Produce sauces, fillings and coatings for complex desserts
Direct Entry to Level 3 is possible with either relevant Industry /Employment experience or an appropriate Level 2 qualification, such as Level 2 Professional Cookery.
GCSE Grades in English and Maths at Grade 4 are preferable, but not essential, however it is expected you will have good reading and writing skills. An initial assessment will be used to help determine your suitability for the programme.
Assessment comes in the form of written portfolio evidence and observations of practical skills, with photo evidence, of you demonstrating underpinning
knowledge required.
The course is being run in partnership with the employer sponsor, Regal Foods.
Placement opportunities will be discussed with a dedicated placement officer, however on the programme you will be working in a true to industry training kitchen, restaurant and cafe as part of the programme.
Other Costs: Uniform and Equipment Costs total £119. Help is available via the Bursary scheme to cover uniform costs, dependent on your personal or household income levels. Uniform and Equipment costs can be discussed with the team at any of our recruitment events.
This is representative of the most common fees scenario, but actual fees can vary depending on a number of factors. Please contact us if you need more guidance.
If you have any questions or require any additional information, please contact [email protected]
Disclaimer: Our prospectus, college documents and website are simply here to offer a guide. We accept no liability for any inaccurate statements and are not responsible for any negative outcomes if you rely on an inaccurate statement. We reserve the right to withdraw any programmes or service at any time.
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