Course Overview
This course is now full for September 2025 enrolment. Please see our wide range of alternative course options within this and other subject areas, which still have places available. For further information, contact course information on
This vocational course is ideal if you want to gain skills for employment as a Chef or within Front of House Operations.
Please note that as well as studying for the Level 2 Diploma in Culinary Skills, you will also study towards a Certificate in Food and Beverage Service to give you the opportunity to learn, develop and practice the skills needed for a wide-ranging career in the Hospitality and Catering industry.
What You Will Study
This course will cover a range of the topics and units at each level, some of which are listed below:
- Food Safety
- Developing Skills for Employment in Catering and Hospitality
- H&S in Catering and Hospitality
- Healthier Foods and Special Diets
- Prepare and Cook Stocks, Soups and Sauces
- Prepare and Cook Fruit and Vegetables
- Prepare and Cook Meat and Offal
- Prepare and Cook Poultry
- Prepare and Cook Fish and Shellfish
- Prepare and Cook Rice, Pasta, Grains and Egg Dishes
- Produce Hot and Cold Desserts and Puddings
- Food and Beverage Service Skills
- How You Will Be Assessed
You will be required to compile a portfolio of evidence that can include observations, assignments, practical tests, written tests, oral questions, witness statements and case studies.
- Entry Requirements
4 GCSEs at at Grade 9-3.
OR
Level 1 in either English or Maths and Level 1 qualification in Hospitality for progressing students.
- Further Study
On successful completion, you may choose to continue your studies further on one of our Level 3 Diploma qualifications, enter the workplace or an apprenticeship.
